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Our most frequently asked travel questions – answered!
After travelling Europe and working as a tour leader for Expat Explore, Ananda decided to spend the rest of her life doing what she loves: working in travel. She is currently the manager of our Customer Service & Sales team and together they tackle all the travel questions and concerns guests might have. In short,…
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The Traveler’s Guide: Get to know France
France – a country that has inspired dreamers , revolutionaries and artists. From the beautiful architecture to the famous French cuisine and rich history, we can completely understand why France is one of the most visited European countries… Join us in 2017 and discover the highlights of France in 12 Days!
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Haggis: the one dish you must eat in Scotland
Although it doesn’t necessarily look like the most appetising of all dishes, haggis is a delicious Scottish delicacy that definitely deserves to be tried! Some people attribute the Haggis to ‘The Wild Haggis’, a fictional beast believed to roam around Scotland… whatever you choose to believe, it’s a meal worth trying on your tour of Scotland!…
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Travel Story: The world like I’ve never seen it before
Like many of us, Lisa Holstein has an incurable case of wanderlust! Since 2014 she’s been to 40 countries on 4 continents! For her, travelling is about art, the thrill of new adventures and making friends. Lisa tells us her travel story and shares more about her experiences as she trotted around Europe on 7 Expat…
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Language tips & tools to use when travelling to a foreign country!
One of the best things about travelling to Europe is that you get to experience a culture that is completely different from your own – you can sample new foods, see new sights and immerse yourself in the various peculiarities of a foreign destination, which is always immensely rewarding. However, the one hiccup that newly…
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Meet Carl Cronje, co-founder of Expat Explore Travel.
Expat Explore was founded over 12 years ago in London, United Kingdom. You’ve probably heard about the fascinating history or you may have read about the 15,000+ travellers who join us on our 50+ tours annually. But have you met Carl Cronje? Since his first trip to Europe in 1997, Carl knew that it was…
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Travel Story: How traveling solo changed my life
Anita is a 22 year old South African who absolutely loves exploring! She is currently a veterinary science student, and impulsively decided to join one of our Irish Explorer tours. She contacted us on social media, and instantly we wanted to know more about her story! She agreed to share her thoughts on why she…
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Explore Sofia, Bulgaria like a pro!
Bulgaria is one of the remaining European countries that is still shrouded in a proper aura of mystery. Steeped in history and dotted with incredible historical sites, this alluring destination boasts cultural influences from the Greek, Ottoman, Persian and Slavic empires. As you can imagine, this heritage has left a fascinating culture in its wake,…
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15 Questions with Tiziana, local tour guide in Florence, Italy
Known as the ‘cultural capital’ of Europe and attracting over 10 million visitors a year, Florence has proven to be one of the highlights for all those travelling to Italy. One definitely needs a local tour to give you a special in-depth look at the Italian traditions, customs and the different ways of life. The best…
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Travel Story: Why we decided to travel Europe for our honeymoon
My husband Matthew and I met during a shared quest to assassinate our enemies with hidden blades and smoke bombs by the docks of Venice, Italy. To call us “passionate” would have been an understatement. We were both avid gamers, and our love for the Assassin’s Creed franchise brought us together in an online multiplayer…