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Best spots for a night out in Cape Town
From sunrise to sunset, Cape Town, South Africa, is truly one of the most beautiful cities in the world. From Table Mountain to the colourful Bo-Kaap neighbourhood, there is so much to see and do in Cape Town. After sunset, Cape Town remains as vibrant as during the daytime! Wondering what to do with a…
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5 Travel Tips: How to pack for a rail tour
Rail travel is a unique and fun way to see more of the world. It’s comfortable and convenient and allows you to experience destinations from a totally different perspective! While getting ready to embark on a rail tour, there are a few important things to consider; one of which is what to pack. To help…
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Scotland’s Most Visited Tourist Attractions: Castles, Whiskey & Kilts
Ah, Bonnie Scotland! The country north of Hadrian’s Wall is known for kilts, castles, whisky and William Wallace. Scotland has so much to offer first-time visitors. Here’s a quick roundup of Scotland’s iconic destinations to include on your itinerary for your future trips to Scotland. Hae a guid journey! Edinburgh The capital of Scotland and…
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Discovering Italy’s Delights: Q&A with Rach from the Very Hungry Nomads
Italy is an incredible travel destination. There’s no doubt about it. The country has it all: scenery, history, culture and, of course, drool-worthy cuisine! No one knows this better than Rach from the Very Hungry Nomads. Rach joined our Italian Delights tour in September 2022. Over 12 days, she was able to discover the delights…
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Pro packing advice for your next big adventure!
Everything is sorted – your tour is booked and paid for, your visa has arrived in time (phew), and the only thing left to do is pack your bags! While packing may not always be fun, it is an inevitable part of any trip – no matter the destination. Any seasoned traveller will tell you…
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Where to go for winter sun? 5 Warmest places to visit in Spain this winter holiday
Winter in most of Europe can be cold, rainy and snowy. And that weather definitely has its charms! But from time to time you may feel the need to break away and catch some sunshine and warmer weather! If this is what you’re after, why not try a warmer part of Europe such as Spain for your…
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Get to know your tour leader: Luke Watson
Expat Explore tours would not be the same without our incredible team of tour leaders. These passionate tour leaders display seemingly endless amounts of knowledge and energy and truly go above and beyond to make sure that our travellers have the most memorable trip possible! To give you a bit of insight into these fascinating…
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The 5 best things about Europe at Christmas time
The magic of Christmas in Europe brings about an abundance of fantastic things to do, taste and see! From white, fluffy snow in the Swiss Alps, to sipping on Belgian hot chocolate at a roadside café or, wandering through a Christmas Market in Germany. Europe is the one continent where you can truly celebrate the…
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The best pasta dishes you’ve probably never heard of
Pasta is one of the world’s most beloved dishes! What would we be without spaghetti bolognese, carbonara or pesto pasta? Miserable, that’s what! The whole world loves this Italian staple. So much so that 25 October has been named World Pasta Day! One of the best things about pasta is its versatility. There are literally…
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5 Ways travel is beneficial for your mental health
Expat Explore wholeheartedly believes that taking care of your mental health is just as important as taking care of your physical health! In recent years, individuals and organisations have begun placing more importance on mental wellbeing. While a stigma around mental illness still exists, it is becoming far less taboo to discuss. This has allowed…