My 4 day trip to Barcelona was full of beautiful sunshine, roasty toasty temperatures, lots of delicious vegan food and visiting stunning Gaudí masterpieces. After visiting for the first time last year, I knew I wouldn’t be disappointed when I visited again. [Read more…] about 4 Days in Barcelona Itinerary: The Ultimate Guide to Wheelchair Accessible Barcelona
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5 Reasons Why You’d Love A Stay At Holiday Inn Manchester
Just last month we stayed at Holiday Inn Manchester for the second time in five months. We loved our second stay just as much if not more than the first. Both occasions were planned trips for gigs we were attending at the O2 Apollo and O2 Ritz. Here are just 5 of the things that made us love Holiday Inn Manchester and why I think you’ll love them too. We also filmed a little vlog of our trip so check it out at the end. [Read more…] about 5 Reasons Why You’d Love A Stay At Holiday Inn Manchester
Happy Four Year Blogiversary! + 4 Random Facts About Me
Happy Four Year Blogiversary to Simply Emma!
Four years. Can you believe it? To be honest, I’m not quite sure if I can believe it. It is crazy to think that the 19th October 2014 was the day I finally decided to jump into the world of blogging. [Read more…] about Happy Four Year Blogiversary! + 4 Random Facts About Me
Blairgowrie Holiday Park: The Perfect Wheelchair Accessible Caravan Holiday
If you’re looking for an affordable caravan holiday in the beautiful Perthshire area of Scotland, then I know just the place for you. If you want a comfortable and accessible base with peaceful surroundings but close to restaurants, shops and things to do then Blairgowrie Holiday Park could be the perfect wheelchair accessible caravan holiday for you. [Read more…] about Blairgowrie Holiday Park: The Perfect Wheelchair Accessible Caravan Holiday
Planning a Trip Abroad as a Mobility Scooter User
So you’re planning to go away, but are wondering what your options are? You may be wondering about the differences which come with travelling on a mobility scooter rather than in a wheelchair. [Read more…] about Planning a Trip Abroad as a Mobility Scooter User
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
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
Calvert Trust Kielder: The Straker Chalet – Accessible Holiday Review
Calvert Trust Kielder is an amazing place and if you have read about my previous stay there, then you will know why I love it so much and have returned to stay at The Straker Chalet. The last time we visited Calvert Trust it was mid-November and it was freezing. This time we were booked for March, but due to the extremely bad weather and heavy snow, the holiday was cancelled. [Read more…] about Calvert Trust Kielder: The Straker Chalet – Accessible Holiday Review
Premier Inn Manchester Bury | Wheelchair Accessible Hotel in Manchester
Last month we headed down to Manchester for a two-night stay at Premier Inn Manchester Bury. The reason for our trip was to see the Foo Fighters at Etihad Stadium. Despite the hotel not being super close to the stadium we found staying at this hotel worked out great for us. Let me share my thoughts and experience from my stay in a wheelchair accessible room at Premier Inn Manchester Bury. [Read more…] about Premier Inn Manchester Bury | Wheelchair Accessible Hotel in Manchester