It’s been a while since our last trip to Aberdeen, so we were looking forward to heading to the Granite City again, all be a whistle-stop tour. Nonetheless, we were excited to stay at our first Park Inn hotel and attend the Joe Bonamassa gig at the Aberdeen Exhibition and Conference Centre (AECC). Park Inn by Radisson Aberdeen Hotel did not disappoint [Read more…] about Where to Stay in Aberdeen: Park Inn by Radisson Aberdeen Hotel
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Guest Post: Travelling Into The Unknown
Nath from The Wheelchair Traveller recently interviewed me for his brand new Traveloholic Interview series. I loved answering his travel questions which you can read here. I’ve also loved reading and keeping up to date with his travel diary posts so much that I asked Nath if he would like to guest post on Simply Emma. He very kindly agreed and I’m excited to share Nath’s guest post with you today where he talks about his experience [Read more…] about Guest Post: Travelling Into The Unknown
Crowne Plaza Glasgow | Hotel Review
Our first hotel stay of 2018 was at the Crowne Plaza Glasgow and we couldn’t have picked a better hotel to kick-start the new year. This trip perfectly joined up with the Paramore gig we were attending at the SSE Hydro the same night. It was a fantastic weekend. I’ve had my eye on the Crowne Plaza Glasgow hotel for quite a while having heard so many great things about the wheelchair accessible guest rooms. So I was more than intrigued to find out for myself how accessible the Crowne Plaza Glasgow is for wheelchair users. [Read more…] about Crowne Plaza Glasgow | Hotel Review
5 Top Tips: How To Look After A Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle (WAV)
What do you love the most about getting a new wheelchair accessible vehicle (WAV)? Is it the excitement of getting the latest make and model? Having a car that is adapted for you? The way it drives or how brand spanky new it looks? In the beginning, you will be keen to keep it looking new by ensuring its clean and tidy at all times. As times goes by the novelty of having your WAV soon wears off. Like most things, and you may gradually stop looking after it as well. Instead of continually buying the ‘new car’ air freshener in the hopes of making it smell like it’s new again, why not try these [Read more…] about 5 Top Tips: How To Look After A Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle (WAV)
Guest Post: Going On ‘The Undateables’ Helped Me To Realise I Wasn’t Undateable
Valentines Day is almost upon us and for most people, it’s a day to show your significant other how much you love them. A day for ‘in-love’ couples so to speak. When in reality we have 365 days in the year to do just that. However, many people often think that disabled people don’t date, don’t have relationships, don’t love or be loved. Although that really couldn’t be further from the truth. The Undateables is a Channel 4 TV series that sets out to prove that disabled people do all of the above and more. Its a dating show for disabled people and it follows them [Read more…] about Guest Post: Going On ‘The Undateables’ Helped Me To Realise I Wasn’t Undateable
NorthLink Ferries: Crossing The North Sea In A Wheelchair Accessible Cabin
Back in October my Mum and I set sail across the North Sea on NorthLink Ferries MV Hrossey. The trip was with a few of my fellow Euan’s Guide Ambassadors and took us on a journey from Aberdeen to Lerwick in the Shetland Islands. Both my mum and I had never been to Shetland before so we jumped at the chance when invited by the amazing guys at Euan’s Guide. [Read more…] about NorthLink Ferries: Crossing The North Sea In A Wheelchair Accessible Cabin
6 Top Tips: How To Choose The Best Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle (WAV)
Choosing a vehicle to suit your disability or circumstances can be difficult as there are many factors to consider. Some people may find it easier than others, but it’s very important to try and think long term. This is especially important if, like me, your disability or wheelchair is likely to change over a few years. I’ve had many wheelchair accessible vehicles throughout my life so I thought I’d share my top tips on how to choose the best wheelchair accessible vehicle (WAV). [Read more…] about 6 Top Tips: How To Choose The Best Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle (WAV)
My Top 5 Worst And Scariest Accessible Travel Moments
Travel is one of my favourite things to do. I’ve had some amazing opportunities and visited incredible destinations as a wheelchair user. It was exciting when I recently shared my top 5 best travel moments of 2017, but we know things aren’t always rosy and things can and will go wrong no matter how prepared we are. Therefore I’d like to share with you those unplanned for and sometimes scary situations with my top 5 worst and scariest accessible travel moments. [Read more…] about My Top 5 Worst And Scariest Accessible Travel Moments
My Top 5 Best Travel Moments of 2017
What a year 2017 has been. There were highs and lows, but I’m happy it’s been one of our best for travel. We’ve visited both old and new places, gained new experiences and created so many memories. Isn’t that what it’s all about? With the end of the year only a day away, I thought it would be fun to share my top 5 best travel moments of 2017 with you. [Read more…] about My Top 5 Best Travel Moments of 2017
Airhouses Review | Luxury Self Catering Lodges in Scottish Borders
This year has been one of the best in terms of amazing trips both in Scotland and abroad. We’ve enjoyed both slow and fast paced trips. So we decided to end the year with our final trip of 2017 being one to unwind and recharge our batteries. Having enjoyed a few long weekends here before we knew Airhouses would do just that. [Read more…] about Airhouses Review | Luxury Self Catering Lodges in Scottish Borders