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Fight the frost with these winter travel tips
Coach travel is an incredible experience no matter which time of year. While summer offers fun activities and picture-perfect weather, there’s something special about seeing your favourite destinations covered in snow, glistening in the rain or contoured with overcast lighting. If you’re the type of traveller who enjoys crisp air while you travel and evenings…
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Christmas gift ideas for the travellers in your life
‘Tis the season of giving! But what do you give to someone who never seems to stay in one place? Travellers can be a tricky bunch to buy for, however, there are plenty of fun gift options for those who call the world their home. Expat Explore has come up with some great gift ideas…
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Europe’s taste of Christmas – Glühwein
When you travel to Europe in winter, chances are you’ll enjoy quite a few outings to the many Christmas markets that pop up around Christmas time. This means you’ll have plenty of opportunities to indulge in steaming cups of Glühwein! This hot, fragrant mulled wine is the unofficial festive drink of many European nations. Your Guide…
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Explore the world‘s most impressive mountain ranges
The world has many natural sights to explore, from long, winding rivers to wide, open canyons. But of these natural wonders, none are more impressive to behold than mountains. Whether their peaks are snowy or sunkissed, they always make for incredible photographs and lasting memories. That’s why, to celebrate the annual International Mountain Day on…
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10 Best Winter Holiday Destinations with Snow!
Snow holidays are the best kind of winter getaways. They offer a magical (and sometimes incredibly chilly!) world full of adventure. The charm of frosted mountains, iced lakes, snow-covered landscapes and crisp, fresh air is something that can be truly appreciated in the right country. World Snow Day 2024 falls on 19 January and celebrates…
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Italy through a local’s eyes: Top Italian festivals you should experience!
Italy is, without a doubt, one of the world’s most popular travel destinations. It is home to world-famous cities like Rome and Venice and boasts top attractions such as the Colosseum, the Leaning Tower of Pisa and Pompeii, along with stunning destinations including Cinque Terre and the Italian Lakes! And that’s just the start of…
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Christmas markets in York are calling
Every year the charming city of York hosts a large number of Christmas markets. It not only adds an extra layer of festive delight, but York’s Christmas Markets also give us even more reason to start planning a winter trip to England! Here’s why York should be on your Christmas List: Few cities in England…
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Scotland’s annual events & festivals 2025 not to be missed!
Scotland: the land of kilts, haggis, highlands and fields of heather. It’s also home to a number of great annual festivals and events. One of the best ways to immerse yourself in a foreign culture is to join in on the celebrations, and that’s exactly what you should do on a trip to Scotland. Scotland…
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Previous Black Friday success specials and what to look out for in 2024
As the Expat Explore team is busy gearing up for another crazy shopping period, we’re taking some time to share the previous year’s Black Friday specials that were extremely popular. Rather than inciting retrospective FOMO, we hope that these will help you do some early Black Friday planning. That way, you’re prepared when you eventually start…
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Say ‘hello’ to the world’s top languages and their greetings
If you’ve travelled regularly, you’ll agree that one of the most exciting parts of seeing new destinations is getting to experience different languages. Those lucky enough to be blessed with either a great memory or language skills even get to come home with a few new fancy phrases, like how to say “hello” in different…