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Welcome to the Young Pioneer Tours Blog, the place where we we keep you informed about everything YPT, from current tours, to future tours and a whole lot of eclectic stuff in between.
YPT first started blogging in 2008 and are considered the best North Korean Travel blog that there is.
But, as Young Pioneer Tours have expanded our locations, so have we expanded our blog. Now we have one of the best travel blogs in the world!
And while most of our content is about the numerous destinations we go, including travel guides and what to pack, we also delve into more serious subjects such as the safety of certain destinations, as well as how LGTBQ+ friendly the places we visit are.
While the vast majority of our content is produced in-house, we are always on the look-out for guest bloggers and writers. Want to write for us? Then simply get in touch.
You can also check out our sister publication YPT Life.
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The Best Cuisines in the World: Taste Atlas and Its Dubious Rankings
14 December 2024 / by Gareth Johnson
Taste Atlas recently released its list of the top 100 cuisines in the world, and, much like the idea of drinking room-temperature beer, it’s wrong on so many levels. This list is not just contentious; it’s borderline offensive to anyone who’s spent tim …
Ethnicities and Languages of Syria – Your Complete Guide In 2025!
14 December 2024 / by Caitlin Graham
Syria is a poly-ethnic country with many different ethnic groups. Syria is home to Arabs, Kurds, Assyrians, Armenians, Yazidis and more. This also contributes to Syria’s religious diversity and large range of languages of Syria – with most people speak …
The Marshall Islands Resort: A Gateway to Adventure in the Pacific
13 December 2024 / by Gareth Johnson
Nestled in the heart of Majuro, the capital of the Marshall Islands, the Marshall Islands Resort (MIR) is more than just a place to rest your head. For intrepid travelers venturing to this remote Pacific paradise, it serves as a perfect base for explor …
The Blue Lagoon Resort: The Chuuk Guide
13 December 2024 / by Gareth Johnson
If you’ve ever dreamt of diving among sunken WWII relics or spending your days surrounded by untouched island beauty, the Blue Lagoon Resort in Chuuk is the place to be. Located on Weno, the largest island in the state of Chuuk. And as the main resort …
A Complete Guide to Currencies in the Balkans
12 December 2024 / by George Morris
While a region rich in culture, history, and diverse landscapes, navigating currencies in the Balkans can be tricky for travellers. While some countries use the euro, others have their own unique, official currencies, with a few having their own curren …
What is the Sepik River Crocodile Festival?
12 December 2024 / by Gareth Johnson
If you’ve ever wanted to immerse yourself in one of the most unique and culturally rich events in Papua New Guinea, the Sepik River Crocodile Festival should definitely be on your radar. This colorful, wild, and fascinating celebration combines traditi …
What is the Morobe Show?
12 December 2024 / by Gareth Johnson
The Morobe Show is one of the most celebrated annual events in Papua New Guinea, offering travelers and locals an unforgettable cultural experience. Taking place in the Morobe Province, specifically in its capital, Lae, the Morobe Show is a lively and …
The Slow Road to Chuuk Independence
12 December 2024 / by Gareth Johnson
Chuuk has long had its own unique position in the Pacific’s colonial and modern geopolitical landscape. The island group has navigated multiple shifts of governance, economic challenges, and strategic interests, all while considering its future relatio …
Where should YPT go in 2025?
11 December 2024 / by YPT Team
As 2024 comes to a close, it is again the time of year where we ask you where you would like to travel to in 2025. This year we took your suggestions and feedback seriously and added a bunch of new tours, including: Restarting our Russia tours after ov …
