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 […]
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Accessible Travel, Field-Tested
Cruise reporting, practical access guidance, reader questions, and firsthand notes for traveling with confidence.
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 […]
Spitfire Scout 4-Wheel Drive Scooter
Continuing with our research on a mobility scooter, The Scout 4 is a wonderful travel scooter for those wanting a lightweight (94 pounds) scooter that can go the distance for a full days worth of activities. The Spitfire Scout 4-wheel genuinely is the best mobility scooter for your on-the-go lifestyle. The Scout can be easily […]
How Accessible Is The Carnival Sunrise?
I sailed on the Carnival Sunrise from Fort Lauderdale in February 2020, just before the onslaught of Covid and the shutdown of the cruise industry. While overall, it was a good cruise, there were several issues for a mobility challenged solo traveler–not all the fault of the Carnival Sunrise. But, several things to be aware […]
Shopping For A Mobility Scooter
Shopping for a mobility scooter will be the first of several posts showing some available scooters. I am hoping to find a lightweight folding unit that is can easily be thrown in the backseat of my truck or a car. Still it must be strong enough for my obese frame, capable of a healthy range […]
I Accidentally Became A Serious Handicapped Traveler
In the middle of a Norwegian Sun cruise from Port Canaveral, FL, in November, 2019, I accidentally discovered and became a user of Scootaround, and became truly a handicapped traveler. Now, I am ready for the next step to purchase one for my use at home and traveling in my truck. More on that in […]