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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.
Vacations are easy – travelling is a WORKOUT!
Before Zumba, there was Jane Fonda’s Workout Record. And before backpacking for two months carrying a 40 pound load on my back, that album became my 80's version of a ‘personal trainer’. Thirty years ago, I went on my first big travel adventure – a 2-month long...
50 is the new 35
"My goal is to visit 50 countries before I'm 30!" the young woman declared. "How old are you now?" I asked. "23", she responded, "and I've already done 19." I didn't know whether to feel jealous or merely ancient. At that moment, I felt both. I was in the travel...
The other ‘Stars’ of the Serengeti
After all the afternoons spent straining your eyes in search of the Serengeti's celebrated lions, cheetahs, zebras and giraffes, take a moment in the evening to look up for a celestial display that is equally eye-popping. There are millions of reasons why you should...
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