Candy B. Harrington

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All Aboard the Accessible Pudding Creek Express!

November 30, 2018

Although Fort Bragg is known for its remote Northern California location and rugged coastal views; most folks completely miss a historic – yet accessible – rail excursion while they’re in town. To be honest, that’s a totally understandable oversight, as … Read More

UK Charity Offers Accessible Canal Boat Rentals

November 27, 2018

Canal Ability is a registered UK charity which offers adapted canal boat rentals to individuals or groups. They currently have three boats in their fleet — the Stort Daybreak the Stort Challenge and the Red Watch. Each boat has ramps … Read More

Finding the Right Shower Chair

November 23, 2018

Have you ever checked into a wheelchair-accessible room, only to find a totally inadequate shower chair in the bathroom? Well, you’re not alone. Truth be told, most people prefer the same model they have at home; however sometimes that’s a … Read More

Need Help with Accessible Transportation to Destination Wedding

November 13, 2018

My sister-in-law is getting married and she wants to have a destination wedding. My husband is a C3 quadriplegic and we are desperately trying to find a travel agent that can help us pick a location that will actually work

Wheelchair Accessible Costa Rica Tour

November 6, 2018

Based in San Jose, Costa Rica, Il Viaggio Travel recently added an eight-day wheelchair-accessible tour to their offerings. This escorted tour includes airport transfers and transportation throughout the country in a lift-equipped vehicle, accommodations in accessible hotels, and assistance from … Read More

Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument — Remote But Wheelchair Accessible

November 2, 2018

Truth be told, you have to go our of your way to visit Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument (www.nps.gov/orpi/index.htm); but it’s definitely worth the effort. Located about three hours south of Phoenix, this international Biosphere Reserve was set … Read More

The Sonoran Desert Inn and Conference Center in Ajo, Arizona

An Arizona Desert Retreat with a Purpose

November 2, 2018

Most lodging establishments exist for one sole purpose – to put heads in beds. Granted a good number of properties support local charities, and as a whole they generally improve the community with an influx of tourism dollars; however these … Read More

100 Things to Do in Baltimore Before You Die

Baltimore Bucket List — Local Author’s Wheelchair Accessible Picks

October 26, 2018

While making plans for a recent Baltimore visit, I had the opportunity to sit down and talk with Judy Colbert, author of 100 Things to Do in Baltimore Before You Die (www.amazon.com/100-Things-Baltimore-Before-You/dp/1681060132). And although I think everyone … Read More

California Haunts

October 24, 2018

There’s something electric about tales of ghosts and goblins; even more so when you actually visit a haunted site. And although I can’t guarantee any spirit sightings or ghostly encounters, these California haunts all have good wheelchair access.

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Factory Tours for All

October 20, 2018

Factory Tours offer a fun peek into the manufacturing process, and many even give out free samples and substantial discounts at their factory stores. And although not all areas of many factories are wheelchair-accessible, more and more companies are making … Read More

Offbeat Yosemite: Six Fun and Funky Accessible Finds

October 18, 2018

Whenever Yosemite National Park is mentioned, visions of Half Dome, Yosemite Falls and El Capitan usually pop to mind. And although these iconic Yosemite attractions are definitely worth a visit, the park also boasts some equally interesting, if not somewhat … Read More

Kodachrome Basin State Park — Utah’s Hidden Gem

October 16, 2018

When folks head out to the Beehive State in search of spectacular scenery, Utah’s Big Five — Zion, Bryce Canyon, Canyonlands, Arches and Capitol Reef National Parks — usually top the must-see list. And although these are worthy sights for … Read More

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Candy B. Harrington

About Candy B. Harrington

Posts by Candy B. Harrington:

All Aboard the Accessible Pudding Creek Express!

UK Charity Offers Accessible Canal Boat Rentals

Finding the Right Shower Chair

Need Help with Accessible Transportation to Destination Wedding

Wheelchair Accessible Costa Rica Tour

Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument — Remote But Wheelchair Accessible

An Arizona Desert Retreat with a Purpose

Baltimore Bucket List — Local Author’s Wheelchair Accessible Picks

California Haunts

Ghost in

Factory Tours for All

Offbeat Yosemite: Six Fun and Funky Accessible Finds

Kodachrome Basin State Park — Utah’s Hidden Gem

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Flying with a Wheelchair? Always Remember the CRO

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How to get a Lifetime National Park Pass

10 Tips for an Affordable and Accessible Road Trip

The Hotel Gave Away Your Accessible Room? Practice Self-Advocacy