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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…
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Welcome the New Year in style: Top 5 European cities to celebrate in
New Year’s Eve is a night of untold revelry the world over, and Europe is certainly no exception. Having travelled all around the continent, Expat Explore has come across quite a few cities that really know how to throw down when the ball drops for the New Year on 31 December. Even though New Year’s…
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Treat Santa and the kids to the best cookies around the world
Decadent smells fill the air, the oven glow warms the room, and the first bite of that perfectly crispy freshly baked cookie is calling your name. There’s nothing quite like tasting a fresh cookie but preparing them can often be just as satisfying and fun. That’s why, to celebrate the annual Bake Cookies Day on…
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Treat the family to the world’s top Christmas attractions
Isn’t Christmas just the most magical time of the year? From time off to time with loved ones and time-old traditions, it’s just about time to start Ho-Ho-Hoping for the perfect holiday season! Whether you’re spending it with family or friends, in the snow or the sun, nothing beats that special magic of the festive…
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Discover the world’s best winemaking regions
If you’re a foodie, there’s no doubt in your mind that discovering local food and wine is one of the most exciting parts of travelling. Wine tourism (also known as Eno-tourism) involves visiting vineyards, wine tasting and experiencing local winemaking culture. This is a great form of food tourism whether you are a connoisseur, want…
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Top European cities that are literally green
World Tourism Day, celebrated on 27 September, is an annual observance that is meant to raise awareness for the positive social, political, cultural and economic effects of global tourism. Each year, a theme is selected for World Tourism Day, and this year it honours “Tourism and Green Investments”. To celebrate, open up your travel wish…
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Where to celebrate International Beer Day around the world
International Beer Day, celebrated annually on the first Friday in August, is the perfect opportunity to discover the wonderful cities around the world where beer is a staple and part of the way of life. Do you want to celebrate this International Beer Day in a far-off location that serves the best beer in the…
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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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Rhine River wine tasting experience
Along the banks of the Rhine river lies a stretch of UNESCO protected land, the Rhine Gorge. The Rhine is home to amazing castles, quaint German towns and, of course, some of the finest vineyards in all of Europe. Expat Explore offers a number of tours that visit the beautiful Rhine Valley! The fantastic wine tasting…
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Exploring Europe’s most spectacular theatres
Few places in the world offer a cultural holiday experience quite the same way that Europe does. Wonderful cities are filled with world-famous theatres, museums and art galleries. Listening to one of Mozarts symphonies performed on stage in Vienna or watching one of Shakespeare’s plays in the hallowed halls of the Globe Theatre in London…