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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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Is Nauru Communist?
29 December 2023 / by Gareth Johnson
YPT are no strangers to communist, or socialist states, with nations such as North Korea, China, Vietnam and Venezuela coming to mine, but is in fact Nauru communist to a degree that it is the most left-wing state in the world? YPT analyst the situatio …
Is Palau owned by America?
27 December 2023 / by Gareth Johnson
The answer to if Palau owned by America a tough one to summarize, but technically at least no it is not, Palau is an independent republic, as in the Republic of Palau. It is though in a Compact of Free Association with the United States, which makes th …
Will North Korea open in 2025?
21 December 2023 / by YPT Team
The question that has been asked to us here at YPT at the end of 2020, 2021, 2022,2023 and now 2024 – will North Korea open in 2025? We are excited to announce that yes, it’s most likely that it will reopen for tourism in April 2025. Although under wha …
Iran – Visa Free Travel for 33 Nationalities
17 December 2023 / by YPT Team
As of 13th December 2023, the Islamic Republic of Iran announced in order to further expand and grow the tourism sector of the country. The following 33 nationalities have been granted visa free access to enter Iran as a tourist. The countries included …
Why 2025 is the Best Time to Visit Saudi Arabia
16 December 2023 / by Joelle Bohringer
Wondering what it is like to visit Saudi Arabia today? When most people think of Saudi Arabia, they imagine vast deserts, veiled women, and strict Sharia Law. However, since 2017, when the new ruler, Mohammed Bin Salman Al Saud (also known as MBS), cam …
Karbala and Najaf, Iraq – The Biggest Pilgrimage in the World
14 December 2023 / by Joelle Bohringer
When most people think of Muslim pilgrimage sites, they picture Mecca and Medina. While these are undoubtedly important sites for Muslim pilgrims, they are actually not the most visited Muslim pilgrimage sites. Around 9 million Muslims go to Mecc …
Asmara Tank Graveyard
13 December 2023 / by Rowan Beard
Introduction Asmara Tank Graveyard Located in the heart of Eritrea’s capital city, Asmara, lies an unexpected and haunting testament to the region’s struggling past – the Asmara Tank Graveyard. This site, often referred to as the “tank cemetery,” stand …
Mogadishu Fish Market
13 December 2023 / by Rowan Beard
Introduction Mogadishu Fish Market The Mogadishu Fish Market is one of the major highlights of visiting the unique capital city of Somalia as a tourist. Located in the heart of Mogadishu, the Fish Market is a bustling hub of fishermen, vendors and loca …
Tips for Finding the Best Vacation Deals and Discounts: Savvy Traveler’s Guide
13 December 2023 / by Webmaster YPT
Planning a vacation can be an exciting but challenging task, especially when it comes to finding the best deals and discounts. With so many travel options and a seemingly endless amount of information available online, it’s easy to get overwhelmed. How …
