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Top Tips! Keep your money safe when travelling in Europe
Money or credit cards being stolen is worse than the dreaded middle seat or jet lag. Some people have had to cut their travel short because they lost a large amount of cash or a credit card, which cannot be replaced or claimed from insurance. However, keeping your money safe doesn’t just mean preventing theft.…
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Essential French phrases and tips for travelling
France, the country of love with the language of romance. It’s also a widely popular travel destination, with enough natural sites and historic landmarks to give you the vacation of a lifetime! But sometimes, to get your hands on the freshest croissant or to find the Arc de Triomphe, you will need to interact with…
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12 Travel books and movies to inspire wanderlust
Great stories have the power to transport us. They take us to new places, introduce us to new people and make us think and feel in ways we may never have before. Great stories are at the heart of the world’s favourite books and movies. These are the kinds of novels and films that stay…
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How to take a break while you travel
Taking a trip is a wonderful experience. You pack your time chock full of travel, sights, and experiences to go home with incredible stories and memories. However, this can sometimes mean that we forget about one of the most important parts of a vacation – taking a break! But fear not! In honour of National…
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10 Best places to visit in Croatia
Croatia is quickly becoming one of the top tourist destinations in the world – and it’s definitely one of our favourites! At Expat Explore, we believe that this idyllic, historically rich country deserves a spot amongst the globe’s top holiday destinations. This vibrant, thriving nation, ranks highly among Central European nations in terms of education,…
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10 Best city beaches in Europe
Summer is just around the corner and we can’t wait to take our first (not freezing) dip in the ocean! In order to promote sustainability and to keep our beautiful oceans clean, the United Nations named 8 June World Ocean Day. Ahead of this year’s World Ocean Day, Expat Explore is sharing our ten favourite city…
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11 South American day trips to take your breath away!
There are so many amazing things to see and do on a trip to South America! To make sure you don’t miss out, we have put together a list of 11 incredible South American day trips that should definitely be on your bucket list! Cloud forests, waterfalls, ancient ruins, coffee farms, city walks, volcano hikes…
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Biggest travel trends for 2023
In 2022, travel returned and the world welcomed it with open arms! Following two years of travel being pretty much on pause, throughout the year we watched restrictions lift across the globe. Millions of people experienced the joy of travel once again. We’d call it a comeback year of note! Last year, popular travel trends,…
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5 Unusual Christmas getaways (destinations you may not have thought about)
We all know how stunning the European Christmas markets are and how lovely Christmas in Canada can be. But how often do we think of less obvious destinations that are just as – if not more – festive as the popular December holiday spots? If you’re looking for a unique Christmas trip, it may be time…
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10 of the best destinations for a winter holiday to Europe
December in the Northern Hemisphere is a winter wonderland! It’s the season of Christmas markets, twinkling lights, cosy fires and ice-skating rinks. Winter is truly a fantastic time to visit destinations across Europe! From the festivities in Amsterdam and snowy Switzerland to tasty treats in Belgium, picture-perfect Austria and the Christmas charm in Italy, Europe has…