Andy Higgs

Andy Higgs

I know what it's like to go from being a crazy backpacker without a care in the world, via being a vaguely sensible parent to being an adventurer once more. In other words, evolving into a Grown-up Traveller. Like everyone else, I love to travel, have visited a lot of countries and all that but my big thing is Africa. I also own and run The Grown-up Travel Company as a travel designer creating personalised African itineraries for experienced adventurers

Awesome Things to do in 2019

Photo credit: Marine Explorer Aquaman #marineexplorer via photopin (license) With 2019 on the horizon, it is time to start developing plans to make it as memorable as possible. Here are some activities choicely picked out for the free spirits and…

Relaxing Destinations for a Scenic & Tranquil Break

Photo credit: soma-samui.com Koh Samui Chaweng Beach Center サムイ島チャウエンビーチ中央 (3) via photopin (license) Sometimes all it takes to make some sense of life is a vacation in a scenic and peaceful place. Here are some of the most relaxed destinations…

Top 5 Ski Locations in Europe

Europe has some fantastic ski locations, and there are a lot of popular places where you can hit the piste in the winter season. The ski locations that offer the best experience for travellers are located in Austria, France, Italy,…

Europe’s Best Party Cities

There are many reasons to visit Europe. Beautiful beaches, snowy mountains, stunning historical architecture and modern, cosmopolitan cities – this continent has it all. It is also home to many famous party destinations and yearly music festivals that attract revelers…

Two Grown-Up Bachelorette Party Ideas

Photo credit: nan palmero Szechenyi Spa Baths Panorama via photopin (license) So, you’re engaged to be married to the person you love the most in the world; this means there is one very important thing you need to plan –…

Must-Know Facts About The Air Carrier Access Act

Photo credit: torbus No Face via photopin (license) The Air Carrier Access Act is an act that prohibits commercial airlines from discriminating against passengers with disabilities. The Department of Transportation has a rule defining the rights of their disabled passengers…