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Travel story: A Mother-Daughter trip to remember!
Travel is an incredibly special experience. It’s made even more special when we get to share it with our loved ones. Family trips offer a chance to create memories that will last a lifetime! Joan Ngugi and her daughter Cassia, are a mother-daughter duo from the USA, who were able to share the magic of…
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Travel Story: Just do it! Once you start travelling, you can’t stop!
Marina Avenant is 60 years young and hails from sunny Cape Town, South Africa. Travelling is in Marina’s blood and this year she embarked on her third tour with Expat Explore! Marina and her husband, Paul, joined the Europe Escape tour on 17 April 2022. We chatted to Marina about her love of group…
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Travel with confidence: Everything you need to know about booking a tour in 2022
After a two year pause, travel is back! In 2022, more and more travel restrictions are being lifted in Europe and further abroad. This means people are pressing play on travel once again! There are a number of important questions to ask and answer when booking a trip and preparing to travel in 2022. To…
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A Beatles’ fan guide to Liverpool
Ever dreamed of walking in the footsteps of John, Paul, Ringo and George? You may say I’m a dreamer but when you visit Liverpool in the United Kingdom, you can do just that! The Beatles are arguably one of the most well-known and beloved music acts of all time. If you’re a fan, the chances…
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Travel Story: A Mother and son Europe adventure to remember!
Sarah Boer recently embarked on her very first Expat Explore tour! Sarah, 47, hails from Dalhart, Texas where her family runs a dairy farm. While this was her first trip with Expat Explore, Sarah is no stranger to travelling and has always loved seeing new places. She loves sharing the joys of travel and will always…
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5 Unexpected reasons to get excited about Slovenia
Eastern Europe is emerging as one of the world’s most popular travel destinations and is home to several incredible countries! One of which is Slovenia (known to the locals as ‘Slovenija’) – an absolute must-visit! This is thanks to the country’s vibey cultural scene, rich history and breathtaking natural beauty (Lake Bled, anyone?) This tiny green…
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How Europe celebrates the summer solstice
The days are long, the nights are short, the sun shines and people get ready to celebrate – it’s time for the summer solstice! 21 June is the summer solstice (the middle of summer) in the northern hemisphere. It is the longest day and shortest night of the year and it is certainly one of…
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Everything you need to know about the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee 2022
This year, Queen Elizabeth II will be celebrating 70 years of her reign, also known as the Platinum Jubilee. 70 years is an impressive amount of time to sit on the throne! As such, the UK will be celebrating in style. For those unfamiliar with Britain’s Royal Family or the United Kingdom’s head of state,…
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10 Reasons why you should book a tour to Europe
Travelling to Europe is a true adventure! The continent is filled with diverse countries, cultures, cuisines, history and languages making a trip to Europe educational, inspiring and just plain fun! It’s no secret that we love European travel and offer several Expat Explore travel packages around Europe! Here are 10 reasons why you should book…
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The world’s best quirky museums
One of the best ways to learn more about a destination you’re travelling to is by visiting a local museum. Museums offer a fascinating insight into various histories, cultures and lifestyles. They’re educational, relaxing and often incredibly important in regards to preserving cultural heritage. However, we’re not here to tell you about large National History…