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Travel Story: A travel buddy adventure in South Africa!
Some say you never really know a person until you travel with them! Finding someone who fits your travel habits isn’t always easy. Gemma Walsh, a 33 year-old clerical officer from Sligo, Ireland has thankfully found her travel soulmate in her colleague and friend Lorraine Spears, a 34-year-old assistant staff officer from Leitrim, Ireland. While…
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Travel Story: It’s never too late for an Irish travel adventure!
Over the years, at Expat Explore we have learned that one of the best ways to experience travel is with your family. Family travel offers you the chance to create memories to last a lifetime with some of the most important people in your life! Canadian mother-daughter travel duo Sylvia Dickson, 93, and Diane Richardson,…
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These are the 5 most relaxing destinations to travel to
Sometimes you just need to get away from the hustle and bustle of life. You don’t want to feel even more tired after a busy vacation than you were before you left so it calls for a holiday filled with relaxation! We’ve put together a list of the very best relaxing vacation ideas, including the…
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Top 6 Japanese festivals to experience
Looking for a reason to celebrate? Matsuri is the Japanese word for festival and these cultural events are unlike any other festivals in the world! If you’re planning a trip to Japan, why not see if you can work in one of the country’s many exciting annual events? That way, you’ll really get to immerse…
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Travel story: Getting engaged abroad on tour in Scandinavia!
Travel brings us many wonderful things in life. Unforgettable adventures, new experiences, friends from around the world and, best of all, love! Travel helps us create memories to last a lifetime. Expat Explore travellers Joe Martinez, 31, and Paige Collins, 32, both from the USA, experienced this magical aspect of travel when they became engaged…
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The 24 best things to do in Japan!
Japan is unlike any other destination in the world. The ‘Land of the Rising Sun’ is an exciting mix of old and new; of ancient temples and modern metropolises. It is a place where tradition meets modernity in an intoxicating way. As soon as you arrive, Japan will grab your full attention and stay in…
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Switzerland: 10 Interesting facts to know before you go
When you think of Switzerland, do you think of yodelling milkmaids, winding cuckoo clocks and silky-smooth chocolate? While you certainly can see and experience those traditional aspects, contemporary Switzerland is all about epic experiences and travel adventures! There is so much more to this beautiful country than meets the eye. That’s why Expat Explore has…
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Best things to do around Belgium
Belgium may be one of Europe’s smaller countries but don’t let that fool you. What Belgium lacks in size it makes up for in charm, beauty and culture! There are so many great reasons to visit this fascinating country such as its delicious food, stunning architecture and the vibrant mix of languages and cultures. Expat…
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Back on tour in South Africa: Q&A with co-founder Jakes
In May 2022, we kickstarted our South Africa tours once again. After a more than two-year hiatus due to the global pandemic, the whole Expat Explore team, as well as our travellers, were overjoyed to be back on the road again in this incredible country! Expat Explore co-founder Jakes Maritz joined the first South Africa…
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Happy Mandela Day! Celebrate with these 14 inspirational quotes
South Africa and the international community come together on 18 July to celebrate Mandela Day. The day is dedicated to the legacy of the late, great Nelson Mandela who was a civil rights leader and South Africa’s first black president. The spirit of Mandela Day is all about taking action, inspiring change and making a…