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Legendary Landmarks: The Hagia Sophia in Istanbul
One of Istanbul’s most distinctive buildings and a testament to the changing face of this incredible city, Hagia Sophia is well worth seeing when visiting Istanbul on a tour of Turkey. Read on to find out more! History The Hagia Sophia was built in 537 as an Eastern Orthodox Cathedral, though it wasn’t the first…
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Video of the Week: Venice to Venice
You may not think of skaters as tourists, but they do tend to get around. This video, though it’s essentially a shoe advert, gives a unique perspective on one of our firm favourites on our tours to Europe. LAKAI: VENICE TO VENICE WITH GUY MARIANO from LAKAI LIMITED FOOTWEAR on Vimeo. Venice, a city of…
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Four of our favourite coffee shops
When exploring a new city out on tour, there may come a time when you’ll need a caffeine injection. And as every coffee-lover knows, there’s nothing worse than a bad cup. Here’s a list of great spots where you’ll find respite from the hustle and bustle; places where they don’t just appreciate how important good…
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The story of Champagne
Champagne is the wine of choice for anyone hosting a special occasion. But what is it that makes this particular wine so special? How is it made and where does it come from? Find out below – and how you could visit the famous Champagne region… Legend has it that Champagne was accidentally invented in…
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I’ve booked my tour of Europe, now what? Part 3
Continuing on in our series, here more tips on things to remember before you head out on your tour of Europe. Read on and learn a thing or two about a thing or two! What kind of accommodation do you use on your tours? On our tours we use a mixture of 2 and 3 star…
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An Eyeful at The Eiffel Tower
As one of the world’s most famous landmarks, it’s a familiar site to travellers across the world, an icon of France and a symbol of romance. Built in 1889 as the entrance to the World’s Fair, The Eiffel Tower is now one of the most recognisable structures in the world. The tallest structure in all…
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Video of the Week: Munich in Motion
Munich is a city of folklore and tradition, incredible museums and culture. But it’s also a place of sleek motorcars, designer boutiques and high-powered industry. From the beerhalls to the autobahns, this is a city with charm! Watch this brilliant video of Munich to see what we mean. MUNICH IN MOTION from Greg Kiss on…
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A Group Tour to Egypt with Expat Explore
One of our travellers recently returned from a trip to Egypt and wrote this brilliant blog from the land of the Pharaohs and discovered a welcoming land of fascinating sights and experiences. Read on! From the moment we landed and were told to buy a visa, (which consisted of paying some 15USD to put a…
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Jungfrau – a view from the top of Europe
Switzerland is country with no shortage of beautiful sights and scenery, but making the trip up to Jungfrau on a tour of Europe is an experience not to be missed! Read about a recent trip up the mountain and prepare for dazzling views! I’d spent just a few hours in Switzerland and had already strolled…
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Video of the Week: Civilization – The Rise of Europe
As the cradle of modern Western civilisation, Europe is a continent where the footprints of the ancients and the mark of modernity are often unified. Roman ruins, medieval remnants and modern constructions coexist, constantly influencing each other and slowly giving way to whatever will come next. Get a glimpse of some of Europe’s most incredible…