Accessible Travel, General
Accessible travel, often referred to as "wheelchair travel" because so many people with disabilities who travel do so in wheelchairs, is not only possible, it can be highly enjoyable with a bit of advance planning and some insider travel tips. What questions should you ask? Do you need to work with a travel agent who specializes in accessible travel? In general, what are your legal rights when traveling with a disability? Answers to these questions and more can be found in the following articles.
Handicapped Accessible Travel to Paris – With so much to see in Paris and such large variation in accessibility, disabled travelers to Paris will need to be sure that they plan their trip carefully. At a minimum, disabled visitors can use the...
Venice is one of the most popular destinations in the world, yet few tourists with disabilities tackle it because of the intimidating bridges throughout the city. While there are hundreds of bridges connecting the islands, they can be avoided if you...
So You Want to Tour Venice in a Wheelchair? You Can. Find Out How
It was a beautiful day on the slopes as John Sage checked his gear and looked forward to the downhill run. That sun-kissed day in 2001 didn’t turn out the way he had planned, for an accident left John with a T-4 Spinal Cord Injury that confined him...
Good Looking, Athletic and 22; Could Life Get Much Better Than That?
Do you have a child with a disability? Find out how one father petitioned for an FAA exemption for his child with special needs.
Articles
How One Corporation Stepped Up to the Plate after State Government Cuts in Accessible Transportation
Disaboom is concerned about state government spending cuts in accessible transportation services which directly impacts seniors and persons with disabilities. While the cuts save governments millions,...
Pros & Cons of the Electric Wheelchair Driving Pedestrian
Today I went out into the world with some big new wheels. I won't go into detail about them here, but they are amazing, and big! This major event reminded me about my relationship with pedestrians,...
American Idol Contestant Gifted with Accessibility
America watched the heart-wrenching story unfold as American Idol contestant Chris Medina wheeled his fiancée, Juliana Ramos in to meet the judges.
Hiking Blind: Trail Devices for Happy Camping
Check out our product tips for the blind, trail assistive tech that lets you take off on hiking and camping adventures for visually impaired people and their friends.
Accessible Playground, Wheelchair-Friendly Shopping Near Vancouver
Play with your child on the handicap accessible playground between sessions of wheelchair-accessible shopping and adaptive skiing at Whistler ski resort, where the community is tailored to people...
When Your Accessible Travel Plans Go Awry: How to Effectively Complain
Ever wonder why some people end up with upgrades and refunds whenever they encounter less than adequate wheelchair-access, while others walk away with zero compensation?
