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Travel Story: How traveling solo changed my life
Anita is a 22 year old South African who absolutely loves exploring! She is currently a veterinary science student, and impulsively decided to join one of our Irish Explorer tours. She contacted us on social media, and instantly we wanted to know more about her story! She agreed to share her thoughts on why she…
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Explore Sofia, Bulgaria like a pro!
Bulgaria is one of the remaining European countries that is still shrouded in a proper aura of mystery. Steeped in history and dotted with incredible historical sites, this alluring destination boasts cultural influences from the Greek, Ottoman, Persian and Slavic empires. As you can imagine, this heritage has left a fascinating culture in its wake,…
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15 Questions with Tiziana, local tour guide in Florence, Italy
Known as the ‘cultural capital’ of Europe and attracting over 10 million visitors a year, Florence has proven to be one of the highlights for all those travelling to Italy. One definitely needs a local tour to give you a special in-depth look at the Italian traditions, customs and the different ways of life. The best…
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Travel Story: Why we decided to travel Europe for our honeymoon
My husband Matthew and I met during a shared quest to assassinate our enemies with hidden blades and smoke bombs by the docks of Venice, Italy. To call us “passionate” would have been an understatement. We were both avid gamers, and our love for the Assassin’s Creed franchise brought us together in an online multiplayer…
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Travel Story: Travel chat with Expat Explore’s ‘Tour Leader of the Year 2015’ – Sarah Langford!
Sarah Langford is one of Expat Explore’s longest standing tour leaders. Originally from the North East of England and currently living in Amsterdam, she’s been to over 50 countries and guided more than 12 different tour itineraries for Expat Explore over the last 4 years. Sarah is not only a true explorer, she’s also a…
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10 of the Cheesiest Travel Love Quotes we could find!
In Valentines day spirit, we’ve searched far and wide, to the ends of the earth to find inspiring ‘love for travel’ quotes. It’s really a thing, the love for travel. If the Valentines Day Blues is getting to you, hop over to this page and find some LOVE-ly travel inspiration (and dream of cruising Croatia with…
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A Foodie Guide to one of our most popular tours – the Europe Escape
Seven countries in 12 days mean more mind-blowing sights, game-changing experiences and brand new friends from around the world than you can shake a stick at, but that’s not the only thing you’ll be getting out of this incredible tour. For foodies who love to taste and try, Europe is a gastronome’s paradise there are…
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Holland at its best! Dutch Cheese & Clogs making experience at Clara Maria Family Farm
The Netherlands is just over half the size of Scotland. A small country with big ambitions and world-famous icons such as Sinterklaas, Queens day, Delft Blue earthenware, mills, bicycles and of course, cheese and clogs. Clara Maria is one of the included experiences on Expat Explore tours that travel to Amsterdam. Located in Amstelveen, south-west of…
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Travel chat with Expat Explore’s Gary Partridge. An insider look at the life of a coach driver in Europe!
As a coach driver for Expat Explore Travel you have the responsibility of keeping a busload of travellers safe and on schedule. Travelling across multiple European countries means you have to easily adjust to countless traffic laws and rules. With over 50 Europe tours in the driver seat, Gary Partridge is known as the ‘smooth operator’…
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What to see and do in dreamy Dubrovnik
Ah, Dubrovnik. An amazing Croatian city with a wide variety of options to suit every mood, taste and budget. Also one of the most popular destinations on Expat Explore tours to this region of Europe. In Dubrovnik you can find ancient forts, marbled streets, Baroque buildings and the Adriatic coastline, along with an abundance of historical,…