Travelling with a wheelchair
Booking accessible accommodation in peak season for our New Zealand holiday was a challenge. So I was particularly happy to find an accessible chalet just out of the town of Franz Josef. Our stay was three nights and we found this chalet to be comfortable and in a good location. Circulation space in the bedrooms wasn’t as great as I’d like, but we found it
After the popularity of Jaxon’s last blog on Bali, we couldn’t wait to read his latest adventures. Jaxon recently returned and shares his tips and travels below. More than Meets the Wheel by Jaxon As I said in 2017, I’d be back in Bali sooner rather than later. Here we are now, in 2019, 16 months after my last visit. As would anyone who is
THIS PROPERTY IS NOW LEASED TO A MEMBER OF THE HWWT COMMUNITY – Thanks to everyone for their interest. Knowing how difficult it can be for people to find an accessible rental, either short or long term, I’m really excited to give you the scoop on this house. It belongs to a friend of mine and it’s been the scene of many a pool party.
After a stay in the South Wharf area earlier in the year, I have to say I’m a fan! Located at the southern end of the South Bank area of Melbourne, it’s home to DFO, the Melbourne Exhibition Centre and a fantastic dining scene. It’s also where the Pan Pacific Melbourne is situated. Pan Pacific Melbourne has 17 accessible rooms. Given the hotel’s accessibility we’ve
Sponsored. It’s not surprising that great solutions often come from a problem or need, but it’s particularly lovely when many people benefit from the solution. This luxury accessible accommodation at Barwon Heads, home of one of my fave shows, Seachange, was designed out of need. Now the truly accessible accommodation is available for all to enjoy. We particularly like the fact there’s so many accessible
Accessible apartment accommodation is scarce so when we found we had the opportunity to check out the 4.5 star Oaks on Market serviced apartments we jumped at the chance. We find the flexibility of apartment accommodation suits our needs and being able to self-cater some meals means our travel budget goes that little bit further. We have negotiated a great rate for our readers which
I feel guilty for overlooking Newcastle as a destination for so long. In the last five years I’ve visited with the family and by myself on several occasions and always have a great time. On my last trip to the region I was visiting to speak at a disability expo and took my Mum along for company. We stayed at the Novotel Newcastle Beach which
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
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
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 apartment I was
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 a
Winding our way through the Gold Coast Hinterland to O’Reilly’s Rainforest Retreat we had high expectations. Other families had told us the area is stunning and we knew an accessible walk awaited us. Road works made it a slow journey which allowed us to enjoy the views and slowed down Hubby who would have otherwise thought the sharp turns were a good practice run for
In the last couple of years I’ve happily become a regular visitor to Brisbane. I’m quite content to swap the winter chill of Sydney for a few days thawing out in the South Bank area. When I was asked to present at the Source Kids Disability Expo I was keen to stay near the venue. While researching suitable accommodation I discovered a new hotel had
The city of Chengdu is a magnet for tourists keen to see pandas during their stay in China. Although visitors can see China’s national treasures in zoos in other cities, the Panda Research Base in Chengdu is home to over 180 pandas, with the babies in the nursery the most popular. My visit to the city was also to see the pandas, but I soon
When we were offered the opportunity to stay in one of the brand new cabins at Reflections Holiday Parks Seal Rocks I have to admit to not knowing much about the area. Seal Rocks is a sleepy coastal town which has kept it’s charm and avoided the development which often ruins such a gem. Reflections Holiday Parks Seal Rocks is set across the road from
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