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Exploring The Street Markets of Cairo, Egypt
In Muslim countries, especially in North Africa and the Middle East, the word used to describe a marketplace is a souk or suq/souq (suːk ). In the sprawling capital of Egypt, Cairo, one can find a smorgasbord of souks and bazaars to choose from. It’s here, making your way from one stall to the next,…
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Visiting Florence for the first time? The must-see’s & best things to do!
Travellers to Europe are in for a treat! It is home to cities that boast beauty, culture and must-see attractions. Florence is no different. See our top ten Florentine attractions for your next Italian holiday, as suggested by Tiziana, our expert local guide in Florence, Tuscany. Ready to get inspired for an Italian adventure? Prego, let’s…
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Travel Story: Philippa, explorer at heart, sharing advice before your first trip abroad
Meet Philippa Jeanette Sumlin, 53, who is an ICU nurse from Maryland in the USA. Philippa and her husband Anthony took their first trip with Expat Explore back in 2018. Since then, they have explored amazing countries in Europe and made incredible memories. Philippa shares her love of travel and highlights from her tours as…
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Travel Story: What do you gain from travelling? “Travel expands the mind and soul”
From adventures with friends and vacations with her young family decades ago to unforgettable solo sojourns, Dr Bina Rai has learned that the beauty of travel is all about the experiences you gain along the way. During her many years of travelling, Bina, 63 from Penang Malaysia, is a doctor who is currently lecturing at…
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Travel Story: South Africa will stay with me forever
Lou is a 33-year old from the UK. She’s fanatic about travel and adores photography, running, cycling and trekking. Together with her partner, Tim, and her family she’s been around the world. In fact, this globe-trotter has explored a total of 35 countries! She told us more about her experience onboard the first ever South…
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7 Top-rated places to visit in Europe in summer for a perfect holiday
Summer in Europe is characterized by comfortable temperatures, long days and blue skies. The whole continent awakens after winter and is abuzz with outdoor activities and a new sense of excitement. It’s the perfect time to discover and explore a new city. If you need a little help or inspiration on which European city will…
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Best places to travel in May 2021, where is it hot in May?
While physically travelling is currently off the table as the world tackles Covid-19, it doesn’t stop us from dreaming about seeing more of the world in the future! Now is a great time to start planning a trip to travel in May this time next year. May is a fantastic month for travel. The northern…
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Travel Story: Travel is the most liberating thing you can do
Travel can mean different things to different people. It can be seen as a fun pastime, a bucket-list goal, a way to relax or even (for the lucky few) part of a job. For Angela McLean, it has become an exciting part of her life. She believes that travelling is in her DNA! Angela, 51,…
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Egypt Adventure: 10 things to add to your list
Travelling to Egypt means leaving the modern world behind and travelling back in time. With every temple, pyramid and museum you get a glimpse into a time of Pharaohs, myths and legends. Egypt’s history spans back more than 5,000 years and history is still being uncovered today. Egypt is still one of the hottest travel…
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Holiday ideas for solo travellers over 60s
Age is irrelevant when it comes to the enjoyment of discovering a new destination. Travel is an activity that can be enjoyed at any age, and by everyone. Even better, solo travel can open up your mind to a world of possibilities. Plus, you’ll never be truly alone, as you’re bound to meet plenty of…