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  • Cinque Terre – Italy’s charming seaside escape

    Cinque Terre – Italy’s charming seaside escape

    Situated along an isolated corner of Italy’s northern coast, Cinque Terre (pronounced: CHINK-weh TAY-reh) is a beautiful oceanside destination that consists of five picturesque villages, linked by a network of stunning coastal- and mountain trails and rural railways. Travellers who join us on tour to Italy are always thrilled to enjoy a day of exploration…

  • How to spend 48 Hours in Johannesburg, South Africa

    How to spend 48 Hours in Johannesburg, South Africa

    Johannesburg is South Africa’s biggest city. It’s known as Joburg or Jozi by locals and is a local and international travel hub. Many travellers will stop off in Johannesburg for a short wait during their trip to South Africa. It’s also usually the endpoint for most travellers, so a quick sightseeing expedition before going home is a…

  • Family vacation benefits: have the best travel experience with your family!

    Family vacation benefits: have the best travel experience with your family!

    Travel is simply incredible. You see new places, experience new things and see the world in a whole new light! And what better way to enjoy the wonder of travel than with your family? We have found that family travel can be a super special experience.  We had a Q&A with a few Expat Explore…

  • Israel Travel Guide: What you need to know before you go

    Israel Travel Guide: What you need to know before you go

    With incredible historic and contemporary significance for several religions, Israel is known as the greatest Holy Land in the world. Explore the ancient meccas, archaeological gems and incredible Mediterranean nature. It’s surprisingly easy to travel in Israel, thanks to its modern infrastructure and advanced technology, as well as friendly locals. Find out why and how…

  • April Vacation 2021: the best staycation ideas for you!

    April Vacation 2021: the best staycation ideas for you!

    This April, travel seems to be pretty much paused but that doesn’t mean we can’t make the most of our vacation time. The world is full of wonders that could be right outside your front door! This is the perfect time to embrace the staycation! Staycations are becoming a popular way to spend the holidays…

  • The top 10 Travel-themed April Fool’s Day pranks

    The top 10 Travel-themed April Fool’s Day pranks

    April Fool’s Day is a day filled with laughter and jokes. Over the years we have seen some excellent pranks courtesy of some of the world’s biggest travel companies. This year, we decided to share the laughter by putting together a list of 10 of the best travel-related April Fool’s Day pranks from around the…

  • Behind the Bucket List episode 4: Conquering Rome in a golf cart

    Behind the Bucket List episode 4: Conquering Rome in a golf cart

    Rome is a bucket-list destination like no other! Italy’s capital was once the centre of the Roman Empire and has a history stretching back 2,000 years. You could spend a lifetime exploring the many historic and cultural sites across the city! Today, Rome is a place overflowing with ancient antiquities and a modern heartbeat.    Come…

  • Europe’s top national parks to visit

    Europe’s top national parks to visit

    Spring is one of the best times to visit Europe. The chill of winter begins to melt away and cities and countrysides burst into bloom. Spring is a wonderful time to slow down, step outside and enjoy the beauty of nature. Stunning natural scenery can definitely be found in abundance in Europe – especially in…

  • Why you can book a tour with confidence with Expat Explore

    Why you can book a tour with confidence with Expat Explore

    Here at Expat Explore, we have been making travel possible for over 15 years; taking travellers to amazing destinations across Europe and the rest of the world. While we have seen unprecedented changes and challenges for the travel industry over the last year, we are more committed than ever to making travel possible for everyone!…

  • Why travel is the gift on everyone’s wish list

    Why travel is the gift on everyone’s wish list

    Christmas, Valentine’s day and birthdays are the cause of great happiness and great stress… If you’re the one giving the gift you’re always worried about how it will be received, will it be what they wanted and will it make them happy? In short, how do you give the perfect gift that ticks all the…