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At Grownup Travels, we believe in the kind of travel where you bring home stories, not souvenirs. We are up for adventures with rough edges but soft landings, accommodations that are unique or boutique, and the kind of cultural experiences that make your travels truly memorable. Read some of our latest articles below, scroll down to browse a destination that interests you, or visit our photo galleries that are sure to fuel your wanderlust.
Avoiding the Amazon’s “Tiny 5”
Africa has their 'Big Five', the 5 most coveted animals to spot and photograph when you are on safari: lion, leopard, elephant, rhino and the cape buffalo, considered to be the most dangerous of all. But the Amazon has an entirely different group of dangerous...
Hangovers and the Art of Negotiation
The Art: A ceramic statuette from Cancun, Mexico The Story: When I heard about a large local arts and crafts market in the town of Cancun, I couldn't resist the opportunity to see a little of what the artisans had to offer, so I headed into town, still hungover from...
6 Essential Travel Tips For Visiting Colombia
Although I did a fair bit of 'pre-Colombian' trip planning before heading off for 22 days of exploring this beautiful and diverse country, there's no substitute for actually going somewhere when it comes to helpful travel tips. So here are 6 essential travel tips for...
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