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Local Experiences

We know you want to do more than scratch the surface of a destination. That’s why our local experiences give you fascinating insights into the lives of real Europeans, while supporting the communities you visit.

Red-haired girl walking on the meadow

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A woman admiring lemons on the tree

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A group of young people on the background of street art

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Tourists on the boat taking a selfie

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A man preparing ingredients for cooking

Porto, Portugal

Make Portuguese custard tarts in the home of a local.

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Woman dancing flamenco on the stage

Barcelona, Spain

Witness a traditional flamenco show in Barcelona followed by tapas.

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Tourists going by boat along the water canal in the city

Amsterdam, Netherlands

Cruise around the canals of Amsterdam as you captain your own electric boat.

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Ingredients for cooking on a wooden table

Cinque Terre, Italy

Learn how to make pesto with the locals in the spectacular Cinque Terre.

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A smiling girl on a bicycle

Nice, France

Take an e-bike tour to an organic vineyard in the hills above Nice.

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People making toast in the vineyard

Tuscany, Italy

Taste chianti and meet the locals at a 16th century winery in Tuscany.

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