Written by Carrie-Ann Lightly, August 30, 2024 Accessing the countryside can be challenging for disabled people, whether the barriers are caused by terrain, gates and stiles, or unsuitable mobility equipment. So, it’s always exciting to find new wheelchair accessible walks, with all-terrain equipment hire options that allow me to enjoy outdoor adventures. Talkin Tarn Country Park […]
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Paris 2024: Games Wide Open!
All eyes are turned to Paris in 2024, as they deliver Games that they say are “more responsible, more inclusive, more equal and more spectacular than ever before”. Written by Travel Without Limits Editorial Team, July 30, 2024 The Paris 2024 Games are set to be the biggest sporting event ever organized in France. The Paralympic Games will […]
7-day Escorted Accessible Edinburgh and the Scottish Highlands Group Trip – June 7-13, 2025
Written by Desiree, Sage Traveling, August 20, 2024 June 7-13, 2025 (7-day/6-nights) We’re excited to announce that it’s finally here… Our 2025 escorted 7-Day (6-nights) Accessible Edinburgh and the Scottish Highlands Group Trip! Join us for a unique, fun, and unforgettable accessible vacation in a breathtaking travel destination. Enjoy 7-days (6-nights) in the history-rich Edinburgh and the […]
The Olympic Village, Medical Tourism and a Perfect Flight
Written by John Morris, WheelchairTravel.org, August 16, 2024 My Olympic journey of some two weeks ended this past Sunday, and I skipped town just before the closing ceremony commenced. I made last-minute edits and sent last week’s newsletter from just outside Parc des Princes, the iconic football stadium in Paris where the women’s soccer gold […]
ALS Ice Bucket Challenge
Written by ALS Society of Canada, August 6, 2024 Join the global movement: ALS Canada calls on Canadians to take the plunge and continue the momentum of the Ice Bucket Challenge Reflecting on the viral phenomenon of 2014 that united more than 260,000 Canadians and raised more than $17.2 million for ALS research, advocacy, information […]
Jet Lag, Olympic Gold, and Broadening Accessibility
Written by John Morris, WheelchairTravel.org, August 10, 2024 Hello again from Paris, France! The 2024 Olympic Games are winding down, with the closing ceremony scheduled to take place on Sunday. I had originally planned to depart Paris this past Wednesday for Brussels, Belgium, but adjusted my plans to take in more Olympic contests and to spend […]