The tourism industry in North Korea is back up and running following the decision in early March to lift the ban on foreign entry.

During the months-long ban – in place to prevent the spread of Ebola – tour companies had experienced a loss of revenue and bookings. For a time this called into question the long-term viability of the industry, but now guides are eager to operate as normal once again.

“For me it was obviously a great relief and the first time I’ve been so excited to visit Pyongyang in a long time. It was great to see my friends