There is so much exciting news at the moment - accessible travel opportunities, inclusive summer fun, new disability-related initiatives - that it's easy to miss something amazing. Here's a round-up of everything that's caught my attention lately. If …
Australia
Novotel Surfers Paradise – accessible hotel Gold Coast
In the middle of winter it was wonderful to escape to Queensland for warmer days, beach walks and accessible family-friendly activities. Novotel Surfers Paradise offers accessible accommodation in an ideal location to access all that the Gold Coast …
Gold Coast Gondolas – review of accessibility
When I was a child travelling around the world for six months with my parents, we visited Venice. I was entranced by the gondolas and their singing guides, but our budget didn’t stretch far enough to use one to explore Venice’s canals. I badly wanted …
Skypoint Observation Deck – accessible Gold Coast activities
There’s no better way to get your bearings and enjoy stunning views of the Gold Coast than with a visit to Skypoint Observation Deck, located at the top of the Q1 building in the heart of Surfers Paradise. It’s also the tallest observation tower in …
Hyatt Centric Melbourne – accessible Melbourne accommodation
On my recent trip to Melbourne, I had the pleasure of experiencing a hosted stay at the Hyatt Centric Melbourne in the heart of the city's CBD. The hotel opened in December 2021 and there’s nothing like a sparkling new hotel, with great accessible …
KAREN’S DINER SYDNEY – ACCESSIBLE DINING SYDNEY
If you are looking for a quiet meal with good service, Karen’s Diner is not for you. But, if like us, you are in the mood for frivolity after lockdown, head to World Square in Sydney to the diner where rudeness is embraced. Amelia has, on more than …
TOP WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE ACTIVITIES IN THE NORTHERN TERRITORY
The Top End tops many a bucket a list, and for good reason. Desert meets wetland, and the vast, remote distances are made welcoming by a strong community spirit. The Northern Territory boasts astonishing natural marvels and rich, ongoing First …
VICTORIA PARK NATURE RESERVE – ACCESSIBLE BRYON BAY AND SURROUNDS
Finding ways to be immersed in nature is often difficult as a wheelchair user, so it's always exciting to discover an interesting wheelchair accessible walk when we are travelling. When we read about Victoria Park Nature Reserve near Alstonville in …
NSW RAIL MUSEUM THIRLMERE – ACCESSIBLE RAILWAY FUN
We never miss an opportunity to take our transport-loving guy somewhere that will indulge his passion. It's been a long time between visits to the NSW Rail Museum in Thirlmere and yet again it didn't disappoint. With over 100 trains, locomotives and …
SWANSEA LAKESIDE HOLIDAY PARK – ACCESSIBLE LAKE MACQUARIE ACCOMMODATION
We recently had the opportunity to review Belmont Lakeside Holiday Park's accessible villa/duplex at Lake Macquarie and we were blown away by the accessible inclusions. We really didn't think anything could come close to it in regards to …
