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Your guide to the Baltic states
Craving a European adventure that’s rich in experiences but light on your wallet? Step right into the Baltic states! Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania are Europe’s best-kept secrets – each offering a treasure trove of incredible architecture, breathtaking landscapes, captivating history, and unique cultures you won’t find anywhere else on the continent. “But which Baltic country should I visit?” we…
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Top 5 Places to visit in Poland
Poland offers travellers the perfect mix of vibrant cities, rich royal heritage, impressive architecture, and scenic outdoor spaces. Yet, somehow, it remains one of Europe’s best-kept secrets! With over 1,000 years of fascinating history etched into its medieval castles, cobblestone streets, and cultural landmarks, Poland delivers experiences that will leave you wondering why it took…
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Meet Jakes Maritz, Co-Founder of Expat Explore
When Jakes and Carl, two South African expats, crossed paths in the UK early 2000s, their mutual friends already saw it coming. Carl was the entertainer, a true tour leader at heart, and Jakes had the MBA background and organisational skills to give the necessary structure to what was then just a dream. Expat Explore…
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Top Multigenerational Travel Destinations
Lately, more and more travellers are discovering the benefits of multigenerational travel. Whether you’re exploring with parents, grandparents, or spanning generations from Gen X to Millennials and Baby Boomers, travelling together offers unforgettable value and shared joy for everyone involved. As the world gets bigger and many families find themselves living apart, travelling together can…
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Solo travel packages to tick off your bucket list
Do you want to see the world but find the idea of solo travel daunting? From juggling all the responsibilities and bookings to navigating cultural and language differences on your own, we don’t blame you! Good news is that Expat Explore takes the hassle out of solo travel. We’ve compiled a solo travel guide, including solo…
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International Women’s Day: 17 Inspirational women from around the world
To celebrate International Women’s Day (and to create some women-inspired wanderlust!). Expat Explore has put together a list of 17 inspirational women from around the world, along with the destinations they call home. Every year on 8 March, the world celebrates International Women’s Day. This is a day to commemorate women’s achievements and raise awareness…
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Top Solo Female Travel Destinations to Add to Your Bucket List
Solo female travel can be one of the most liberating and life-changing experiences. But it can also be daunting due to a pile of responsibilities, new countries and cultures with languages and customs you don’t understand, and, of course, the potential isolation. Plus, solo female travellers also have to consider safety when planning trips and…
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Top 7 Places to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day
Grab your green clothes and pour a pint of Guinness – it’s almost time to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day 2025! It takes place annually on 17 March and is a time to honour Ireland’s culture and celebrate the country’s influence around the world. St. Patrick is the country’s patron saint, and the holiday was originally…
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10 Best winter vacations for families (sun, snow, and sand)
Winter vacations offer some of the most thrilling travel experiences to share with your family. Jet-setting during the winter will give you a unique way to spend time together. The colder seasons bring us crackling fires, sweet hot chocolate, cosy sweaters and, of course, plenty of snow sports. However, if snowy weather is not your…
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Explore the world’s happiest countries
In recent years, the pursuit of happiness has become increasingly important for many people. Many have reevaluated their lives, adding what brings them joy and discarding what doesn’t. International Happiness Day aims to inform people of the importance of ensuring you add happiness to your life, every day and in any way. That’s why, in…