26th of October? Suckers! It says the 24th on our tickets… Image (c) Andy Higgs, Grown-up Travel Guide Luck is a funny thing. Sometimes you have it, more often it eludes you. On this occasion, I could scarcely believe my…
It’s impossible to consider the history of South America without mentioning its pre-Columbian civilizations and indigenous people who made a lasting impact on modern culture and left their mark on the landscape. Indeed this prehistoric history is one of the…
This is a guest post by Allison DeWale Anyone who has ever found a rugged oyster on the shore has opened it with anticipation – is there a pearl inside? While the vast majority of beachcombers are disappointed to find their…
In response to numerous appeals from first-time visitors to various destinations we’ve caved in to the pressure and decided to publish a series of articles highlighting the popular sights actually worth your time in a given city. The tourist traps,…
For someone who travels a lot, I don’t mind admitting that I am awful at packing light. No matter how I try to keep to the minimum of luggage, I just can’t do it, even for a weekend away I…
Today sees the start of another new series; this time the plan is to cover weekend breaks; but rather than provide tips on what to see and do these will be written after a specific experience – more like a…
This is a guest post by Craig Gilhooly with additional material by Andy Higgs In response to numerous appeals from first-time visitors to various destinations we’ve caved in to the pressure and decided to publish a series of articles highlighting the…
Almost 18 months since the protests in Tunisia set off a chain of events which became known as the Arab Spring, each of the affected countries in the Middle East and North Africa is facing its own challenges and opportunities. Many…
International travel remains one of the most popular past times in the world, despite the increasing challenges posed by the global economy. It is also an activity that has many pitfalls, however, especially for younger and less experienced travellers who…
This is a guest post by Nekla Hamin Ho Chi Minh (pronounced “hoe chee min”) City is today the largest city in the country of Vietnam. The city itself has a long and fascinating history, from humble beginnings as a quiet…
This is a guest post by Serena Carlton Historic Barcelona, Spain is a marvel of ancient, Medieval, Renaissance, Baroque and even Victorian architecture, with roots in the Roman Empire and a timeline of art history that reached its infamous pinnacle with…
This is a guest post by Jake Massy Continuing our focus on Australia we bring you a guide to the vineyards of New South Wales. Tuscany. Bordeaux. Napa Valley. And now – Hunter Valley? You might not have expected that, but…