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Our team’s top travel memories of 2024
As one of the busiest years at Expat Explore comes to an end, our team finds ourselves reminiscing about our top travel experiences and memorable travel moments of 2024. From discovering new destinations to revisiting old favourites, our tour leaders and office team made incredible memories on the road with friends, family and colleagues. Of…
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Your guide to winter in Norway
With its wondrous snowscapes, unique outdoor activities, charming cities and spectacular scenery, Norway in winter is truly magical. As one of the world’s best destinations to visit in winter, it can be a bit overwhelming when planning a winter trip to Norway. To help you plan the icy adventure of a lifetime, Expat Explore has…
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Unique holiday destinations to book in January
With the festive season coming to a close and a New Year’s resolutions list full of travel goals, it’s time to start planning your next holiday! After the chaos of Christmas, many of us may be seeking a quieter getaway. That’s why Expat Explore has put together a list of unusual places to visit and…
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All you need to know about the Hogmanay Festival
Looking for the ultimate New Year’s Eve celebration? Look no further than the Hogmanay festival in Scotland! Hogmanay translates to ‘the last day of the year’, and it’s also the name of the biggest festival to ring in the new year in the UK! With street parties, performances and fireworks, Edinburgh’s Hogmanay festival is a…
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Can you handle the heat? These are the world’s spiciest dishes!
Do you find yourself reaching for the hot sauce to liven up your meals? Are your eyes drawn to any dish that lists chilli as an ingredient? While certain cuisines, such as Indian and Thai, are renowned for their hot delicacies, spicy dishes can be found in cuisines all over the world. Seeking dishes that…
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Best of America: 14 of the best events and festivals 2025
The United States is known for its buoyant spirit. National pride is very important and every region has its own traditions. However, there are a few annual USA events that are universally adored. Many visitors plan their U.S. trips to coincide with events and festivals they’d like to attend. These recurring USA events take place…
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18 of Europe’s most popular festivals & cultural events 2025
Gather round ladies and gentlemen! What better way to experience a country than by taking part in one of its exciting festivals and events? Europe is home to a number of countries; each with its own unique mix of languages, traditions and cultural events. From the green-tinted revelry of Ireland’s St. Patrick’s Day to the famous…
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Welcome the New Year in style: Top 5 European cities to celebrate in
New Year’s Eve is a night of untold revelry the world over, and Europe is certainly no exception. Having travelled all around the continent, Expat Explore has come across quite a few cities that really know how to throw down when the ball drops for the New Year on 31 December. Even though New Year’s…
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The perfect Prague winter getaway: 14 Reasons to visit Prague in winter
Prague, in the Czech Republic, is known as the ‘City of a Hundred Spires’, because of its abundant Gothic buildings and old-world charm. But, visit Prague in winter and around Christmas time, and discover why it might as well be called the ‘city of a hundred Christmas markets’. Seemingly every square or street is lined…
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New Year’s Traditions Around the World
Can you believe the new year is almost here? New Year’s Eve is a very special occasion all over the world. It’s a time for people to gather and celebrate with friends and family with the hope of having a prosperous year ahead. While certain celebratory New Year customs like fireworks, champagne and counting down…