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May 09 2026 
When Molly and Mark met the King
There is something wonderful about seeing things go full circle.
Twenty one years ago I made a phone call. An incredibly kind woman called Anita spoke to me for ages on the phone, virtually hand holding me through one of the most difficult times of my life. Only days before, doctors had diagnosed my daughter Molly…
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Mar 27 2026 
Visiting Japan with Motability Lifestyle
Motability Lifestyle magazine recently asked me to contribute an article on accessible travel to Japan.
It was based on the trip Stan and I took. In it I write about visiting Osaka, Nara and Kyoto. I also offer a few tips on travelling long haul when you have a disability.
If this sounds of interest then please…
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Sep 22 2025 
The Alhambra Palace – wheelchair accessibility in Spain’s Moorish masterpiece
The Alhambra Palace. Quite possibly one of the most spectacularly beautiful places I have ever seen. It wasn’t necessarily the easiest of places to visit. Not known for planning a long time in advance, we nearly missed our opportunity... -
Apr 04 2025 
Ten days in Kansai, Japan
April is cherry blossom season in Japan. Across the country, the Sakura tress bloom profusely, giving rise to spectacular floral displays of pink and white. But while this is undoubtedly a stunning time to visit, this incredible country has so much to offer at all times of the year.
We visited in October and fell completely…
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Jan 02 2025 
The North-East Tourism Conference, Aberdeen
Recently, I had the privilege of speaking at the North-East Tourism Conference in Aberdeen. Hosted by VisitAberdeenshire, it was a great opportunity for tourism professionals from across the region to come together and share ideas. Around two hundred people filled the hall at the P&J Live. Attendees were able to listen to a range of…
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Sep 03 2024 
The alternative Italian break – authentic and accessible
Who doesn’t love Italy?Regularly in the top three destinations visited by UK tourists, Italy really has everything. Incredible culture, delicious food, glorious weather and much more. Yet, for the disabled traveller, it can pose challenges in terms of accessibility.So I am delighted that my latest article exploring some of the more accessible Italian options has…
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Feb 01 2023 
In heaven in a horse box
Although I’m a country girl, I freely confess that I have never really got the whole horsey thing. I appreciate that they are beautiful animals but am ever so slightly scared when I’m on the back of one. So, the prospect of staying in a horsebox for the weekend wouldn’t have necessarily been my first choice.
However, we…
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Oct 24 2022 
Visiting Tirana – how accessible is Albania’s capital city?
There is a saying in the Cambridge English dictionary that all roads lead to Rome. It essentially means that all methods lead to the same point in the end. It is also the name of an episode of Doctor Who, but I digress. In Tirana, it certainly feels as though all roads lead to Skanderbeg Square. The square is…
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Oct 07 2022 
Verona – Wheelchair accessibility in Shakespeare’s City of Love
Our first family trip overseas since the start of the pandemic generated huge amounts of discussion. After an arid two years as far as travel was concerned, there were so many things to consider. Would we still be able to just pack a bag and go as we had previously or would the sudden rush of people…
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Apr 06 2022 
Morocco is my happy place…..
Morocco is easy to describe – quite simply, once you’ve been you will never want to leave.
You will find yourself fantasising about buying a riad and selling your house back home. Your children will be able to grow up surrounded by joy and people who see them as an absolute gift. Your mornings will consist of long…
