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

England: Ultimate land of fun?

People often underestimate how much fun someone can have in Britain. For its citizens, it’s a place with overpriced transport, bad weather and the world’s third-most expensive city in which to live. For people overseas, it’s a place filled with…

Four unique ways to experience Amsterdam

Image (c) Grown-up Travel Guide Although it’s been a while since we wrote much about the place – and even longer since we visited – you know we love Amsterdam. There’s a lot of content on the site about the…

Inspiring trips you can take now you’re retired

Now that you’re finally retired, there’s nothing holding you back anymore! Make the most of your time by going on those foreign trips you’ve always dreamed of without having to worry about running out of annual leave, or having to…

Pacific Dreams: Pining for the Isle of Pines

Photo credit: Baie D’oro (Île Des Pins) via photopin (license) When you discover that the Isle of Pines is known as “The closest island to paradise” you get a pretty good idea about how visually stunning and inspiring the place…

The Best 3 Caribbean Islands to Visit on a Budget

Photo credit: Soufriere via photopin (license) Enjoying your Caribbean holiday needn’t be too expensive; there are plenty of awe-inspiring activities you can get up to without a hefty price tag. The Caribbean is a great place to enjoy the simpler…

How much would a movie road trip cost?

Many classic American movies centre around a road trip. Since the US contains over 4 million miles of road, it makes sense that the open road is often used as a setting. But how much would it cost to take…

Your Perfect San Diego Trip

Photo credit: Home via photopin (license) San Diego is one of America’s most beautiful cities. With clear skies, blue ocean waters and a temperature that everyone will enjoy, a trip to San Diego means that it’s time to relax. If…

Ten tips to avoid theft while travelling

Photo credit: Flow- Las Vegas airport via photopin (license) Whilst the chances remain small, you are clearly more prone to theft when travelling in a foreign country than if you stay at home. Having your wallet or purse snatched or…

Getting To Know Vienna

Vienna. Image source Austria’s capital Vienna is famous for its rich heritage, Imperial palaces and cosy coffee houses. The city is well known for its high quality of life. It has been selected among the most livable cities in the…