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 […]
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Netflix Hit ‘Away’
Written by Sylvia Longmire, Spin the Globe, September 20, 2020 Netflix is on a tear in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, and I just can’t get enough of new shows to binge watch during my downtime—especially since world travel isn’t exactly a thing right now. I’m a huge space geek, so I was intrigued […]
Airlines Damage Too Many Wheelchairs Scooters and Mobility Equipment
Written by Talia Lakritz Jul 8, 2021, 2:36 PM for Insider. Lakritz is a senior reporter at Insider. Her work has appeared on Yahoo! News, Thrillist, Travel + Leisure, The Independent, MONEY, and MSN. Airlines break thousands of wheelchairs, scooters, and other mobility equipment per year. A broken wheelchair impacts a disabled person’s mobility, independence, and […]
Visiting U.S. National Parks in a Wheelchair
Written by By Cory Lee, CurbFreewithCoryLee.com June 22, 2021 Posted for moon.com National parks are more popular than ever. But for wheelchair users, exploring the great outdoors can often be a challenge. Hiking on scenic trails, taking in phenomenal views, and camping come to mind when thinking of U.S. national parks—all of which can be […]
4 OF THE BEST THINGS TO DO IN LAKE TAHOE AS A WHEELCHAIR USER
Written by Cory Lee, June 11, 2021 Are you looking for a family outing in a beautiful wheelchair accessible destination? Well, look no further! Bordering California and Nevada is the 122,200-acre freshwater lake known as Lake Tahoe. This major tourist attraction is best known for its beaches and ski resorts. And even better than that is […]
Accessible Royal Caribbean Will Start U.S. Cruising with Six Ships
Written by Chillie Falls June 13, 2021 Royal Caribbean International has announced that six of its ships will begin sailing from Florida and Texas in July and August. The full fleet will be in operation by the end of 2021. By the end of August, 12 Royal Caribbean ships will be cruising once again across The […]