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Sink your teeth into the top cheeses on each continent
Not to be cheesy but no matter the colour, texture, or level of maturity, there’s a special place for every type of cheese in our hearts (and stomachs)! Whether they’re soft and smooth or hard with holes, cheese can either be the perfect snack, the foundation of a party platter, or the star ingredient of…
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Travel Story: 7 Tours and Counting!
Abdul, 70, and Farida, 67, are a self-employed and soon-to-be-retired couple from Bristol, United Kingdom, who absolutely love travelling. They both have a keen sense of adventure with Abdul even being a bit of an adrenaline junkie! To date, Abdul and Fairda have embarked on an impressive seven tours with Expat Explore with plans to…
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Travel Story: Starting solo and ending as a family in South Africa
Travelling on your own can be a daunting experience. Even on a group tour, it can be challenging and insecurities may come up. Will I make friends? Will people like me? These concerns are completely normal and understandable. However, so often when we step outside of our comfort zone and try something new, that is…
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Travel Smarter, Not Harder: Apps to improve your adventure
In the twenty-first century, it’s practically unheard of to embark on a journey without a cellphone in hand. And why would you? In this era of technology, there’s an abundance of helpful and handy apps that easily enhance our daily lives. Expat Explore has asked our tour leaders what travel apps they use and they’ve…
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Make the best breads from around the world with these recipes
If you’re a bread lover, you’ll agree that there’s no better smell than a fresh loaf or bun coming out of the oven. There’s just something about the combination of ingredients after they’ve been exposed to high heat that not only creates the perfect accompaniment to any meal but also an irresistible smell that lures…
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Managing Expectations: The lowdown on Latin America
From the beauty of Machu Picchu to the beaches of Brazil and the culinary delights of Argentina, it’s no wonder that South America is on the bucket list of many travellers! Expat Explore offers tours of the following Latin American countries: Brazil, Argentina, Peru, Panama and Costa Rica. Each of these countries is a true…
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Tuck into these tangy pickled foods from around the world
We all know how much Americans love a good pickle! And we don’t mean the serious trouble kind. If you’ve seen American media before, you’ll likely know that they have a great relationship with a classic dill pickle. So much so that in the late 90s, National Pickle Day was introduced to celebrate the beloved…
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Delicious and healthy dishes for vegan travellers
If you’ve spent quite a bit of time on different continents, you’ll know that one of the best parts of travelling is indulging in new and exciting local foods! Some people even go as far as travelling the world chasing after mouthwatering meals they’ve seen or heard of. Unfortunately, for vegans, finding delicious and nutritious…
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Why the world’s most cliché attractions are still worth the visit
Travel is a great way to feel like we belong. Just by visiting a new place, you’re suddenly part of a special circle of people who have seen and experienced the same wonders of this world. So, it’s no secret that people then often seek out the same experiences as other travellers so they can…
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This spooky season, see the top Gothic buildings in the world
October is Halloween month, or “spooky season”! With it comes the desire to embrace all things dark, scary and mystical. What started as an ancient Gaelic festival celebrating summer harvests with bonfires, costumes and merriment has evolved into a global holiday with themed parties, creative makeup and fashion, and even common practices. Also synonymous with…