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A quick guide to South Africa, the Southernmost country in Africa
Getting ready for a South African tour, but not quite sure what goes where? If it’s your first time preparing for a trip to South Africa, the geography can be a little confusing. You may be wondering if Cape Town is the capital. Or if the Karoo is a province. And how we keep the…
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11 Must-Try dishes and drinks in Greece, plus where to find them
With its blend of ancient history, idyllic islands and vibrant culture, Greece is a bucket-list destination for all types of travellers! One of the best things about visiting Greece? Greek food! In fact, Expat Explore Greece tours may just offer the best food out of any of our tours! To get you excited about the…
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Top 5 Spring walks & famous hiking trails in Europe
As we head towards March, the days grow longer and the Northern Hemisphere shakes off the chills of winter in anticipation of a beautiful spring! The season of new beginnings is the perfect time of year to lace up your boots and head out on a wonderful walk. Europe is home to countless breathtaking walking…
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Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with these traditional Irish recipes & party food!
St. Patrick’s Day is a time to celebrate all things Irish! Traditionally, St. Patrick’s Day takes place on 17 March each year. It began as a religious celebration paying homage to Saint Patrick who is the patron saint of Ireland. Over time, it has evolved into a full-on celebration of Irish culture! The celebrations don’t…
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Top 15 Beautiful bookshops to visit in Europe
For book lovers, getting lost in a good book is one of the best feelings in the world. Now, how about getting lost in a beautiful place filled with books? Even better! Europe is home to a huge number of beautiful bookshops. In honour of World Book Day on 4 March 2022, Expat Explore has…
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How many pancakes can you eat? A guide to Russia’s Maslenitsa festival
After an icy winter, many European countries celebrate the beginning of spring. In Slavic countries, namely Russia, Ukraine and Belarus, these festivities come in the form of the week-long Maslenitsa festival! Featuring ancient folklore, vibrant social activities and plenty of pancakes, Maslenitsa may just be the best festival you’ve never heard of! If you’d like…
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Travel Story: A festive family Christmas tour in Great Britain
The Edlin family loves to travel! Anabel, 54, a senior financial analyst and Dick Edlin, 68, a retired manufacturing manager, are a couple from Houston, Texas. They began travelling soon after they got married, first exploring their native USA and Mexico before taking their first overseas trip with Expat Explore in 2019! In December 2021,…
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Travel Story: Returning to the joy of travel in Ireland!
Travel brings joy to people from all over the world. After months of restrictions, rescheduling and changed plans, David and Melissa Vicars were finally able to experience the joy of travelling once again when they visited Ireland with Expat Explore! In September 2021, David, 65, and Melissa, 64, both from Delaware in the USA, joined…
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What is a visa and do I need one for my tour?
Are you taking an international trip? One of the most important things to do is take a look at your passport and travel documents. You will see that some Expat Explore tours state that people from certain countries may need a visa. Let’s have a look at what this document is, and how you can…
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Travel Insurance – A Closer Look
Travelling is an exciting adventure – exploring new and mysterious places and widening horizons! However, if something were to go wrong on – or before – your travels, you’d want to know that you’re looked after and covered financially. Travel insurance is necessary for protection and to ease your trip anxieties! The subject of insurance…