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Travel Friendships: Tips on making friends when travelling solo to finding your soulmate on tour
Of all the things travellers do on tour, creating travel friendships and forming relationships is one of the most special things you can enjoy. With International Friendship Day coming up on 30 July, it is a great time to celebrate travel and friendship! Group tours offer travellers a number of benefits. You get to see…
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Happy Earth Day: Top 7 eco-friendly cities in Europe
Our Earth is an incredible place filled with impressive natural scenery, biodiversity and ecological systems that have been millennia in the making. These days, we are learning more and more about the importance of protecting our planet. Every year on 22 April, we celebrate Earth Day. This is an annual event and a day of…
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Ring in spring with the weirdest spring equinox traditions around Europe
Every year, Europe says goodbye to the long and arduous winter to welcome the fresh, clean air of spring. From fabulous flowers in bloom to lovely, moderate temperatures, Europe seems to come alive when the frost flees. But with the arrival of spring, some European countries go the extra mile to celebrate and leave the…
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5 Must-see locations in Greece
Greece has long been a top destination for travellers all over the world. Offering an exciting mix of old and new, Greece is just waiting to be explored! Greece offers ancient wonders, magnificent landscapes, delicious cuisine and vibrant culture. This is a country with something for everyone. Greece is home to both the mainland (there…
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Everything you need to know about room sharing
A common question the Expat Explore Customer Service team receives is about the accommodation and room sharing on our group tours. Expat Explore’s group tours are a fantastic option for travellers looking for fun, convenient and affordable ways to see more of the world. A huge part of bringing our travellers quality tours that offer…
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3 Great Reasons to visit Amsterdam
The city of Amsterdam in the Netherlands is one of Europe’s most popular cities! This is why we choose to include it on so many of our tours. This is a vibrant city that is full of attractions, colour, art and Dutch culture. Here are Expat Explore‘s three favourite reasons to visit Amsterdam: Amsterdam is…
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Share the love at the world’s best flower markets this Valentine’s Day
Nature was kind enough to give us many beautiful decorations that add some colour and life to the world around us. One such decoration is as timelessly beautiful as it is intricate and elegant. There’s a reason why flowers are often used as a symbol of love and affection. One close look at a flower…
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Sink your teeth into the top cheeses on each continent
Not to be cheesy but no matter the colour, texture, or level of maturity, there’s a special place for every type of cheese in our hearts (and stomachs)! Whether they’re soft and smooth or hard with holes, cheese can either be the perfect snack, the foundation of a party platter, or the star ingredient of…
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When are the best times to see Japan’s top attractions?
Japan is a breathtaking island country with vibrant culture, ancient traditions, delicious cuisine and some of the world’s top travel attractions! But with so many sights to see across so many seasons, deciding when to visit and see your bucket-list sights can be challenging. That’s why Expat Explore has compiled this list of Japan’s top…
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January to February is winter festival time in Europe
Europe becomes an even more magical place when the new year rolls around. With many regions enjoying time off, cooler weather and even some seasonal snowfall, it’s no wonder that the Europeans take to winter festivals like tourists to Europe! That’s why Expat Explore has rounded up our top European festivals to check out around…