Just like that, September has been and gone in a blink of an eye. That could only mean Halloween, Bonfire night and the BIG C…Christmas is just around the corner. It also means that the cold weather is now upon us and I’m really not ready for that. I’m not looking forward to being frozen, wearing a million layers [Read more…] about Things I’ve Loved In September | #9
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Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Special Assistance – Travelling With A Disability
Our trip to Amsterdam seems like a distant memory now but was only a few months ago. I never planned on reviewing my experience of Amsterdam Airport Schiphol special assistance, but I want to share my thoughts on how good I found the service. I also thought it would be good to follow on from my review of Edinburgh Airport special assistance from the same trip. [Read more…] about Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Special Assistance – Travelling With A Disability
Things I’ve Loved In August | #8
August is already over, so it’s time to share a few of the things I’ve loved this past month. Like July, we haven’t been travelling much, but in the next few days we will be flying off for a city break and I can’t wait. August has been a mixed bag of good times, poor health, and big moments. So let’s get on with the things I’ve loved in August. [Read more…] about Things I’ve Loved In August | #8
Edinburgh Airport Special Assistance – Travelling With A Disability
Living in Central Scotland means that I’m bang smack in the middle and conveniently placed to travel from two main Scottish airports; Edinburgh and Glasgow. Edinburgh airport is usually my first preference though and the airport I chose when travelling to Amsterdam recently. I know many disabled people may be interested to know what assistance is available when travelling to/from Edinburgh Airport. [Read more…] about Edinburgh Airport Special Assistance – Travelling With A Disability
Adapting Vehicles to Become Wheelchair Accessible
Wheelchair accessible vehicles (WAVs) have become increasingly common on the roads and this is fantastic because they can transform the lives of those that require the use of a wheelchair. Public transportation can be challenging when you are a wheelchair user, but a WAV allows you to travel easily, [Read more…] about Adapting Vehicles to Become Wheelchair Accessible
Things I’ve loved in July | #7
July has been another busy month and non-stop at Simply Emma HQ. There has been no travelling as such, but we have had a few fun days out and celebrations to keep the excitement alive. I’m looking forward to what August has in store, but first, let me share the things I’ve loved in July. [Read more…] about Things I’ve loved in July | #7
The One Where We Visit FriendsFest Glasgow
Last Sunday we met up with our friend Andrew and his Iittle girl to spend the day at FriendsFest. FriendsFest is the only touring festival of its kind dedicated to thrilling thousands of fans of the hit US TV show FRIENDS. We arrived at Victoria Park in Glasgow along with the rain. [Read more…] about The One Where We Visit FriendsFest Glasgow
Things I’ve loved in June | #6
Can you believe it’s July already? It seems the months are flying in and June was no exception. We got to travel a bit more and see lots of bands in June so that was really cool. Despite how busy it’s been, it has also been a great month and I’ve thoroughly enjoyed it. Let’s get straight to the things I’ve loved in June. [Read more…] about Things I’ve loved in June | #6
Guest Post: Wheelchair Access and Disability Mediation
Ryan Compton, Director of Centre for Resolution is guest posting today with advice on what to do when you are denied wheelchair access to services, what to do in those situations and why disability mediation may be an effective solution. [Read more…] about Guest Post: Wheelchair Access and Disability Mediation
Things I’ve loved in May | #5
This months ‘Things I’ve loved’ post is a little later than usual. I usually like to have it posted on the last day of the month, but for the first time since I started this little series, I’ve not managed to have it ready in time. The days leading up to the end of the month were pretty hectic and on the last day of the month, we actually flew to Amsterdam. [Read more…] about Things I’ve loved in May | #5