Written by Valerie Rocha, for Wheeltheworld.com, July 28, 2023 Share Hi! My name is Valeria Rocha. I’m 34 years old, a Wheel the World Software Engineer, and a power wheelchair user. I…
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Exploring the Capital with Ease: Wheelchair Accessible Things to Do in Washington, DC
Written by Chillie Falls, AccessAdventure.net, July 28, 2023 Washington, DC, the heart of the United States, is a city teeming with history, culture, and iconic landmarks. For wheelchair users, the city’s commitment…
DOT Announces New Requirements for Accessible Lavatories on Smaller Airplanes
Written by John Morris, WheelChairTravel.org, July 26, 2023 Secretary Pete Buttigieg and the Department of Transportation have published a final rule for wheelchair accessible lavatories on single-aisle aircraft with 125 seats or more. The…
‘They brought it up in three different pieces’: Traveler’s chair damaged on short flight
Written by Zach Wichter, USA Today, July 26, 2023 It could have been worse for Karin Strickland. Her wheelchair was damaged during an April flight on American Airlines, but she said that…
Exploring Skagway, Alaska: A Wheelchair-Accessible Paradise
Written by Chillie Falls, July 26, 2023 Introduction Nestled within the breathtaking landscape of Alaska’s Inside Passage, Skagway is a charming town that boasts rich history, stunning scenery, and an abundance of…
Travel Without Limits Is Available For eReaders!
Written by Julie Jones, Have Wheelchair Will Travel Travel Without Limits: Issue #9: March 2023 Kindle Edition by Julie Jones (Author) Format: Kindle Edition Book 7 of 7: Travel Without Limits See all formats and editions With…
Quick Guide to Wheelchair Accessible Taxis
Written by Ethan Goddard, for Wheel The World, July 21, 2023 Are taxis a suitable mode of accessible transportation for individuals with disabilities? They can be, depending on where you are and…