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
Travel Tips
Top Tips For Visiting Edinburgh’s Christmas Markets In A Wheelchair
Last weekend we continued our Christmas celebrations with a day out in Edinburgh filled with all sorts of festive fun. As you know Edinburgh is a popular destination to visit no matter what time of year, so we prepared ourselves for the craziness that would be visiting Edinburgh’s Christmas Market in a wheelchair. Everyone loves a Christmas market it seems. Despite how busy it could get, we wanted to soak up the Christmas atmosphere and enjoy a nice family day out. I also wanted to try something I’ve never done before. [Read more…] about Top Tips For Visiting Edinburgh’s Christmas Markets In A Wheelchair
An Accessible City Guide To Barcelona
Last month I visited Barcelona for the very first time. Although I knew I was going to love it, I didn’t expect to fall completely in love with the city as much as I did. Worthy of its title as one of the best European cities as well as being one of the most wheelchair accessible. [Read more…] about An Accessible City Guide To Barcelona
MICs Sant Jordi: The Most Accessible and Stylish Apartment in Barcelona
Barcelona was a destination that sat anxiously on my travel bucket list for such a long time. Every year it would creep further up the list until it couldn’t go any further. So I was delighted when Turisme de Barcelona invited me on a press trip to explore the accessibility of the city. I knew we were in for a memorable trip after hearing so many [Read more…] about MICs Sant Jordi: The Most Accessible and Stylish Apartment in Barcelona
6 Cities I Really Need To Visit Again
There’s nothing quite like the feeling of setting off on an adventure to somewhere new. Whether that be via trains, planes and automobiles (favourite movie plug). I just love visiting new places, making special memories and really taking in what the destination has to offer. [Read more…] about 6 Cities I Really Need To Visit Again
Glampotel Dundas Castle: Is Glamping really wheelchair accessible?
Just a short drive from Scotland’s new Queensferry Crossing and nestled amongst the woodland within the grounds of Dundas Castle, you will find the luxury glamping site of Glampotel Dundas Castle. This rural spot makes for the most tranquil and romantic getaway with nothing [Read more…] about Glampotel Dundas Castle: Is Glamping really wheelchair accessible?
Is travelling First Class on Virgin Trains Wheelchair Accessible
Last month we travelled to London to see the mighty Kings of Leon at BST Hyde Park festival as well as doing a few tourist things too. We didn’t particularly want to fly or drive so we looked into going by train instead. I had never experienced a train journey longer than 40 minutes so I was interested to see what it would be like travelling [Read more…] about Is travelling First Class on Virgin Trains Wheelchair Accessible
5 Ways To Be a Tourist in Your Hometown as a Wheelchair User
Being a tourist in your hometown is a great way to see it from a whole new perspective. We are so used to going about our daily routines that we become unaware of what’s actually around us. Always wishing to go on that perfect holiday to escape the daily grind that we forget to notice and appreciate the little things that are right on our doorsteps. [Read more…] about 5 Ways To Be a Tourist in Your Hometown as a Wheelchair User
3 Days in Vienna: Ultimate City Guide to Vienna for Wheelchair Users
Vienna had been on my travel bucket list for such a long time so when I finally visited this beautiful city just over a month ago, it felt all the more special. We spent four nights in Vienna, which gave us three days to explore and see the sights. I wish we had stayed longer as we ran out of time to do everything we wanted. [Read more…] about 3 Days in Vienna: Ultimate City Guide to Vienna for Wheelchair Users
Guest Post: UK Destinations that are Wheelchair Friendly
It can be so annoying when you’re planning a trip in the UK when you need the place to be accessible to you. It can be so frustrating, especially when you would love to see something in your own country, yet can’t because of stairways, toilets and tools that are simply not at the venue/destination. There are 10 million people in the UK with disabilities, and yet [Read more…] about Guest Post: UK Destinations that are Wheelchair Friendly