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

The Most Beautiful Casinos in Europe

Photo credit: Kay Gaensler Wiesbaden 08 – Kurhaus via photopin (license) Gambling in Europe differs a great deal from what you’ll see overseas. First of all, Europe is the cradle of online gambling – it’s home to some of the…

Exploring Iceland’s Quirky Side

Image source Iceland is without a doubt one of the most beautiful countries in the world. Black sand beaches, glaciers, volcanoes, geysers and stunning wildlife typify the Icelandic experience and it is well worth seeking out the country’s many excellent…

Have A (Meat) Ball In New Tuscany

Think of a beefy lasagna dish with a layer of melting cheese on top and add a glass of deep red wine on the side to complete the image. You are on holiday. Where would you need to go to…

Tips for your first holiday with a new partner

Photo credit: spinster cardigan from here on via photopin (license) There are a few exciting milestones that are common among many relationships. Saying those three little words, moving in together, buying a pet… They vary from couple to couple, but…

Discovering Dubai: 5 Unmissable Attractions

The ultramodern city of Dubai aims to do things bigger and bolder than anywhere else on the planet. This is the kind of place that screams luxury from the rooftops with its plush hotels, grand skyscrapers and state of the…

Best brunch spots in Abu Dhabi

Photo credit: Robert Haandrikman Sky Line of Abu Dhabi via photopin (license) Finding yourself in Abu Dhabi, one of the most stylish beauty spots in the world, means being spoilt for choice when it comes to thrilling and fulfilling new…

5 Tips to Help Unplug from Work While on Vacation

Photo credit: functoruser unplugging the machine via photopin (license) In a world where our lives revolve around technology, it is difficult to completely separate ourselves from these devices, even when we know we are supposed to be on vacation. The…

Travel tips for budget travellers

Do you long to travel the world, but feel you need to wait for greater financial stability before doing so? Do you feel the pull of far-off places, but worry that your current financial situation makes exciting travel an impossibility?…