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

6 of the best: Loire Valley castles

Photo credit: archer10 (Dennis) 101M Views France-001651 – Diane’s Garden & Château de Chenonceau via photopin (license) If you are touring the Loire Valley in France, or based in Paris, you can’t miss the incredible chateaux in the area. You…

Antarctica is now a wedding destination

Photo credit: ThoroughlyReviewed Glacier – via photopin (license) In the past, an Antarctica travel experience was available exclusively to intrepid travellers looking for a unique, breathtaking location off the beaten track. These days, anyone can travel to this remote…

The Best Luxury Safaris in Africa

If you’ve been dreaming of a luxury travel adventure to Africa, in search of magnificent wildlife sightings in the wild, consider these superb destinations below. Africa boasts great locations as can be seen in this luxury African safaris guide, but…

5 Ways to Earn Money Travelling the World

Was this the way you thought it was going to be?: The alarm goes off at 7:00, brush teeth and hair, quick cup of coffee – then the endless hamster wheel of commute, work, commute, bed. If you thrive on…

India – a land for the adventurous

Photo credit: sandeepachetan.com Konkan Railway train ride in Maharashtra via photopin (license) India has been described as an incredible country and truly lives up to its reputation. From the lofty peaks of the Himalayas in the north to its southernmost…

Reasons to visit Hokkaido in the Summer

Photo credit: airfund Lake Shikotsu via photopin (license) Hokkaido may not be the first destination most people have in mind when they think of visiting Japan in the summer. Known for being a winter sports destination, Hokkaido gets most of…

4 Quirkiest Bars in Melbourne

Melbourne’s nightlife is nothing like anything else in the world. From sexy Jazz clubs to comic lounges, to island-vibe tiki bars, there’s something for everybody — even the ones with the quirkiest tastes. So if you’re looking for a little…

5 stunning sights in incredible India

There’s no doubt about it, India is one of the places a curious traveller just has to visit. It’s a feast for the senses and nobody ever comes back unaffected. With so many sights to see and experiences to be…

Speakeasy Bars You Need to Visit in Malaysia

Photo credit: pablocba Vista de las Petronas via photopin (license) When you are driving around Kuala Lumpur, cruising down the streets with your MPV, where do you go first? Some tourists who opt to drive themselves around rather than hire…