In early February, Canada extended their ban on cruise ships until 2022, thus virtually cancelling the Alaska sailing season for the second year. This was a severe blow to many in the Accessible Community, like me, who were planning a make up cruise after the forced cancellation during 2020 due to Covid 19. Canada’s Minister […]
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Accessible Travel, Field-Tested
Cruise reporting, practical access guidance, reader questions, and firsthand notes for traveling with confidence.
Decision Made On Scooter
After several months of study, I decided to go with my friends from Scootaround. While they are not actually the manufacturer, they handle the one I purchased. Drive Medical ZooMe Auto-Flex, covered all of my needs in that it is a mobile, fold up electric scooter, weighing 50lbs, and approved by all airlines. I will […]
New Homeport For Royal Caribbean
Royal Caribbean is adding a brand-new homeport for Caribbean cruises this winter and will sail from Barbados for the first time. New Ports of Call Grandeur of the Seas will offer three new ports of call, the islands of Tobago, Trinidad and St. Vincent on a series of 7 and 14 night Southern Caribbean Cruises. […]
EZ Light Cruiser Lightweight Fold-able Power Wheelchair
Keep in mind folks when I offer some information on one of the scooters, at this point that is for information purposes only. I am showing you exactly what I am looking at to consider a purchase. I promise this. When I decide, you will know and I will offer a full explantion. EZ Light […]
History Making Carnival Ship Tropicale To Be Scrapped
Once Carnival Tropicale Arrives At Scrapyard Another former Carnival Cruise Line ship arrived at the scrapyard this week, bringing an end to the journey of what was once the Tropicale. If the name doesn’t sound familiar, it’s probably because the ship hasn’t been a part of the Carnival fleet since 2000. After its time with Carnival Cruise […]
Handicap Guide To Amber Cove
During my Carnival Sunrise cruise in February, 2020, I made my first visit to Amber Cove, Dominican Republic. There I found a nearly perfect port of call for any handicapped travelers, or those with virtually any disability. This is my handicap guide to Amber Cove. We docked mid-morning, next to the Carnival Elation. Amber Cove […]