I recently travelled to London City Airport from Edinburgh Airport with British Airways. I knew at the time of booking my flights that I would be using a stairclimber to board and disembark the plane at London City Airport (LCY). It was no surprise to me. The website clearly stated it would be a stairclimber. That doesn’t mean I wasn’t dreading it. [Read more…] about London City Airport Special Assistance
Transportation
Driving a Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle (WAV) in the UK | AD
AD – This post is sponsored by Paddock Automotive
If you’re a wheelchair user and you’re looking into driving in the UK, there are some different options that you should consider. In this article, we’ll cover the different types of vehicle set-up that could work for you and take a look at how to choose the type of vehicle that will be the best fit for your particular lifestyle. [Read more…] about Driving a Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle (WAV) in the UK | AD
What To Do When Your Motability Scheme WAV Breaks Down
Just a few weeks ago I was living it up in Portugal with some of my favourite accessible travel bloggers. The trip and everyone who was part of it were all amazing and I can’t wait to share more about it very soon. Looking back on the trip, I have such fond memories of it all. Apart from the beginning. The beginning and what we like to call ‘Pre-Portugal’ was stressful and frustrating. [Read more…] about What To Do When Your Motability Scheme WAV Breaks Down
WheelEEZ® Beach Wheelchair Conversion Kit Makes Beach Days Accessible
Going to the beach is something a lot of people take for granted. For wheelchair users, going to the beach is difficult. The simple fact that sand and wheelchairs just don’t go. Well, that used to be the case. Now, beach days are possible thanks to amazing beach wheelchairs. They are popping up more and more at beaches all over. Recently I received a WheelEEZ® beach wheelchair conversion kit [Read more…] about WheelEEZ® Beach Wheelchair Conversion Kit Makes Beach Days Accessible
A Wheelchair Accessible 7 Night France & Spain Royal Caribbean Cruise
Steve and his daughter recently returned from a fantastic wheelchair accessible 7 night France and Spain Royal Caribbean Cruise. I’m excited that they wanted to share their experience of cruising for the first time in this guest post. Their holiday sounds incredible and it has definitely got me wanting to book my first cruise. Steve shares how they got on, what the wheelchair access was like, what they got up to and why he loved this wheelchair accessible Royal Caribbean Cruise. [Read more…] about A Wheelchair Accessible 7 Night France & Spain Royal Caribbean Cruise
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
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
3 Days In Amsterdam: A Wheelchair Users Travel Guide to Amsterdam
If you love European city breaks then you may want to consider a trip to Amsterdam. We recently travelled there for a three-night city break and had a great time exploring the beautiful Dutch city. I was pleasantly surprised at how wheelchair accessible Amsterdam is and the amazing tram system. [Read more…] about 3 Days In Amsterdam: A Wheelchair Users Travel Guide to Amsterdam
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)
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