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 …
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VIVID 2018 – ACCESS & INCLUSION TUMBALONG LIGHTS
Vivid Sydney's Access and Inclusion Partner Cushman & Wakefield have created an inclusive experience at this year's event to ensure all children and their families can enjoy the magic of Vivid Sydney in its 10th anniversary year. Our family have …
DISNEY ON ICE – ACCESSIBLE FAMILY FUN
Our family are dedicated Disney fans, and I'm not just talking about the kids. Disney nudged it's way into our hearts in a fairly spectacular way. I was entrenched in therapy five days a week with BJ and progress was slow. I needed something outside …
REFLECTIONS HOLIDAY PARKS SEAL ROCKS – ACCESSIBLE HOLIDAY PARK
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 …
NOVOTEL MELBOURNE SOUTH WHARF – ACCESSIBLE MELBOURNE
I love Melbourne. I've explored the city with the family many times and I've been lucky enough to visit on my own too. I don't know what it is about exploring Melbourne but it brings out a carefree me. So you can imagine I was excited to have the …
CROWNE PLAZA COOGEE BEACH – ACCESSIBLE SYDNEY ACCOMMODATION
Our family are regular visitors to Coogee Beach, enjoying the beach-side vibe and the fabulous accessible coastal walk. When visiting I've often looked longingly at the Crowne Plaza Coogee Beach Hotel and the guests I spy sitting on their balconies …
THE ROYAL BOTANIC GARDENS HIGH TEA AT THE CALYX – ACCESSIBLE SYDNEY
2018 is a big year for our family with several significant birthdays and celebrations throughout the year. My Mum, also my best friend, kicked off the year with a special birthday ending in a zero back in January. Among her gifts was a voucher to …
VIRGIN AUSTRALIA – DISABILITY ASSISTANT CONCESSION FARE
Fantastic news! Today I received an email from Virgin Australia announcing a new initiative which may make travel achievable for people who are unable to fly independently. From today, Virgin Australia is implementing a Disability Assistant …
AUSTRALIAN COMPANION CARD – FREE ADMISSION FOR CARERS
Although I'm sure many of our readers are familiar with the Australian Companion Card I wanted to share information for anyone who is new to needing disability services and to remind those who have one of some of the places you can use it. The …
ACCESSIBLE CAR HIRE SUNSHINE COAST – WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE SUNSHINE COAST
Sponsored Last year I was lucky enough to visit the Sunshine Coast and even though it was a trip without the family, I kept my eye out for information which may be helpful to our Have Wheelchair Will Travel community. I found two great …
