Have Wheelchair Will Travel

TURNING THE VOYEUR INTO THE TRAVELLER

If my son BJ could have any super power, I suspect he’d want teleportation – the ability to magically transport himself from one place to another. BJ (pictured below) has cerebral palsy and has … [Read More...]

BOOKING AN ACCESSIBLE HOLIDAY

In which order do you book a holiday? Do you see a cheap airfare and book it, then try and fit the rest of the holiday around it? We’re not that spontaneous, unless it is a destination we’ve … [Read More...]

21 Excellent Adventures – Have Wheelchair Will Travel

When it became clear that BJ would need a wheelchair as his main mode of mobility there was a feeling of being limited. I was worried that BJ wouldn’t experience all the things I’d imagined we’d do as … [Read More...]

WHAT TO DO AT ULURU – ACCESSIBLE EXPERIENCES

If you’re yet to visit Uluru you may wonder why people travel from all around the world to see a ‘rock’. We've visited twice now and can tell you that Uluru has an allure that's not tangible. People … [Read More...]

7 THINGS THAT MAKE TRAVELLING WITH A DISABILITY IN AUSTRALIA EASIER

In the early days of BJ's diagnosis I didn't want to have any of the items on the list below. I didn't think we needed any extra allowances, but over time I've found that these can make life easier. … [Read More...]

DORRIGO NATIONAL PARK – TRAILRIDER AND WHEELCHAIR ACCESS

While staying at Urunga, we decided to exchange our thongs (flip flops) for walking boots and head to Dorrigo National Park, a one hour drive from Coffs Harbour. The chance to explore part of the … [Read More...]

BUPA THERAPY – STATE OF THE ART THERAPY FACILITY

Sponsored When you or your loved one lives with a disability, options can be limited. Choice is something we’ve always strived for and thanks to the National Disability Insurance Scheme we feel we now have more opportunities opening up for our son. We are still getting used to having this choice and have only recently begun to explore different therapy options and activities for him. It’s … [Read More...]

WHAT TO DO IN ORLANDO – ACCESSIBLE ACTIVITIES FOR ALL

Lucky for me, it seems you can take the occupational therapist out of the country but my friend Sue (OT) continues to see the world through an OT's eyes. And on her return, she's keen to share her experiences with her family and the access facilities she spotted with our HWWT community. Thanks Sue, over to you. Oh Orlando, we did love you! Theme parks, awe inspiring rockets to see, and getting … [Read More...]

ORLANDO FLORIDA – ACCESSIBLE ACCOMMODATION & ACTIVITIES

You know you have a true friend when she travels overseas with three kids in tow and still manages to get enough details on access and inclusion to write you two blogs on her experiences. My friend Sue, Occupational Therapist, took notes, photos and asked questions so I could share information with you about Orlando Florida's attractions and accommodation. My family of 5 headed over to the USA … [Read More...]

AVANI RIVERSIDE BANGKOK HOTEL – ACCESSIBLE BANGKOK

It was the rooftop bar that lured me, and many of my travel companions, to the Avani Riverside Bangkok Hotel. I was staying right next door at Anantara Riverside Hotel Bangkok, so it was just a short walk across the road to visit Avani. Some of my fellow travel writing pals were staying at the hotel and after hearing their glowing reviews I decided to ask about accessible accommodation and … [Read More...]

WORLD CEREBRAL PALSY DAY – READERS SHARE

Given BJ lives with cerebral palsy it seems only fitting we share a story in the lead up to World Cerebral Palsy Day. Although we are happy to share our story, we always like to include a broader perspective and that's particularly important when it comes to Cerebral Palsy. Although it is the most common physical disability diagnosed in children, I feel there are many misconceptions about … [Read More...]

MERITON SUITES CHATSWOOD – ACCESSIBLE SYDNEY ACCOMMODATION

Meriton Suites Chatswood is the only five-star accommodation in the area. Ideally located within easy reach of Sydney's major attractions, it's also close to the NAPA Centre and Royal North Shore hospital if your trip to Sydney is for therapy or surgery. Of the 337 suites, 15 are accessible modern one bedroom self contained apartments. Walking into the accessible one bedroom … [Read More...]

QUEST NORTH RYDE – ACCESSIBLE SYDNEY ACCOMMODATION

We know Sydney has much to offer leisure travellers but we also understand many people visit for specialist appointments, therapy and surgery. When visiting for one of these reasons it's essential to stay in accommodation with a location handy to these services. It's also important to ensure you have facilities which will provide a home away from home. For this reason, serviced apartments provide … [Read More...]

ACCESSIBILITY NEWS – WHAT YOU MAY HAVE MISSED

Emails, 24 hour news and a long list of Facebook news means we have an information overload these days. As a result, stories come and go swiftly. What's headline news one minute, is at the bottom of the news feed the next. I find there's so many great stories about accessibility but blink and you'll miss them. So I thought I'd trial putting the best of the posts I see in a blog so the information … [Read More...]

GOLD COAST – ACCESSIBLE ACTIVITIES

The Gold Coast delivers family fun for us every visit. On our most recent trip, we found the Gold Coast to be more accessible than ever. Famous for its long stretches of beach, we were thrilled to find beach wheelchairs are available free to loan at many locations. Taking a spontaneous walk along the beach as a family was wonderfully liberating but we should add there's an abundance of … [Read More...]

MOVIE WORLD – ACCESSIBLE GOLD COAST

For our movie-loving family a trip to Movie World is a must when visiting the Gold Coast. When the kids were younger the rides were the focus, but as they've grown up we visit more for the character interactions and parade. In fact, BJ celebrated his 18th birthday at Movie World and Batman ensured it was a special experience by including him in the parade. There was BJ with Batman pushing him in … [Read More...]

BANGKOK AIRPORT – ACCESSIBILITY THAILAND

When planning a holiday, people usually focus on their destination, hotel accommodation and attractions. Let’s face it, time at the airport isn’t a highlight of a trip, but we also know the facilities at the airport are important to travellers with a disability. It’s good to be informed and prepared so you know what to expect. The last time I visited Bangkok airport was prior to having kids, so a … [Read More...]

TOP TIPS FOR TRAVELLING TO CHINA

When I travelled to China earlier this year, people shared a range of advice, much of it leaving me nervous about staying healthy. Being prepared for every possible scenario gave me the best chance of a successful holiday. Now that I'm back, I thought I'd share the helpful tips I received from others, plus a few of my own. So if you're travelling to China, here's my top tips to make it a smooth … [Read More...]