“Japan is a great place for accessibility,” says Josh Grisdale who has made Japan his home for almost a decade. Josh has cerebral palsy and has used a power wheelchair since the age of three. He runs a website called Accessible…
“One of the most daunting tasks of traveling can be packing,” shares Scott Chesney, an avid traveler. https://youtu.be/oqVdhKf2uhA Once you know how much you’re able to pack, you can get an idea of what size suitcase you need and what…
Figuring out what questions you need to ask to figure out if a hotel room is accessible can be overwhelming, but have no fear! https://youtu.be/j_NQ6KtAnk8 “As a person traveling with a mobility disability, you have very specific needs and it’s…
You might think a city like Rome, full of ancient ruins, would be impossible for a wheelchair user to access. Well, think again! Traveler Carrie-Ann Lightley has insider tips for navigating the ancient city in a wheelchair. Finding wheelchair access…
“Even though traveling in a wheelchair can be difficult, it is also extremely worth it,” says Shannon Kelly who began traveling abroad right out of high school. “I was 17, in a wheelchair, and a newbie to international travel, but…
If you’ve ever dreamed of exploring the Tuscany region of Italy, read about Wendy Crawford’s trip there – the good, the bad, and everything in between. Getting to Tuscany Wendy had always wanted to travel to Tuscany. “I happen to…
Most airports throughout the US offer accommodations to wheelchair users to make traveling a comfortable experience. But there’s a handful of airports that stand out among the rest. These facilities all offer things like accessible ground transportation and spacious lounges…
“Taking the train when you use a wheelchair is not hard to do.” https://youtu.be/HLVJDT0AD_A Arrive Early: This is a common tip for wheelchair users regardless what mode of travel you choose. Train stations have plenty of places to eat or relax…
It’s no secret that airplane restrooms are a tight squeeze. And sometimes they are impossible for a wheelchair user to even access. When you’re in a wheelchair and you decide to fly, your wheelchair won’t be stored in the cabin…
Let’s face it … getting through airport security is generally nobody’s idea of fun regardless of whether you are walking or rolling through. But here’s some advice from well-traveled wheelchair user Mark Chilutti on what to expect when it comes…