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  • Europe’s taste of Christmas – Glühwein

    Europe’s taste of Christmas – Glühwein

    When you travel to Europe in winter, chances are you’ll enjoy quite a few outings to the many Christmas markets that pop up around Christmas time. This means you’ll have plenty of opportunities to indulge in steaming cups of Glühwein! This hot, fragrant mulled wine is the unofficial festive drink of many European nations. Your Guide…

  • 10 Best Winter Holiday Destinations with Snow!

    10 Best Winter Holiday Destinations with Snow!

    Snow holidays are the best kind of winter getaways. They offer a magical (and sometimes incredibly chilly!) world full of adventure. The charm of frosted mountains, iced lakes, snow-covered landscapes and crisp, fresh air is something that can be truly appreciated in the right country. World Snow Day 2024 falls on 19 January and celebrates…

  • Italy through a local’s eyes: Top Italian festivals you should experience!

    Italy through a local’s eyes: Top Italian festivals you should experience!

    Italy is, without a doubt, one of the world’s most popular travel destinations. It is home to world-famous cities like Rome and Venice and boasts top attractions such as the Colosseum, the Leaning Tower of Pisa and Pompeii, along with stunning destinations including Cinque Terre and the Italian Lakes! And that’s just the start of…

  • Christmas markets in York are calling

    Christmas markets in York are calling

    Every year the charming city of York hosts a large number of Christmas markets. It not only adds an extra layer of festive delight, but York’s Christmas Markets also give us even more reason to start planning a winter trip to England! Here’s why York should be on your Christmas List: Few cities in England…

  • Scotland’s annual events & festivals 2025 not to be missed!

    Scotland’s annual events & festivals 2025 not to be missed!

    Scotland: the land of kilts, haggis, highlands and fields of heather. It’s also home to a number of great annual festivals and events. One of the best ways to immerse yourself in a foreign culture is to join in on the celebrations, and that’s exactly what you should do on a trip to Scotland. Scotland…

  • Previous Black Friday success specials and what to look out for in 2024

    Previous Black Friday success specials and what to look out for in 2024

    As the Expat Explore team is busy gearing up for another crazy shopping period, we’re taking some time to share the previous year’s Black Friday specials that were extremely popular.  Rather than inciting retrospective FOMO, we hope that these will help you do some early Black Friday planning. That way, you’re prepared when you eventually start…

  • Europe’s best Christmas markets – all you need to know!

    Europe’s best Christmas markets – all you need to know!

    When the hush of winter falls over the European continent, it only means one thing – Christmas is around the corner! Along with it, the Christmas markets have arrived! Many of our Expat Explore winter tours include opportunities to join in these magical festivals, and over the years we’ve pinpointed our favourites. The following Christmas…

  • Top 10 of the World’s Friendliest Countries

    Top 10 of the World’s Friendliest Countries

    If there’s one thing the world can never have enough of, it’s kindness! While travelling, kindness and friendliness can often make or break a trip. Warm and welcoming locals can transform a great vacation into a truly unforgettable one! Therefore, in honour of World Kindness Day, Expat Explore has put together a list of the…

  • How to get the Best Black Friday deals & savings? Shopping tips updated!

    How to get the Best Black Friday deals & savings? Shopping tips updated!

    The festive season is almost upon us, and with it comes Christmas specials and the ever-anticipated Black Friday!  Around the world, many savvy shoppers are on the edge of their seats awaiting this year’s sale. Especially when it comes to combining two of life’s greatest joys: discount shopping and travel! With Expat Explore, you can…

  • Where to see the world’s best Christmas lights

    Where to see the world’s best Christmas lights

    It’s Christmas time! Well, almost… One of the best things about the festive season is the colourful light displays that illuminate cities all over the world. Wondering where to see the best twinkling Christmas lights? Expat Explore has found some of the most magical Christmas lights around the globe to really get you into the…