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The news emerged this week that Young Pioneer Tours' founder and co-owner, Troy Collings, passed away unexpectedly at the age of 33. His loss has sent shockwaves not just through the YPT family, but also the broader North Korean travel industry as a whole who held great esteem and respect for his ... » Learn More about Troy Collings: A True Pioneer

Sources in the North Korean tourist industry have confirmed that the 2020 Mass Games, or the "Our Country" (inminuinara) Mass Games is scheduled to go head in August. The announcement comes despite a temporary hiatus in travel to the DPRK following the impact of the Coronavirus in neighbouring ... » Learn More about 2020 Mass Games Confirmed for August

The Chinese regional carrier Qingdao Airlines, based in Shandong has announced the opening of three new flight routes to North Korea, becoming only the second foreign airline to provide flights to the country (Air China). As reported by CH Aviation.com, customers will be able to fly to Pyongyang ... » Learn More about Qingdao Airlines Announces Three New Flight Routes to North Korea

The Sosan Hotel is one of Pyongyang's many hotels available for foreign travellers. Located in the sporting district in the outskirts of the city, the Sosan is famous for its affordability, convenience and nevertheless broad range of facilities available for guests. The hotel was constructed in ... » Learn More about Sosan Hotel

Shanghai is China's largest city. Known as a global hub of business and enterprise, with tall buildings and bright lights, the area showcases the country's achievements in the past 40 years. It's a fantastic place to visit for a city break. Also present in Shanghai, if you fancy something different ... » Learn More about North Korean Restaurants in Shanghai