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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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Huế: Imperial City of Vietnam
17 May 2023 / by Andy Khong
by Andy Khong Huế is a city in central Vietnam, located on the banks of the Perfume River. It is known for its rich history and cultural heritage, as well as its beautiful natural scenery [Huế is pronounced “H’Way”, with an almost silent “H”].Huế serve …
Hoq Cave: Hidden Wonder of Socotra
17 May 2023 / by Andy Khong
by Andy Khong Hoq Cave (كهف هوق) is a natural cave located near the village of Saqra in north-east Socotra Island, which is part of Yemen. The cave is known for its unique geological features and stunning views of the surrounding landscape. Exterior vi …
Bahrain: Where Culture Meets Innovation!
17 May 2023 / by Andy Khong
by Andy Khong Bahrain is a small island nation located in the Persian Gulf, between Saudi Arabia and Qatar. It is an archipelago of 33 islands, the largest of which is Bahrain Island, where the capital city of Manama is located. Bahrain has a rich hist …
Luang Prabang: well-preserved townscape
16 May 2023 / by Andy Khong
by Andy Khong Luang Prabang is a city in northern Laos, located on a peninsula where the Mekong and Nam Khan rivers meet. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its well-preserved architecture, traditional Buddhist temples, and stunning natural s …
Navigating Cultural Differences: 10 Tips for Starting Your Business in Foreign Countries
16 May 2023 / by Webmaster YPT
It can be a gratifying and exciting experience to launch a business abroad, but it also presents a unique set of difficulties. The success of your startup may be impacted by the difficulty of navigating regional conventions and business practices due t …
Qatar: Discover a World of Wonder
16 May 2023 / by Andy Khong
by Andy Khong Qatar is a small country located on the northeastern coast of the Arabian Peninsula in Southwest Asia. It is bordered by Saudi Arabia to the south and is situated in the Persian Gulf, sharing maritime borders with Bahrain, Iran, and the U …
Anti-Cancer Walk: Guo Lin Qi Gong
16 May 2023 / by Andy Khong
by Andy Khong Guo Lin Qi Gong is a form of traditional Chinese exercise, and healing practice developed by Madam GUO Lin in the 1970s. It is also known as “Anti-Cancer Qi Gong” because it was designed as a holistic approach to help cancer patients mana …
Kuwait – where rich history meets modern luxury
16 May 2023 / by Andy Khong
by Andy Khong Kuwait is a small country located in the Middle East, bordering the Persian Gulf between Saudi Arabia and Iraq. It has a population of approximately 4.7 million people, of which around 1.4 million are Kuwaiti nationals and the rest are ex …
Cao Đài – Fascinating Religion
14 May 2023 / by Andy Khong
by Andy KhongCao Đài is a syncretic religion that originated in Vietnam during the 1920ies. It is a combination of elements from Buddhism, Confucianism, Daoism, Hinduism, Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. The religion is named after its supreme deity, …
