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Christmas packing list: Winter travel essentials
European winters are known for being beautiful. Think snow-capped mountain tops, serene landscapes, fewer crowds and delicious warm drinks everywhere. During the festive season, the twinkling lights and Christmas markets make everything even more magical. If you’re looking for a true winter wonderland, Europe won’t disappoint! However, when travelling to this magical continent during winter, you…
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12 Most epic marathons in the world
Running a marathon is one of the greatest challenges you can take on. Running a marathon in a spectacular destination takes the challenge to a whole new level! To celebrate the wonders of travel, exercise and the great outdoors, Expat Explore has put together a list of 12 of the world’s most epic marathons! Famous…
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The 6 Best places for a cup of coffee in Europe
Coffee is loved across the globe. Whether you need to kick start your morning with a strong cuppa, catch up with friends over a cappuccino or two, or end off a long day with something warm and frothy, this beloved beverage is always there for us! Americano, flat white, frappé, espresso, Türk Kahvesi, cà phê…
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Make some noise! Celebrate World Music Day with these musical cities in Europe
Music transports us. A few simple notes can remind us of moments in time and the people that we love. It gives us goosebumps, can put a smile on our face and even make us cry. To put it quite simply, music is magic! Celebrating the wonder of music is what World Music Day, which…
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Famous vegetarian dishes around the world
Gone are the days when being a vegetarian meant being limited to boring salads! As the world becomes more aware of the environmental effects of meat consumption, as well as the health benefits of a plant-based diet, vegetarian food is becoming more creative and more accessible than ever! In fact, many of the world’s best…
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Exploring European coffee culture in winter
Black, bitter, milky or sweet, coffee is the hot drink of choice! It dominates the morning hour worldwide. It can also offer the perfect way to stay energised while travelling! This is especially the case in winter time . As the cooler months begin in Europe, cosy cafés are a great way to stay warm.…
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Top 5 reasons why group travel is the way to go!
When you hear the words ‘group travel’ or ‘coach travel’, do you automatically think back to your school camp days? Is your initial response, “no thank you”? Well, it’s time to change that mindset because organised trips are one of the best ways to travel! With pretty good reason too – it’s the ideal option…
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10 Interesting facts about South Africa that may surprise you!
South Africa is a diverse, fascinating and fun-filled African holiday destination! Visit South Africa and you’ll be treated to beautiful destinations and warm hospitality. This country has emerged from a dark past to become the Rainbow Nation locals and travellers know and love today. There is no shortage of culture, important history and incredible wildlife…
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Everything you need to know: Oktoberfest in Munich 2024
Oktoberfest is the ultimate celebration of German beer, food and Bavarian culture! Germany’s largest volksfest is famous around the world and is held annually in autumn in the Bavarian region of Germany. The festival is all about bringing people together from around the world to celebrate with great food, merrymaking and beer, of course! Expat…
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My tour is booked! What’s next?
You’ve booked your tour! We’re thrilled that you’ve found an Expat Explore tour that ticks all of your bucket-list boxes and that you’ll be joining us on tour soon. However, before we set off on our grand adventure, there are a few things that you’ll need to take care of on your end. Here’s a…