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Kid-friendly recipes from around the world
World Food Day, celebrated on 16 October every year, is an international commemoration of the founding of the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization in 1945. Every year, a theme is announced to highlight the various areas of food supply or production that need particular attention. This year, the theme is “Water is life, water…
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Egg-cellent dishes to try around the world
Oh, the humble egg! At once a versatile ingredient, meal component and tasty snack, do we ever take the time to recognise the importance of the egg? We at Expat Explore sure do! In fact, you may as well call us Eggs-pat Eggs-plore on World Egg Day. Taking place on October 13, this day aims…
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Unmissable musical experiences around the world
Making and enjoying music is a universal part of being human, dating back thousands of years. It brings us together, sparks joy, makes us move, stirs up emotion and serves as a reminder that people often see life in the same way. That is why the International Music Council, a UNESCO organisation, declared 1 October…
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Unique types of coffee around the world
Don’t read this before you’ve had your morning coffee! Not because it’s a snooze but because you won’t be able to stand the temptation to get right up and grab a cuppa! In honour of International Coffee Day, celebrated annually on 1 October, Expat Explore has compiled this list of the weirdest and most wonderful…
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Get to know your tour leader: Aaron Rogers
Tour leaders are just travellers that got bitten even harder by the travel bug than most! If you have travelled with Expat Explore before, you will know that a passion for adventure is the defining quality of all of the wonderful people that work for us and our tour leaders exhibit this quality in abundance.…
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Indulgent desserts from around the world
Travelling around the globe is one of the biggest treats in life. You get to experience a new world, its people, its architecture, and of course, even its tasty eats! In countless cultures, eating and drinking together is a cornerstone of socialisation. So for many, immersing themselves in the food and drink of a destination…
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Your guide to travelling during summer in Europe
The sun is shining, the grass is green again and the beach is calling. That’s right, it’s summertime in Europe! This is certainly a magical time to travel. However, it is not without its challenges. As Europe’s busiest tourist season and with temperatures and prices rising each year, it can be tricky to navigate. Expat…
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24 hours in Tbilisi: A guide to Georgia’s capital city
Georgia is a true hidden gem country with so much to offer visitors. From spectacular mountain scenery to vineyards and vibrant cities, Georgia should be on every traveller’s bucket list. Tbilisi is Georgia’s enchanting capital city and is full of unique architecture, delicious cuisine, fascinating history and a wide variety of things to see and…
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Get to know your tour leader: Luke Watson
Expat Explore tours would not be the same without our incredible team of tour leaders. These passionate tour leaders display seemingly endless amounts of knowledge and energy and truly go above and beyond to make sure that our travellers have the most memorable trip possible! To give you a bit of insight into these fascinating…
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The best pasta dishes you’ve probably never heard of
Pasta is one of the world’s most beloved dishes! What would we be without spaghetti bolognese, carbonara or pesto pasta? Miserable, that’s what! The whole world loves this Italian staple. So much so that 25 October has been named World Pasta Day! One of the best things about pasta is its versatility. There are literally…