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Best destinations for English-speaking travellers to visit
Travelling is meant to be an enriching experience. Seeing new cultures, experiencing different climates and landscapes, and hearing foreign languages are all part of the magic. This way, you get to broaden your horizons and expand your understanding of the world and those who live in it. But, sometimes, language barriers are so big that…
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10 of the best destinations for a winter holiday to Europe
December in the Northern Hemisphere is a winter wonderland! It’s the season of Christmas markets, twinkling lights, cosy fires and ice-skating rinks. Winter is truly a fantastic time to visit destinations across Europe! From the festivities in Amsterdam and snowy Switzerland to tasty treats in Belgium, picture-perfect Austria and the Christmas charm in Italy, Europe has…
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How to spend two days in Amsterdam!
Magda Lombard, a South African travel blogger, is a true explorer at heart. She joined an Expat Explore Christmas & New Years Tour and shared some of her experiences of two days in Amsterdam and first impressions of the Netherlands with us! Magda is a corporate lawyer from Gordon’s Bay, near Cape Town, in South Africa.…
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13 Glorious Reasons why a Winter Holiday to Europe is the best idea ever!
Autumn and Winter are on the horizon in the Northern Hemisphere. In most popular areas in Europe, the summer crowds will start to leave for home, and the locals will be getting ready for the winter cold. September to November brings a travel season known as ‘Shoulder Season’. It’s a combination of peak season and…
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Holland at its best! Dutch Cheese & Clogs making experience at Clara Maria Family Farm
The Netherlands is just over half the size of Scotland. A small country with big ambitions and world-famous icons such as Sinterklaas, Queens day, Delft Blue earthenware, mills, bicycles and of course, cheese and clogs. Clara Maria is one of the included experiences on Expat Explore tours that travel to Amsterdam. Located in Amstelveen, south-west of…
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Cruising Amsterdam’s Canals
One of the best ways of seeing the charming city of Amsterdam is to catch a canal cruise. I recently spent an unforgettable evening messing about in boats on the canals of Amsterdam as part of our Europe Jewel tour, and discovered a whole new side to the city. Read on for details! As the…
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Foods of the World: Cheese!
Europeans have a thing for cheese. And why not? Some of the best cheese-producing countries in the world can be found in Europe, including France (of course), Italy, Switzerland, Great Britain and the Netherlands. Read on to find out more about cheese and the best places to try it on our Europe coach tours. What…
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Romance Blossoms in Europe
Our wide and varied range of Europe Comfort Tours offers an unparalleled opportunity for our guests to see the sights of Europe in style. Touring in a luxury, air-conditioned coach, guests enjoy good quality hotel accommodation with breakfast and dinner included. Plus, an Expat Explore tour leader is always on hand to ensure that your…