In the midst of the coronavirus outbreak, many of us are looking for things to do while practicing social distancing and self-isolation. Here are 10 things you can do to pass the time at home: 1. Find ways to…
Like in much of the world, museums across Amsterdam have had to close for the foreseeable future due to the coronavirus. With governments urging people to #StayAtHome as much as possible, many of us are looking for…
A growing number of Amsterdam's restaurants are taking breakfast to the next level, perfecting the art of the pancake stack, smashed avo on toast, eggs benedict, and so much more. Whether you're looking for sweet or savoury,…
The other day I got a phone call from a friend. While cycling in Amsterdam she'd had a nasty accident after the cyclist in front of her stopped suddenly without warning. The resulting collision meant my friend…
This past year has been an exciting first year for Able Amsterdam! What started as a little list of Amsterdam's accessible places on my phone turned into a fully fledged website with 64 location recommendations, 17 blog posts,…
Solo travel is one of the biggest things I’ve missed since my accident. The adventure, the freedom, the quality ‘me’ time and the opportunity to interact with lots of different people along the way. It’s something I…
One of my favourite hashtags on Instagram is #BabeWithAMobilityAid. Search this hashtag and you'll find thousands of Instagramers sharing their stories and fighting the stigma of disability. It's been a lifeline for me throughout my recovery, helping…
Disclaimer: I am not a professional with regards to the specifications for accessible toilets. However, based on personal experience as a mobility aid user, I consider the criteria below important. The information in this post should serve…
Disclaimer: I am not a professional with regards to the specifications for accessible toilets. However, based on personal experience as a mobility aid user, I consider the criteria below important. The information in this post should serve…
Below is the second instalment of an earlier blog post, "16 Things I learned from surviving a near-fatal road accident". Click here to read Part 1. 9. It's very hard to comprehend that a traumatic event happened to…
