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A deep dive into the most iconic American pizza styles
Since the 19th Century when pizza was brought to the USA by Italian immigrants, it has become a favourite all across America. It’s such a popular dish that many American pizza styles exist in different states. Partly based on available ingredients but mostly a reflection of the area’s people, culture and taste, each variation features…
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ETIAS & ETA: Everything you need to know
When planning your upcoming trip to Europe or the UK, you may hear the letters “ETIAS” and “ETA” more often. The ETIAS program is a new European visa-waiver travel authorisation system, which will be implemented in 2026. Similarly, the ETA program is a UK visa-waver travel authorisation system which began implementation in 2023. To help…
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Discover the world’s top Chinatowns this Chinese New Year
Every year, the Lunar New Year, or Chinese New Year as it’s better known, introduces the beginning of the lunisolar Chinese calendar with a bang. While the date changes every year based on the moon, this year Chinese New Year will occur on 29 January. Just like any other New Year, it comes with celebrations…
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Top Food Festivals Around the World
If there’s one thing that brings the diverse people of the world together, it’s great food! And since food is often the key to unlocking insights about other cultures, why not take a trip to discover food festivals around the world? From celebrating unique dishes to turning food into a sport, these interesting food festivals…
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A travel guide to South African wine
Africa may not exactly be synonymous with rolling vineyards, but you’ll be surprised at the wine industry that is found along the southern reaches of the continent. In fact, the South African wine industry is among the largest producers of wine in the world. All the more reason why you simply have to make a…
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When to book a guided tour for the best travel deals
Booking a tour to a new destination or getting ready to revisit an old favourite is an exciting time! With new cultures to experience, sights to see, and even unique foods to try, there’s so much to look forward to. But sometimes, finding the perfect time to book a trip to the world’s top destinations…
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Embark on the best Valentine’s Day date around the world
Valentine’s Day is the perfect opportunity to treat someone you love to a special gift or experience they can treasure for the rest of their lives. And what better gift than the experience of travel? That’s why Expat Explore has compiled the best date spots around the world based on the most common treats or…
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Top International Film Festivals for Movie Lovers
Cinephiles, this one’s for you! If you’re one of those travellers who always knows which films were shot at the destinations you visit, or have a film destination bucket list, Expat Explore has just the list for you. We’ve compiled a film festival guide so you can merge your love of film with travel! Read…
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Where to get your fill of the best crêpes
When most people think of France, food often comes to mind. (Did someone say the home of the best crêpes? No? Just us?) And it’s no surprise why! Often hailed as the founding nation of some of the world’s most widely used cooking techniques, the French know a thing or two about exceptional cuisine. This…
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Top 5 Places in Europe to visit in February
February is a fantastic (and highly underrated!) time to visit Europe. While the winter weather may still be crisp and chilly, there are a number of unmissable events and festivals taking place in incredible destinations that are sure to warm you up! From the celebrations of carnival season to the romance of Valentine’s Day, travelling…