Where to travel for the December bank holiday break in a wheelchair: 5 brilliant accessible plans

December bank holiday break in a wheelchair: where to travel?

We do love a bank holiday break! It's the perfect excuse to treat yourself and escape for one of these 5 brilliant accessible plans that we've put together for you to enjoy over the December bank holiday break in a wheelchair.

Remember that these dates are very busy with tourists because of the festivities, bank holiday breaks and holidays, so, as always, we recommend booking as early as possible to make sure you secure accessible services and places if you'd like to join one of the tours or courses we suggest.

We adapt and design each of these proposals around you, so if any of them catches your eye, just tell us and we'll start preparing it with you.

1. ADAPTIVE SKIING IN ANDORRA

Whether you've already mastered adaptive skiing or you fancy trying everything, Andorra is the ideal accessible winter destination for you. In this small but mighty country you'll find endless activities you won't want to miss.

Here you can enjoy a few days on slopes that are accessible to wheelchair users. You can bring your own equipment if you have it, or hire it right there, with different types of equipment to suit your level and needs. You can take a course or a few one-off adaptive skiing lessons in Andorra to make your getaway a real experience.

We say it's an ideal destination because, besides skiing, you can enjoy great fun accessible activities such as dog sledding, relax afterwards at Caldea, a spectacular spa! And while you're there, why not do a little pre-Christmas shopping and treat yourself to something nice?

Would you like to escape to Andorra this winter? Click here and find out how.

2. ACCESSIBLE CHRISTMAS MARKETS

In our previous post we told you about 6 accessible destinations for enjoying Christmas markets, and you can read it again by clicking here. Even so, we want to remind you that they are one of the best options for the December bank holiday break.

For this post, we've chosen Munich, because besides being a city we love and would go back to again and again, at this time of year it takes on a special beauty and colour. Seeing the streets full of lights, food stalls, crafts and gifts gives it a very special, cosy feel.

You'll forget the cold in no time, and if that isn't enough, the Germans have a secret that we're about to reveal: mulled wine! We're sure that after a couple of glasses of this brew your cheeks will be glowing!

Germany is a country that takes accessibility very seriously, so you'll find all the kerbs on the pavements dropped, and you'll be able to get around independently on public transport, as it is accessible to wheelchair users.

Want to know what else to do in Germany? Click here and enjoy!

3. THE NORTHERN LIGHTS IN A WHEELCHAIR

Well, well... what can we say about this accessible plan! It leaves us speechless and it's one of our favourites. This natural phenomenon is breathtaking, so if you have the chance to see it live, do it! Don't just hear about it from others!

We suggest going out hunting for the Northern Lights in a spectacular spot: Tromsø, in the north of Norway, is the perfect showcase for this display of light.

On top of that, if you fancy spending a few days here, you can visit a Sámi village, home to the indigenous people of Norway. Get to know their culture, go for a ride on a dog sled or feed their reindeer. You can also spend a day on a boat trip through the fjords in search of whales, and if you spot one, we're sure it will move you!

As you'll see, there are plenty of plans here too, all of them already prepared and designed for travelling in a wheelchair, so don't worry about a thing, just enjoy it!

To see what an accessible itinerary in Tromsø could look like, click here and let yourself be carried away!

4. DISCOVER PORTUGAL IN A WHEELCHAIR

Portugal was awarded first place in the Accessible Tourist Destination Award 2019 thanks to the work it does year after year to make the country more and more inclusive.

For that reason, we think it deserves a special mention in today's post, because if you haven't yet made up your mind to visit some of its corners, this December bank holiday break could be the perfect moment.

There is so much to see in Portugal that it deserves a post of its own, and more than a getaway, a proper holiday! If you want to make the most of the bank holiday break and only have a few days, you can focus on one area such as Porto or Lisbon.

Get to know the city and then head off to the neighbouring towns to discover places like Aveiro, Coimbra, Sintra, Cascais or Nazaré. It's true that in the old parts of the cities the streets are cobbled and have some steep sections, but those who go say the effort is worth it.

Portugal is a country where you can find a bit of everything, with delicious food and dishes such as Francesinha, Feijoada, Queijo da Serra or Torradas, among many other mouth-watering treats. It is also a destination that suits every budget and is ideal for short breaks.

If you'd like to travel to Portugal in a wheelchair, click here and find out what we have prepared for you.

5. ACCESSIBLE BEACHES IN LANZAROTE

After seeing some accessible plans among the snow or in chilly temperatures, we decided to include a slightly more tempting one for those of you who aren't big fans of winter. Let's take a Kit Kat break and head to Lanzarote, even if only for as long as these lines last.

This small island in the Canary Islands is perfect for an accessible getaway in search of sun and mild temperatures. You can recharge your batteries and get back to the routine with an enviable tan.

In Lanzarote you'll discover a different, authentic land, with volcanic landscapes that seem to take us straight to another planet. Take a trip to Timanfaya National Park, where they have an accessible coach; the visit won't disappoint you.

Here you can relax by the sea and stop at one of its bars and terraces to enjoy the views while savouring the local food or trying one of its wines with a designation of origin.

Lanzarote is waiting for you! Click here if you'd like more information.

Haven't we mentioned the destination you had in mind? Don't worry, we have plenty of aces up our sleeve. Just tell us where you'd like to go and we'll prepare it just the way you like.