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When can we travel again? Summer holidays 2020
This time last year, people from across the globe were gearing up to head off on their summer holidays. However, 2020 is an entirely different scene due to the spread of Covid-19. Travel has been paused for the past few months. Unprecedented travel restrictions have been put in place in many countries due to the…
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Visiting Florence for the first time? The must-see’s & best things to do!
Travellers to Europe are in for a treat! It is home to cities that boast beauty, culture and must-see attractions. Florence is no different. See our top ten Florentine attractions for your next Italian holiday, as suggested by Tiziana, our expert local guide in Florence, Tuscany. Ready to get inspired for an Italian adventure? Prego, let’s…
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Travel Story: Philippa, explorer at heart, sharing advice before your first trip abroad
Meet Philippa Jeanette Sumlin, 53, who is an ICU nurse from Maryland in the USA. Philippa and her husband Anthony took their first trip with Expat Explore back in 2018. Since then, they have explored amazing countries in Europe and made incredible memories. Philippa shares her love of travel and highlights from her tours as…
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Traditional Dutch food you have to try at home
When visiting the Netherlands you’re sure to discover beautiful tulip fields, quirky windmills, giant wheels of cheese and many, many bicycles. You will also encounter delicious Dutch food! These traditional dishes offer a sample of Dutch culture (and are incredibly tasty to boot!) We’ve put together a list of mouth-watering recipes that are easy to…
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Travel Story: What do you gain from travelling? “Travel expands the mind and soul”
From adventures with friends and vacations with her young family decades ago to unforgettable solo sojourns, Dr Bina Rai has learned that the beauty of travel is all about the experiences you gain along the way. During her many years of travelling, Bina, 63 from Penang Malaysia, is a doctor who is currently lecturing at…
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South Africa’s weather and seasons: What you need to know
Considering a South African tour and not sure when to go in terms of weather? Step right up, we’ve got a concise guide to South African weather all drawn up and organised according to the country’s nine provinces! The country has varied weather zones and we recommend you go prepared and do the necessary research…
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10 Reasons Why Travel is Good for You
There’s a reason why travelling the world is on almost everyone’s bucket list. Not only does it offer magnificent sights, scenes, and once-in-a-lifetime opportunities – it’s also just plain good for your health; mind, body and soul! People who travel as often as possible would find that the benefits of travelling include many positive effects…
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Travel Story: South Africa will stay with me forever
Lou is a 33-year old from the UK. She’s fanatic about travel and adores photography, running, cycling and trekking. Together with her partner, Tim, and her family she’s been around the world. In fact, this globe-trotter has explored a total of 35 countries! She told us more about her experience onboard the first ever South…
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Tour leaders sharing: How to keep busy in lockdown & where to visit when travel is possible again
Travel is an amazing thing. It lets you see and explore different places, experience different cultures, meet new people and try new things. That’s why we love it! Here at Expat Explore, a passion for travel and exploring is at the heart of what we do. So what happens when we can’t do much of…
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Tasty British foods you must try at home!
Britain is known for many things – the royal family, Stonehenge, Big Ben, Queen and The Beatles to name just a few! It’s also a country known for its traditional dishes that come served with a side of intriguing history. We’ve rounded up some of the top British dishes for you to try at home…