The Access Adventure journal

August 2021 - Access Adventure

Cruise reporting, practical access guidance, reader questions, and firsthand notes for traveling with confidence.

10 Wheelchair Accessible Things to do in Toronto

Written by Laura, A Piece of Travel, January 26, 2020 Home to one of the Seven Wonders of the Modern World and offering stunning views of Lake Ontario, Toronto is a must-see on any visit to Canada. In this guide, we’ll show you ten incredible wheelchair accessible things to do in Toronto. Before we jump […]

2021 New Orleans Jazz Fest Moved to October

Written by Candy B Harrington, August 23, 2021 Although the 2020 New Orleans Jazz Fest was cancelled due to COVID-19, the 2021 event is scheduled go on as planned after a slight date adjustment. Traditionally held in the spring, the 2021 event has been moved to October 8-17 for 2021. Says Producer/Director Quint Davis, “We […]

Ultimate Wheelchair Accessible Adirondacks Travel Guide

Written by CORY LEE June, 2021 If you are anything like me, you immediately envision skyscrapers, the Statue of Liberty, and maybe even start singing Broadway songs at the top of your lungs when you think of New York. Am I right? Sure, New York City is an incredible destination and it’s typically the first […]

Wheelchair Accessible San Diego

Written by Laura, A Piece of Travel, October 2020 Ah, San Diego. From beaches to a modern downtown to its historic old town, San Diego offers a plethora of activities for wheelchair users. In this post, I’ll cover eighteen amazing wheelchair accessible things to do in San Diego. But first, let’s take a look at […]

Best Things To Do In Juneau Alaska As A Wheelchair User

Written by Cory Lee, April 2018 I recently had the chance to check off a huge bucket list item of mine: Cruise Alaska! I’ve heard for years that one of the best wheelchair accessible cruises in the world is through Alaska and on at least a weekly basis, I receive messages from others asking about […]

Accessibility Review: Costa Maya, Mexico

Written by Sylvia Longmire March 15, 2019 Costa Maya is one of the most popular Western Caribbean ports of call for cruise ships. This port is also beneficial for wheelchair users because all cruise ships dock here, so no tenders are required. However, there are considerable limitations for activities beyond the port area, as you will […]