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Top tips for vegan travellers
It isn’t always easy being green! Food is an important part of travelling and gives you a great insight into different cultures. Yet, with many cultures still favouring meat-based protein, travelling as a vegan can be challenging at times. However, the world is changing, becoming more inclusive of plant-based diets as well as becoming more…
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Europe’s top 5 galleries for art lovers
Where would we be without artists? From sculptures and painters to musicians and filmmakers, artists shape and reflect how we see the world around us. That’s why 25 October is celebrated as International Artists Day! This day aims to recognise the significance of artists and their work all over the world. It also happens to…
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Horror movie locations you can visit in real life!
What’s your favourite scary movie? With Halloween just around the corner, many of us are planning a movie night full of spooky classics. If you love travelling as much as you love scary movies, why not take things to a new level and visit some of the most iconic horror movie locations around the world?…
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Discover the mental health benefits of travelling
World Mental Health Day, celebrated annually on 10 October, is the perfect opportunity to remind ourselves of the importance of looking after our mental health. Just like physical health, it’s an aspect of life that requires effort, consistency and dedication. While the world has changed significantly for the better in this regard, we can never…
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The most beautiful churches in Europe
Cities in Europe are filled with spectacular architecture. Exploring cobblestone streets lined with centuries-old buildings is truly one of the highlights of European travel. Some of the best examples of exceptional architecture can be seen in Europe’s churches. These churches display fascinating histories, artistic masterpieces and a wide variety of architectural styles. While there are…
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Travel Story: X-Jumping to countries all over the world
In 2023, Expat Explore launched our first, annual X-Jump travel competition! To enter this competition and to win a free tour, we asked travellers to send us a picture of them doing our iconic X-Jump (or posing with their arms in the X-shape). We received thousands of entries from people all over the world and…
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German Language Guide: Handy phrases for travellers
Germany is one of the most popular travel destinations in all of Europe – and for good reason! From the bustling capital city of Berlin and the cultural highlights of Munich to the dreamy Rhine Valley and enchanting Black Forest, Germany offers something for every type of traveller. For English-speaking travellers, Germany is a convenient…
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24 Hours in Munich: Your guide to the capital of Bavaria
There are a few great reasons to visit Munich, the capital of Bavaria and one of the most captivating cities in all of Germany. Many will associate Munich with its most famous festival, Oktoberfest. While this is an absolutely must-visit event, particularly for beer lovers, there is so much more to Munich than its world-class…
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Everything you need to know about Expat Explore’s festive tours
If you’ve travelled with Expat Explore before, you’ll know that our tours visit top destinations, include a range of unforgettable experiences and offer many exciting optional excursions! Our festive tours are no different in that regard. Expat Explore offers a range of Christmas and New Year guided tours, allowing you to experience Europe in all…
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These hidden gem destinations are a photographer’s dream
So many beautiful destinations, so little time! Taking photographs of beautiful places allows us to relive those precious travel moments over and over again. However, travel photographers know the struggle of getting that perfect shot all too well. When visiting top attractions and busy cities, getting a picture with no pesky tourists in the shot…