Posts Tagged ‘public transport’
Caledonian Dreaming
Wednesday, September 1st, 2010
Have you ever fancied visiting the Highlands of Scotland for a long weekend, but don’t want to drive? Then why not go on the Caledonian Sleeper? Mobilise member Mark Davidson recently undertook the journey to Fort William and was able to look at the onboard facilities for both disabled and non-disabled travellers alike.
The Caldedonian sleeper, also known as The Deerstalker is one of only two overnight sleeper trains currently operating in the United Kingdom; the other being the Night Riviera which runs from London Paddington to Penzance. Operated by Scotrail, the overnight journey takes thirteen hours from London Euston. However, with the facility for a good nights sleep, it will leave you feeling bright and refreshed, ready for spending a few days in the small Scottish town of Fort William. Continue reading »
A flying visit to Amsterdam
Monday, August 2nd, 2010
When Mobilise member Rob Mannion and his wife Carol made a quick trip to Amsterdam he was nervous about travelling without his adapted car. But, as Rob tells Mobilise, using public transport was surprisingly easy.
I’m a fairly frequent visitor to Holland, but I’m often limited to the Rotterdam area and I usually drive. My normal route is via the Channel Tunnel – usually taking advantage of the off peak travel rates early in the morning – driving up through Belgium into Holland, and trying avoid the peak hour traffic on the Brussels by-pass! Continue reading »
The Irish Experience
Monday, July 26th, 2010
Mobilise member Rob Mannion shares his experience of driving in the Emerald Isle.
Even though I see many British mainland registered cars during my frequent trips to the Irish Republic and Northern Ireland, I think many more of us, especially disabled drivers, could enjoy the Irish travelling experience. From Cork to Donegal and from Belfast to Bangor, there are some wonderful people to meet and truly dramatic scenery to enjoy in the land of my ancestors. Continue reading »