Entertainment near the Montcalm Hotels
London is an exciting and vibrant city to explore and whether you have been a handful of times or are a first time visitor looking for things to do, you will soon discover that London has plenty to offer. Most…
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
Visiting Hong Kong for the first time? Here’s what you need to know
Visiting Hong Kong for the first time? Here’s what you need to know! While one of the most exciting and alluring aspects of travel is broadening your horizons and leaving your comfort zone, traveling to a country where you don’t…
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…
Why You Need to Visit the University City of Cambridge
When it comes to peaceful and traditional British breaks, there are few better places to spend a few days than Cambridge, home to more than just a top university. Cambridge, located in the east of England, boasts a long and…
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…
Relax, Retire, Rejuvenate: Real Reasons People Keep Returning to Costa Rica
Photo credit: jorge.cancela Costa Rica via photopin (license) Ask any well-traveled person to list their top ten countries in North America and Costa Rica will be there. Of course, the country has its problems, but as a place to feel…
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…
Pre-Flight Checks: Remembering The Little Things Before You Fly
(Image Source) Going on a long trip can be one of the most exciting times in people’s lives. You get to see new sights and experience new things. But, you also have a lot to remember. Forgetting the wrong things…