Written by Ellery, ACL Staff, May 20, 2025 Before Alaska was known for glaciers, grizzlies, and grandeur, it was a land of golden dreams. At the tail end of the 19th century, tens of thousands of hopeful prospectors braved the wilderness in pursuit of fortune, reshaping the culture and landscape of this northern frontier. Today, […]
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SteamRanger Heritage Railway South Australia
Written by Julie Jones, Have Wheelchair Will Travel, February 25, 2025 Last year we took a quick trip to Adelaide and while staying in Victor Harbor we had the opportunity to take a ride with the SteamRanger Heritage Railway. A variety of heritage steam and diesel hauled trains operate in the area which gives visitors […]
Are You Disabled and Traveling to Italy?
Written by Chillie Falls for AccessAdventure.net with an assist from John Reitmeier Yesterday, I was talking to Nanook of the North John, from Crookston, Minnesota, and he inquired if I knew about SalaBlu. I assumed he was getting ready to tell me a joke. “No, he said. “These people are meeting my at the luggage […]
How Accessible Are Avanti West Coast Trains for Wheelchair Users?
Written by Simply Emma, October 13, 2023 Being a wheelchair user, I find it more convenient and comfortable to travel shorter distances by train. Not only does it eliminate the hassle and stress of air travel, but it also means that I can stay in my power wheelchair throughout the entire journey, which adds to […]
The Key Differences Between Wheel the World Group Tours and Multi-day Trips
Written by Dominga Schlotfeld for WheelTheWorld.com, May 25, 2023 For people with disabilities, planning a trip can be a challenge. With often hard-to-find accessibility information, the apprehension of social and physical barriers in certain destinations, and sometimes previously bad experiences, planning an accessible trip can be more stressful than it should be. But don’t worry! […]
Travelling from London to Paris on an Accessible Train
Written by the Bimblers, August 26, 2022 Paris is one of the world’s favourite destinations for tourists. As I mentioned in Wheelchair Accessible Places to Visit in Paris, it’s on my bucket list. As you probably know, you can get to Paris by bus, flight, or train from London. Flying used to be the quickest way […]