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The story of Champagne
Champagne is the wine of choice for anyone hosting a special occasion. But what is it that makes this particular wine so special? How is it made and where does it come from? Find out below – and how you could visit the famous Champagne region… Legend has it that Champagne was accidentally invented in…
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An Eyeful at The Eiffel Tower
As one of the world’s most famous landmarks, it’s a familiar site to travellers across the world, an icon of France and a symbol of romance. Built in 1889 as the entrance to the World’s Fair, The Eiffel Tower is now one of the most recognisable structures in the world. The tallest structure in all…
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Video of the Week: Munich in Motion
Munich is a city of folklore and tradition, incredible museums and culture. But it’s also a place of sleek motorcars, designer boutiques and high-powered industry. From the beerhalls to the autobahns, this is a city with charm! Watch this brilliant video of Munich to see what we mean. MUNICH IN MOTION from Greg Kiss on…
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A Group Tour to Egypt with Expat Explore
One of our travellers recently returned from a trip to Egypt and wrote this brilliant blog from the land of the Pharaohs and discovered a welcoming land of fascinating sights and experiences. Read on! From the moment we landed and were told to buy a visa, (which consisted of paying some 15USD to put a…
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Jungfrau – a view from the top of Europe
Switzerland is country with no shortage of beautiful sights and scenery, but making the trip up to Jungfrau on a tour of Europe is an experience not to be missed! Read about a recent trip up the mountain and prepare for dazzling views! I’d spent just a few hours in Switzerland and had already strolled…
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Video of the Week: Civilization – The Rise of Europe
As the cradle of modern Western civilisation, Europe is a continent where the footprints of the ancients and the mark of modernity are often unified. Roman ruins, medieval remnants and modern constructions coexist, constantly influencing each other and slowly giving way to whatever will come next. Get a glimpse of some of Europe’s most incredible…
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Video of the Week: ROME
Today we take a dreamy look at the fascinating city of Rome. Get a glimpse of the ancient world and the charm of the modern world on this week’s Video of the Week! ROME. from Jeremy Janin on Vimeo. Perhaps the most famous of all the ancient world’s cities, Rome is a completely mesmerising place…
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Video of the Week: The World’s First Maldives Tour
Here at The Explorer we aren’t usually ones to toot our own horn – but when you see what we’ve got lined up for you today it’s hard not to feel like making an island getaway. Take a look at our latest video of the Maldives, and if you aren’t convinced that the cure for…
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Video of the Week – Summer in Barcelona
One of Europe’s many highlights, Barcelona has a huge amount to offer visitors. Whether you’re walking along La Rambla, sampling tapas in one of the city’s many bars, hiking Montjuic, or exploring Gaudi’s architectural gems, it’s the ultimate urban getaway for sunseekers this summer. Take a look at our Video of the Week and start…
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Video of the Week: Venice in a Day
An extraordinary city with a rich cultural history, Venice is more than just an engineering marvel. Check out our latest Video of the Week and soak up the scenery. Venice in a Day from Joerg Niggli on Vimeo. With the most artistic masterpieces per square kilometer, Venice could be forgiven for resting on its laurels.…