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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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Festivals of Europe: the Boppard Wine Festival
The Rhine Valley is known for its wines, and there’s no better time to visit than during the Boppard Wine Festival, taking this plave from 3-5 October 2014! With its unique climate and traditional methods of production, the Rhine Valley region is well known amongst wine lovers for its unique style of wines. The last 10…
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Ice-Wine and River Cruising in Germany’s Rhine Valley
Sticking with the ‘cruise’ theme, here’s a throwback to a visit to Boppard, Germany a few weeks ago on the Europe Jewel tour. Taking a Rhine River Cruise is one of the best ways to see the region! The Rhine River meanders through some of Germany’s most dramatic landscapes, and boarding a river cruise allows…
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Foods of the World: Cheese!
Europeans have a thing for cheese. And why not? Some of the best cheese-producing countries in the world can be found in Europe, including France (of course), Italy, Switzerland, Great Britain and the Netherlands. Read on to find out more about cheese and the best places to try it on our Europe coach tours. What…
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Four of our favourite coffee shops
When exploring a new city out on tour, there may come a time when you’ll need a caffeine injection. And as every coffee-lover knows, there’s nothing worse than a bad cup. Here’s a list of great spots where you’ll find respite from the hustle and bustle; places where they don’t just appreciate how important good…
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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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Foods of the World: Pizza
One of the most popular foods on the planet, pizza has its origins in Italy. But what goes into making a ‘real’ pizza? What makes a pizza perfect? Read on to find out about this famous food and learn a thing or two ahead of your tour of Europe… Accredited to the Italians, the pizza…
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Foods of the World: Perfect Roast Chicken
Although it’s definitely not the only place in the world you’ll find a roast chicken, roasts in general are a quintessentially British meal type. Typically enjoyed on a lazy Sunday afternoon, a roast is a hearty meal to be shared with friends and family; and perfect to try on any tour of Great Britain. You’ll…
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Five fabulous foods of Europe
European cuisine is as varied as the continent itself, with a range of dishes to suit every palate. Some are steeped in tradition, some have been appropriated by other countries and still others are little-known delicacies – but we’re sure they’ll have your tummy rumbling! Take a look at our favourite foods of Europe that…