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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.
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Union of Agricultural Workers of Korea – DPRK Guide 2025
6 November 2023 / by Gareth Johnson
The Union of Agricultural Workers of Korea is a major North Korean trade union and represents agricultural workers, rather than industrial workers, who are represented by the General Federation of Trade Unions. Aside from this they are also represented …
Who are the Chondoist Chong Party – DPRK Guide 2025
5 November 2023 / by Gareth Johnson
Despite what many might think there are actually multiple parties in the North Korean Supreme Peoples Assembly (parliament). Of course the most well known are the Workers Party of Korea, but in third place comes the Chondoist Chong Party. So North Kore …
Korean Social Democratic Party – DPRK Guide 2025
5 November 2023 / by Gareth Johnson
The Korean Social Democratic Party is a political party in North Korea. It is a actually a governing party as part of the Democratic Front for the Reunification of the Fatherland. How does the North Korean Government work? North Korea has elections to …
Can you visit North Korea from South Korea?
5 November 2023 / by Gareth Johnson
Can you visit North Korea from South Korea? This is very much a yes and no answer, with there being a whole heap of technicalities thrown into the mix. In essence the only way to visit North Korea from South Korea is via the DMZ and not many people hav …
Are there Juche Supporters Around World?
5 November 2023 / by Gareth Johnson
The many strands of Marxist thought had led to many a “splitter”, Tankies, Trots, even Hoxaists, but are there Juche supporters around the world? The short answer is that ye there is and that they are quite an eclectic bunch. What is Juche? We have dea …
Can you travel to Sealand in 2025
2 November 2023 / by Gareth Johnson
We recently did a post on Facebook whereby we asked what countries it was that Young Pioneer Tours should go to as future destinations. One of those suggested was Sealand, so we asked the obvious question, can you travel to Sealand and we got a reply! …
Moldova: Journey Off the Beaten Path
2 November 2023 / by Andy Khong
by Andy Khong Moldova, a small and often overlooked country nestled in the heart of Eastern Europe, has a rich history, a unique cultural heritage, and a promising future. While it may not be as famous as some of its European neighbours, it has a lot t …
Morocco: A Tapestry of Colours and Cultures
2 November 2023 / by Andy Khong
by Andy Khong Morocco, officially known as the Kingdom of Morocco, is a nation located in North Africa. It boasts a diverse and culturally rich heritage, a history that spans centuries, and an array of geographical features. Here, we’ll explore Morocco …
North Korea to Close Embassies – What does it mean for travel?
1 November 2023 / by Gareth Johnson
North Korea to close embassies around the world, with the latest being its mission in Spain according to recent reports. Why are they being closed and what will it mean for travel once the country does reopen to tourism? To read about when North Korea …
