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Quingo Accessible Holidays: Flora Apartments, Majorca

At this time of year everyone’s off on their holidays, whether it’s at home or abroad! Quingo Scooters are always browsing for new places to visit, and we understand just how important is to find somewhere fully accessible where you can be completely comfortable.

We’ve been sharing some accessible holidays with you over the last couple of months, helping you find the perfect location for your summer getaway. Today we’re heading to the Mediterranean to the beautiful Balearic island of Majora, Puerto Pollensa to be exact.

Puerto Pollensa

Located in northern Majorca, Spain, Puerto Pollensa is situated about 6km east of the town of Pollenca and two kilometres southeast of Cala Sant Vicenç. The most northerly town in Majorca, Pollença is split into several main areas: Pine walk, Boquer, Central, Siller, Pinaret, Llenaire and Gotmar.

The town has also historically been a place of interest for the famous. In the early 20th century, Agatha Christie visited Pollensa and stayed at a hotel in the Pine Walk area. She then went on to describe the town in her book, ‘Problem at Pollensa Bay and Other Stories’.

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Flora Apartments

The 4 star Aparthotel Flora is a great destination for all groups of holidaymakers – families, couples or singles.  The apartments offer fully equipped and newly renovated apartments and a very big pool area.

Located directly in Puerto Pollensa, you are only 200 metres away from the sandy golden beach. You have everything on your doorstep with Flora Apartments, whether you want to visit local attractions or simply have a relaxing day on the beach – there’s definitely something for everyone.

If you don’t fancy cooking in the fully equipped kitchen of your apartment, you can treat yourself to a meal out in the spacious restaurant located in the complex.

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Accessibility

Flora Apartments have 3 specially adapted, fully accessible rooms. All of these come complete with an accessible terrace too, so you won’t miss out on any of the views! All 3 of the accessible rooms also have walk in showers, grab rails and commode shower chairs. Hoists are also available to guests, just let a member of staff know on arrival and they will be more than happy to make sure you’ve got everything you need for a comfortable stay.

Access to these rooms is at the back of reception, and has an accessible ramp. If you fancy heading down to the pool for a cooling dip, there is a pool hoist available should you require it. All rooms also have air conditioning and Wi-Fi – a few added luxuries to make your stay super relaxing!

Share your accessible holiday with Quingo!

If you want to share your mobility scooter accessible holiday, we’d be delighted to hear from you. You can email your stories, recommendations and pictures by filling out the contact form on our website and we’ll feature them on our blog.

About Quingo

The Quingo Scooter range features six models to suit your needs and budget. New models are now available from just £22/week on our new contract hire scheme which includes all servicing and maintenance, Insurance, Roadside Recovery, Call Outs and Consumables including Batteries and Tyres. For more information on this or the latest Quingo Scooter range, please visit our website. Alternatively, if you have any Service questions you can always contact us or call customer services on 01582 430 900.

Keep up to date with the latest mobility scooter advice, tips and interesting places to visit on the Quingo Scooter Users Blog. Connect with Quingo and keep up to date with all our latest news on Facebook and Twitter.

All Quingo Personal Mobility Vehicles are provided by Forever Active, the UK’s exclusive distributor. Forever Active is a trading name of Advantage Marketing Corporation Limited (AMC).  AMC Limited is an appointed representative of First Senior Insurance Services Ltd which is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. First Senior Insurance Services FSA Register number is 308478.

Quingo Accessible Holidays: Petasfield Cottages, Hertfordshire

Here at Quingo Scooters we love browsing for holidays and getaways, and then having something to look forward to when you eventually book!

In our accessible holidays series we’ve been discovering some of the best accessible holidays around, at home and abroad. This week we’re back in the UK with some idyllic little cottages in the South of England where you can truly enjoy the British summertime!

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The Cottages

Petasfield Cottages are located in the peaceful countryside of Hertfordshire, and are one of the most accessible holiday homes in the South of England. The four contemporary cottages are one or two bedroom, and have all the facilities you would expect from a four star hotel. Petersfield Cottages state that “special consideration has been given to people with disabilities” and the cottages have been designed with thorough practical consideration.

The cottages also boast:

  • A wheel in shower with shower chair
  • Electrical adjustable sink hob heights
  • Voyager ceiling track hoist
  • Arrangement of any specialist equipment to be hired locally
  • Shopping or any other small chores can be carried out for you if you wish
  • Large parking bays next to the cottages
  • Dogs are welcome

The cottages are available from as little as a three night stay, but you can stay longer if you wish and if availability allows. The cottages are part of a beautifully kept riding stables, and the sound and tranquillity the horses bring just adds to the relaxed atmosphere!

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What is there to do?

During your stay at the cottages there are some great things to see and do around the area, you’ll be spoilt for choice!

  • Paradise Wildlife Park
  • Willows Farm Village and Park
  • Hertford Town
  • Knebworth House
  • Duxford Imperial War Museum
  • Woburn Safari Park
  • Bennington Lordship Gardens
  • St Albans Cathedral

It can sometimes be a big ask to find somewhere within easy reach of London that is fully accessible and allows you to take your pets. However, with this tranquil getaway you’ll have everything you need for a relaxing getaway!

Share your accessible holiday with Quingo!

If you want to share your mobility scooter accessible getaway, we’d be delighted to hear from you. You can email your stories, recommendations and pictures by filling out the contact form on our website and we’ll feature them on our blog.

About Quingo

The Quingo Scooter range features six models to suit your needs and budget. New models are now available from just £22/week on our new contract hire scheme which includes all servicing and maintenance, Insurance, Roadside Recovery, Call Outs and Consumables including Batteries and Tyres. For more information on this or the latest Quingo Scooter range, please visit our website. Alternatively, if you have any Service questions you can always contact us or call customer services on 01582 430 900.

Keep up to date with the latest mobility scooter advice, tips and interesting places to visit on the Quingo Scooter Users Blog. Connect with Quingo and keep up to date with all our latest news on Facebook and Twitter.

All Quingo Personal Mobility Vehicles are provided by Forever Active, the UK’s exclusive distributor. Forever Active is a trading name of Advantage Marketing Corporation Limited (AMC).  AMC Limited is an appointed representative of First Senior Insurance Services Ltd which is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. First Senior Insurance Services FSA Register number is 308478.

Quingo Accessible Days Out: Windermere Lake Cruises

Here at Quingo Scooters we’ve been sharing places with you that would be perfect for a day out, especially places you’d never think to visit or you didn’t know existed! It’s great finding brand new accessible places to visit on your mobility scooter.

This week it’s another boat themed day out, as we explore the largest natural lake in England. Windermere is in the heart of the Lake District, and offers some absolutely stunning views of Cumbria and the surrounding areas.

Offering cruises that range from 45 minutes to 3 hours, Windermere Lake Cruises is the most popular attraction in Cumbria. This is perfect if you fancy a relaxing day out where you can enjoy some picturesque mountain scenery, secluded bays and many wooded islands.

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The Cruises

You can start your journey from Bowness, Ambleside or Lakeside, and if you fancy making a day of it you can break up your journey with some great local attractions. There are range of different cruises available, depending on how long you want to be on the water and the places you want to see. All of the cruises include fascinating commentary on the history and points of interest surrounding Windermere. Here are just a few of the many cruises available:

  • Islands Cruise – A shorter trip, this 45 minute journey is a circular cruise from Bowness. This cruise is great for exploring the islands of Windermere, and runs all year round.
  • Yellow Cruise – This 90 minute cruise runs all year round, serving Bowness to Lakeside or vice versa.
  • Buffet Cruise – If you’re fancying something a little more luxurious, treat yourself to the buffet cruise! With live music and a 2 course buffet, this cruise runs in the summer months so you can take advantage of the sun bouncing off the lake. 

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Accessibility

Around half of Windermere Lake Cruises are in mobility scooter accessible ‘steamers’, which are marked in black on the timetable. There is also space to sit either inside or outside on your mobility scooter. Although the toilets on board are only accessible by steps, there are fully accessible toilets on the quayside.

To get on and off the boats, there is a ramp which differs in steepness depending on how high the boat sits in the water. The site has a long stay car park, and blue badge holders get one extra hour of car parking free.

Windermere Lake Cruises do strongly advise that you call them to confirm which vessel is operating on which service, so that they can ensure you can travel on an accessible steamer at your chosen date and time.

Share your accessible attraction with Quingo!

If you’ve been to visit any interesting attractions on your Quingo or would like us to write about a particular place you have visited, we’d be delighted to hear from you. You can email your stories, recommendations and pictures by filling out the contact form on our website and we’ll feature them on our blog.

About Quingo Scooters

The Quingo Scooters range features six models to suit your needs and budget. New models are now available from just £22/week on our new contract hire scheme which includes all servicing and maintenance, Insurance, Roadside Recovery, Call Outs and Consumables including Batteries and Tyres. For more information on this or the latest Quingo Scooter range, please visit our website. Alternatively, if you have any Service questions you can always contact us or call customer services on 01582 430 900.

Keep up to date with the latest mobility scooter advice, tips and interesting places to visit on the Quingo Scooter Users Blog. Connect with Quingo and keep up to date with all our latest news on Facebook and Twitter.

All Quingo Personal Mobility Vehicles are provided by Forever Active, the UK’s exclusive distributor. Forever Active is a trading name of Advantage Marketing Corporation Limited (AMC).  AMC Limited is an appointed representative of First Senior Insurance Services Ltd which is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. First Senior Insurance Services FSA Register number is 308478.

Quingo Accessible Attractions: Tower Bridge Exhibition, London

Quingo Scooters are always encouraging users to get out and about to visit interesting or unusual places on their mobility scooters, especially places that you didn’t think were accessible enough. Over our series of blog posts we’ve been sharing with you some extremely accessible attractions to explore on your mobility scooter.

This week we’re back in the capital, exploring the iconic Tower Bridge Exhibition. If you’re planning a trip to London this summer (or whenever!) then be sure not to miss this must see attraction. The most famous bridge in the world boasts an iconic structure, spectacular views and glass floor, modern exhibitions and even Victorian Engine Rooms.

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What’s on at the Tower Bridge Exhibition?

There’s plenty to see and do at your day out at the fully accessible Tower Bridge Exhibition.

Glass Floor – The newest feature at the exhibition, where you can see London life through a glass floor. This is a unique viewpoint 42 metres above the River Thames. And if you time it right, you might just see the Tower Bridge lifting below you! Don’t worry if you don’t fancy looking down – the walkways also offer some amazing views of London, and you can take a look at the ‘Great Bridges of the World’ display for some impressive examples of engineering!

Engine Rooms – The engine rooms are located a few minutes from the South Tower, and are dubbed as one of London’s ‘hidden gems’. Here you’ll be able to appreciate huge steam engines, furnaces and accumulators that were once used to power the raising of the Tower Bridge. There’s also an incredible short film, explaining the ingenious technology used to keep to bridge going for over 120 years.

South Tower – Here you’ll see a short bespoke video shown by the artist Stephen Biesty, showing the incredible construction of the Bridge. Afterwards you can take the accessible lift down to the LED-lit motion sensitive artworks, which depict all of the iconic buildings along the Thames.

There is a full list of ticket prices and opening times on the Tower Bridge Exhibition website. 

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 Accessibility

The Tower Bridge Exhibition is a fully accessible venue. On arrival you’ll be greeted by an automatic door operated by Tower Bridge’s friendly and helpful staff. Throughout there are accessible lifts to different areas of the exhibition, including the Towers and the Engine Rooms, enabling you to see absolutely everything the Tower Bridge has to offer. Fully accessible toilets are located in the North and South Towers and in the Engine Rooms.

Everything you need to know about accessibility at the Tower Bridge Exhibition before your arrival can be found in their Access for All Guide.

Share your accessible attraction with Quingo!

If you’ve been to visit any interesting attractions on your Quingo or would like us to write about a particular place you have visited, we’d be delighted to hear from you. You can email your stories, recommendations and pictures by filling out the contact form on our website and we’ll feature them on our blog.

About Quingo

The Quingo Scooter range features six models to suit your needs and budget. New models are now available from just £22/week on our new contract hire scheme which includes all servicing and maintenance, Insurance, Roadside Recovery, Call Outs and Consumables including Batteries and Tyres. For more information on this or the latest Quingo Scooter range, please visit our website. Alternatively, if you have any Service questions you can always contact us or call customer services on 01582 430 900.

Keep up to date with the latest mobility scooter advice, tips and interesting places to visit on the Quingo Scooter Users Blog. Connect with Quingo and keep up to date with all our latest news on Facebook and Twitter.

All Quingo Personal Mobility Vehicles are provided by Forever Active, the UK’s exclusive distributor. Forever Active is a trading name of Advantage Marketing Corporation Limited (AMC).  AMC Limited is an appointed representative of First Senior Insurance Services Ltd which is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. First Senior Insurance Services FSA Register number is 308478.