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Everything you need to know: Oktoberfest in Munich 2024
Oktoberfest is the ultimate celebration of German beer, food and Bavarian culture! Germany’s largest volksfest is famous around the world and is held annually in autumn in the Bavarian region of Germany. The festival is all about bringing people together from around the world to celebrate with great food, merrymaking and beer, of course! Expat…
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My tour is booked! What’s next?
You’ve booked your tour! We’re thrilled that you’ve found an Expat Explore tour that ticks all of your bucket-list boxes and that you’ll be joining us on tour soon. However, before we set off on our grand adventure, there are a few things that you’ll need to take care of on your end. Here’s a…
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Everything you need to know about Expat Explore’s festive tours
If you’ve travelled with Expat Explore before, you’ll know that our tours visit top destinations, include a range of unforgettable experiences and offer many exciting optional excursions! Our festive tours are no different in that regard. Expat Explore offers a range of Christmas and New Year guided tours, allowing you to experience Europe in all…
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Top 10 interesting facts about Hungary
Hungary is a historically rich country positioned between Western and Eastern Europe. It’s a variable playground of contrasts that add to the exciting atmosphere, from lush countryside vistas to opulent architecture; from sordid historic decay to impressive restoration and innovation. It’s also a widely popular travel destination thanks to a wide variety of attractions for…
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These hidden gem destinations are a photographer’s dream
So many beautiful destinations, so little time! Taking photographs of beautiful places allows us to relive those precious travel moments over and over again. However, travel photographers know the struggle of getting that perfect shot all too well. When visiting top attractions and busy cities, getting a picture with no pesky tourists in the shot…
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What to pack for a South African Safari
Picture yourself hopping into a game drive vehicle on a South African safari and rambling across the grassy plains as the sun rises over the horizon. Birds chirp and flutter through the trees while an exciting variety of animals emerge to greet the dawn. It is one of the most unforgettable African experiences you can…
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Our first Morocco tour! Q&A with Jakes & Luke
If Morocco isn’t on your bucket list already, it should be! From its sweeping desert landscapes and dreamy coastal towns to the bustling bazaars of Marrakesh and the dazzling blue city of Chefchaouen, Morocco is a country that enchants its visitors at every turn. Even our expert travellers, Co-Founder Jakes Martiz and Tour Leader &…
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Discover the top cultural events around the world
One of the greatest wonders of travelling the world is getting to experience the lives, locations, and ways of different people and cultures. We travel to see the amazing sights of the world, but also to enrich our cultural experiences through different forms of art, architecture and music. From Europe to Africa, Australia to Asia,…
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5 Simple tricks and top smartphone photography tips for travel photos
Nowadays a smartphone is the first thing we pack when heading out on tour. We use it to navigate, to keep contact with loved ones, to translate the local language, but most of all, we use our smartphone to take travel photos and capture the incredible things we see, eat and experience all day, every…
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Tuck into the tastiest potato dishes around the world
Oh, the humble potato! There are few foods as beloved as these root vegetables. Not to mention the diversity of dishes that feature potatoes as the star of the show! While more popular in certain cuisines, potatoes are consumed in pretty much every corner of the globe. To highlight the versatility of potatoes in world…