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Candy B. Harrington

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Are Segways Allowed on Cruise Ships?

I’d like to go on a cruise, but I use a Segway as a mobility device. Are the cruise lines required to accommodate me and allow me to bring and operate my Segway on board?

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A Wheelchair-Accessible Door County Retreat

Located on three acres just outside of Egg Harbor, this six-room property offers a wide variety of choices for wheelchair-users and slow walkers. There is level access to the front door, with good pathway access inside. Low pile carpet without … Read More

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The western approach to Banff National Park

Wheelchair-Accessible Banff and Beyond

Located in the Rocky Mountains on Alberta’s western border, Banff National Park draws visitors from around the world. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is filled with alpine landscapes, mountain lakes, and acre upon acre of unspoiled wilderness. With so much … Read More

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Cancun Wheelchair Rental

I’m traveling to Cancun with my mother, who really needs a wheelchair for distance. She’s OK with using the airport wheelchair, and even walking a little, but I’d really like to rent a manual wheelchair in Cancun just to be

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Brazilian Access Study Released

The results of the first national Brazilian study on travel and disability were released in the last quarter of 2013. According to the study, the cities that offer the best accessibility in the country are Recife, Sao Paulo, Rio de … Read More

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Glacier National Park Adds Accessible Red Buses

On January 15, 2014 Xanterra Parks and Resorts assumed operations of the lodging, restaurants, retail establishments and the famous White Motor Company Red Buses in Montana’s Glacier National Park. Under the terms of the new contract, Xanterra will rehabilitate a … Read More

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NYC to Add More Wheelchair-Accessible Taxis

A settlement agreement has been reached in a 2011 lawsuit that alleged New York City was in violation of the Americans with Disabilities Act, for the lack of wheelchair-accessible taxis in the city. Under the terms of the agreement, regulations … Read More

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Wheelchair-Accessible San Juan Transportation

Emerging Horizons reader and frequent Puerto Rico traveler Tim Elliott recently shared some helpful information about finding affordable wheelchair-accessible transportation in San Juan. He reported using the Llame y Viaje (call and travel) program, which is operated by the San … Read More

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Wheelchair-Accessible UK & Ireland

Scotland for All offers personalized wheechair-accessible tours around the United Kingdom and Ireland. Whether you’d like a city tour or a longer road trip through the countryside, Gabriele Tiedtke and Andreas Schneider can provide a customized package for you. Says … Read More

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