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Legendary Landmarks: The Rialto Bridge, Venice
One of the highlights of any trip to Venice during a tour of Europe, the Rialto is well-deserving of its ‘legendary’ status. Read on to find out more about this incredible landmark and the history surrounding it. Although there has been a crossing point at this location since at least 1181, the current bridge was…
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Video of the Week: Going to Cappadocia
A visit to Turkey’s Cappadocia region is something special. With its otherworldly, almost moon-like landscape, this is one region which will delight the explorers out there! Watch our video of the week for a closer look at this incredible region. Going To Cappadocia (Turkey) from Kyoto Studio on Vimeo. Known as ‘fairy chimneys’, the distinctive…
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Legendary Landmarks: The Hagia Sophia in Istanbul
One of Istanbul’s most distinctive buildings and a testament to the changing face of this incredible city, Hagia Sophia is well worth seeing when visiting Istanbul on a tour of Turkey. Read on to find out more! History The Hagia Sophia was built in 537 as an Eastern Orthodox Cathedral, though it wasn’t the first…
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Video of the Week: Venice to Venice
You may not think of skaters as tourists, but they do tend to get around. This video, though it’s essentially a shoe advert, gives a unique perspective on one of our firm favourites on our tours to Europe. LAKAI: VENICE TO VENICE WITH GUY MARIANO from LAKAI LIMITED FOOTWEAR on Vimeo. Venice, a city of…
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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…