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Horror movie locations you can visit in real life!
What’s your favourite scary movie? With Halloween just around the corner, many of us are planning a movie night full of spooky classics. If you love travelling as much as you love scary movies, why not take things to a new level and visit some of the most iconic horror movie locations around the world?…
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Tee off at the best golf courses in the world
Keen for a round of golf around the world? If you’re one of those people who love travelling so you can tick off teeing off at the world’s top golf courses, this one’s for you! The world’s top travel destinations have many attractions to explore, and for golf enthusiasts, new and exciting golf courses are…
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How do the new tourism restrictions affect travel?
As tourism continues to boom in many of the world’s most popular destinations, those who live in these beautiful places are feeling the strain. Recent protests in European cities like Barcelona, Mallorca, and Amsterdam highlight the growing global concern about the negative effects of mass tourism on local communities. These once-celebrated destinations have been overwhelmed…
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The 6 Best places for a cup of coffee in Europe
Coffee is loved across the globe. Whether you need to kick start your morning with a strong cuppa, catch up with friends over a cappuccino or two, or end off a long day with something warm and frothy, this beloved beverage is always there for us! Americano, flat white, frappé, espresso, Türk Kahvesi, cà phê…
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Explore the top European castles
Europe is a continent steeped in history, where every cobblestoned street, ancient ruin, and castle tells a tale of a bygone era. And what better way to delve into this rich history than by exploring the top European castles that have survived the test of time? These renowned fortresses, often perched atop hills or nestled…
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Discover the mental health benefits of travelling
World Mental Health Day, celebrated annually on 10 October, is the perfect opportunity to remind ourselves of the importance of looking after our mental health. Just like physical health, it’s an aspect of life that requires effort, consistency and dedication. While the world has changed significantly for the better in this regard, we can never…
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The most beautiful churches in Europe
Cities in Europe are filled with spectacular architecture. Exploring cobblestone streets lined with centuries-old buildings is truly one of the highlights of European travel. Some of the best examples of exceptional architecture can be seen in Europe’s churches. These churches display fascinating histories, artistic masterpieces and a wide variety of architectural styles. While there are…
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Must-see animals in the world’s top travel destinations
Every country has its national animals, from birds to fish, which represent either the country’s history, climate or political stance. Think, for example, of the iconic Bald Eagle that represents America’s freedom. However, some countries are home to those special, unique animals that we’d go to the ends of the earth to see, let alone…
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Make some noise! Celebrate World Music Day with these musical cities in Europe
Music transports us. A few simple notes can remind us of moments in time and the people that we love. It gives us goosebumps, can put a smile on our face and even make us cry. To put it quite simply, music is magic! Celebrating the wonder of music is what World Music Day, which…
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Travel Story: X-Jumping to countries all over the world
In 2023, Expat Explore launched our first, annual X-Jump travel competition! To enter this competition and to win a free tour, we asked travellers to send us a picture of them doing our iconic X-Jump (or posing with their arms in the X-shape). We received thousands of entries from people all over the world and…