If you follow Able Amsterdam, you'll know I talk a lot about accessibility — being able to easily enter a building when you have reduced mobility. But what about "exitability"? How can we ensure people with reduced…
In July 2019 I went to my occupational therapist to discuss a personal dilemma. My question was: How can I stay active, independent and cover longer distances without putting too much strain on my shattered femur? I was…
One chilly December afternoon, I strolled along the Kalverstraat with my rollator. I was on my way to meet a friend for some brunch, bargain hunting and a visit to the Amsterdam Museum. It was going to…
Canal cruises are a fabulous way to take in the sights and sounds of Amsterdam. Blue Boat Company offers various wheelchair-friendly boat tours throughout the city centre. A few weeks ago, I rolled into Blue Boat Company's dock at…
Over the past few weeks, I've received a lot of questions about the accessibility of the Anne Frank House. After reading the official museum website section about wheelchair access, I was eager to experience how wheelchair-friendly this…
A few weeks ago I went to check out the accessibility of ARTIS Amsterdam Royal Zoo. Dating back to 1838, ARTIS is the oldest zoo in The Netherlands and one of the oldest in all of Europe.…
Paradiso is a unique and exciting music venue near Amsterdam's Leidseplein. Located in a former church building, its main hall includes high ceilings, spacious balconies and beautiful old church windows framing the main stage. Last month Paradiso…
