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

Celebrate Halloween in New York

Summer temperatures are rising, but autumn is just around the corner. Autumn in New York may be a terrible movie, but it is a wonderful idea for a holiday. As one of the most atmospheric cities in the world –…

6 Must-Dos Before Embarking on Your Flight

Photo credit: ruimc77 Aeromexico E190 (MEX) via photopin (license) Everyone wants a hassle-free vacation, as this is usually the only time that they are able to get away from all the stress and drama in the city. Having a checklist…

Best Family Attractions in Paris

Paris is one of the most visited places in the world. However, when you are with kids, it is important to remember that Paris can also be overwhelmingly packed. The idea should be to avoid the museums on a Wednesday…

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…