Disabled Holidays to Sicily - Italy

 

Sicily, the largest island in the Mediterranean, is just off the toe of Italy's boot. It has been a crossroads of cultures for 3,000 years, a history reflected in its diverse architecture, cuisine and ancient ruins. Palermo, the capital, offers colorful street life, bustling markets and Byzantine mosaics at the Cappella Palatina. On Sicily’s eastern edge is Mt. Etna, Europe’s highest active volcano.

Wheelchair Accessible Hotels in Sicily 

Club Valtur Portorosa
Sicily, Italy
The Blu Hotel Portorosa faces the Gulf of Patti in Furnari, and offers an outdoor pool with views of the Portorosa Harbour and the Aeolian Islands. The spacious rooms are equipped with air conditioning, satellite TV, balcony and minibar. The rate includes use of the gym, kids' club and pool.

Hotel Palazzo Zuppello
Sicily, Italy
The hotel offers a restaurant. A bar/lounge is on site where guests can unwind with a drink. Guests can enjoy a complimentary breakfast each morning. Public areas are equipped with complimentary high-speed wireless Internet access.

Hotel Villa Romana
Sicily, Italy
Overlooking the Mediterranean Sea, this beachfront hotel is 2.1 km from the Turkish Steps. The relaxed rooms offer free Wi-Fi, TVs with satellite channels, and desks. All also provide minibars and terraces with sea or garden views. Free perks include a breakfast buffet and parking.

ibis Styles Catania Acireale
Sicily, Italy
Situated near the beach, this hotel is 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Basilica di San Sebastiano and 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Cathedral of Acireale. The contemporary rooms come with free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, and tea and coffeemaking facilities. Free perks include breakfast & parking.

Hotel Rigel
Sicily, Italy
Equipped with photovoltaic and solar panels, this Liberty-style hotel is a 4-minute walk from Catania Centrale train station. The simple rooms offer free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs and desks, as well as minibars. Breakfast is complimentary, and there's a rooftop terrace with seating.

Hotel Villa Michelangelo
Sicily, Italy
Rooms at Villa Michelangelo are air-conditioned, with bright furnishings and a private bathroom. Some rooms have circular beds, others offer a balcony overlooking the volcano. A buffet breakfast is available daily in the dining room. Every Saturday and occasionally during the week, music entertainment is organised on site.

Disabled Holidays to Bologna - Italy

 

Wheelchair Accessible Hotels in Bologna 

Hotel Touring
Bologna, Italy - 3 star
The Hotel Touring is a lovely and comfortable hotel containing plenty of activities that allow guests to relax and unwind, these includes soaking in the Jacuzzi, sunbathing, drinking by the bar and eating delicious food at the restaurant. Plenty of nearby tourist attractions (museums etc) are within a 10 minute walk of the hotel.

Hotel Helvetia Thermal Spa
Bologna, Italy - 4 star
This elegant, 19th-century hotel has modern rooms and suites that feature free Wi-Fi, room service, flat-screen TVs, minibars and safes. Amenities include free breakfast. There's also a lounge, a gym, and a rooftop terrace with a hot tub, as well as a restaurant, a bar and conference rooms.

Hotel Internazionale
Bologna, Italy - 3 star
Hotel Internazionale offers a restaurant and free Wi-Fi in the lobby. All air-conditioned rooms have a TV and private bathroom. With simple wooden furnishings, rooms at the Internazionale include a private bathroom complete with hairdryer and toiletry set. Some rooms offer sea views.

NH Bologna Villanova
Bologna, Italy - 4 star
NH Bologna Villanova offers free Wi-Fi and free outdoor parking, 10 minutes drive from BolognaFiere Exhibition Centre. It is 7 km from the city's historic centre and features a fitness area with indoor swimming pool. Elegantly furnished, hotel rooms have air conditioning and a satellite TV.

Hotel Monte del Re
Bologna, Italy - 4 star
This upscale property, classically decorated rooms with parquet floors all feature free Wi-Fi, flat screen TVs and minibars. Suites add sitting rooms and en suite whirlpool tubs. There's a complimentary breakfast buffet and parking. Other amenities include a restaurant with a terrace, and a seasonal outdoor pool and hot tub.

Beach Holidays with Your Wheelchair

Each year in the summer, millions of us try to flock away and get a good holiday in. Whether that’s staying in the UK or venturing abroad varies from person to person and most people have little difficulty in getting those few days rest or adventure that they crave.

Holidaying is a universal phenomenon and perhaps the most popular resorts are those with beaches and they should be free for everyone to take advantage of, including wheelchair users. With a solid plan of action, chair users can easily enjoy the beach and other resorts, just as everyone else does.

Do Your Research

A pretty obvious place to start when considering your well-deserved holiday is researching the places you would like to go, including accommodation, and checking their disability access arrangements. You should find out the exact arrangements too – not all self-claiming accessible places will be up to scratch, especially if they consider a ramp full and proper access.

If you find something or somewhere you are interested in, it’s probably best not to go all gung-ho and book it without further investigation. Be sure to talk to somebody at the hotel or facilities or read reviews from wheelchair users who have previously stayed where you’re planning on staying and look for exact measurements for access methods. This is essential to ensure that you have the freedom you need to get around and most importantly, have a great time.

Find a Beach Wheelchair

In all likelihood, your wheelchair isn’t very well adapted to the tough sandy terrain and wet environment of the beach. One wrong move and it could be it for your mode of transport.

That’s where specialised beach wheelchairs come into play. They have bigger, thicker wheels to deal with the beach surface and enable you to enjoy the place as you should be able to. We now live in an ever progressing world where wheelchair users are consistently thought about and many beaches in the UK and overseas have beach wheelchairs available when you get there.

Of course, it is best to check this before making your way and if not, you can just as easily hire an adapted model before or during your holiday.

Don’t Forget the Sun and the Beach Itself

Amidst all of this research it can be easy to forget the dangers of the sun and the beach for wheelchair users. Of course it’s important to use sun cream, take advantage of shade and drink plenty of water but there’s a few more concerns if you’re in a chair.

Pressure sores can be a nuisance and the presence of the sun and sand can increase the chances of these unwanted pests. Remember your movement exercises and wear appropriate footwear to help your cause and stop sand and water entering your feet.

Travelling

When it comes to travelling, you’re going to want to do some thorough research. Hopefully you’ll be able to reach your destination with ease but if you’re going on a long journey, you may need to hire a wheelchair accessible vehicle if you don’t already own one.

WAVs are designed specifically for carrying wheelchair users and come in a range of options including driving options depending on who is going to take charge of the vehicle. This will undoubtedly be easier than relying on taxis or public transport but of course that doesn’t mean that you should dispel other modes of transport – they may be just as easy to utilise in some cases.

Enjoying Your Holiday

If you’ve done all your research and planned your holiday, you should find that you have no problems whatsoever with enjoying your break.

All that’s left to do is sit back, relax and take in your surroundings, safe in the knowledge that you can revel in your time away from the real world.

Disabled Holidays in Florence - Italy

Florence's museums, palaces, and churches house some of the greatest artistic treasures in the world. The most popular and important sites in Florence include the Cathedral, the Baptistery, the Uffizi, the Bargello, and the Accademia. The churches of Santa Maria Novella and Santa Croce are veritable art galleries, and the library of San Lorenzo is a magnificent exhibition of Michelangelo's architectural genius. Wander some of the oldest streets in the city until you reach the Arno River, cross the Ponte Vecchio, and experience the "newest" area of Florence, the Oltrarno. Be sure to set aside time to see the vast and varied art collection housed in the Pitti Palace. When you grow weary of museums and monuments, head outdoors. Spend a day at the Boboli Gardens or climb the hill to the church of San Miniato al Monte to experience an enchanting view of Florence.

Where to Stay for Accessible Accommodation?

Villa Campestri Olive Oil Resort

Hotel Panama

Hotel Borgo di Cortefreda Relais

Hotel Gli Orzali

Hotel La Fortezza

Hotel Home Florence

Il Salviatino Hotel

Villa Fiesole Hotel

Hotel Meridiana

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Accessible Hotels in Florence - Italy

 

Here are our latest wheelchair accessible hotels in Florence. 

Hotel Delle Nazioni
Florence - 3 Star
The low-key rooms and apartments come with satellite TV and free Wi-Fi, and some have balconies offering views of the Duomo. Apartments add kitchenettes. Room service is available. A free continental breakfast buffet is served, and there's also a bar.

 

San Gallo Palace Hotel
Florence - 4 Star
This elegant hotel, set in a 19th-century building off Piazza della Libertà. The airy rooms feature hardwood floors, oak furnishings and leather chairs. All provide free Wi-Fi and satellite TV. Some have balconies, and suites include living rooms.

Il Salviatino Hotel
Florence - 4 Star
Set in a restored 15th-century villa, this luxurious hotel is 4.5 km from Florence Cathedral and 6 km from the Uffizi gallery. The opulent, individually decorated rooms come with free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs and Nespresso machines. Most offer views of the Florentine skyline or the countryside.

 

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