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Mount Whitney viewed from the Alabama Hills

In Search of Western Filming Locations

April 1, 2016

My husband and I plan to take a road trip from Southern California to Utah this summer, and I’m hoping to stop along the way at some filming locations for old western movies or television shows. Do you have any

Can Airlines Charge to Transport a Shower Wheelchair?

March 10, 2016

My wife is severely disabled and must use a wheelchair. When we travel I also pack a shower wheelchair in a suit case. Can they charge me for this shower wheelchair? I called the airline and was told it would … Read More

Should I Disclose my Disability Before I Book a Tour?

February 18, 2016

I use a portable oxygen concentrator for long walks, stairs and hills. I’m pretty fit, and I can walk for three hours with my oxygen in my backpack. I’d like to take a European group tour, and I’m considering not

The Falcon’s Ledge cabin at Wasatch Mountain State park in Utah

In Search of an Affordable Family Cabin

January 1, 2016

I have a child that absolutely loves the outdoors and I’m looking for a rental cabin somewhere in Utah, Wyoming or Colorado. I’m a rugged manual wheelchair-user so it doesn’t have to be totally accessible, but ramp access would be

Wheelchair-Accessible Kauai

November 18, 2015

I’m going to be going to Kauai this winter, and I can’t seem to find much information about accessible things to do there. I use a manual wheelchair. Can you offer me any suggestions?

The big “attraction” on Kauai is … Read More

Wheelchair Traveler Needs Open-Frame Hotel Bed

September 29, 2015

I use a portable hoyer lift when I travel, so I need a open-frame bed in order to use the lift. I’ve noticed that quite a few properties are now using pedestal beds. Can you tell me why? Isn’t an

Standin’ on the Corner Park in Winslow, Arizona

Wheelchair-Accessible Route 66 Roadside Attractions

September 18, 2015

My husband and I are planning a road trip from Kingman, Arizona to Amarillo, Texas this fall. We both love classic cars and Route 66 history, and we are hoping to find some fun and accessible roadside attractions along the

Wheelchair-Accessible Transportation in Rome

June 22, 2015

I’m thinking of traveling to Rome next year and I’d like to make arrangements for wheelchair-accessible day tours and airport transfers. I use a power wheelchair and cannot transfer, so I need an accessible van. Can you recommend a local

Wheelchair-Accessible Washington Hot Springs

June 5, 2015

I use a manual wheelchair and I’d like to take a short break to a place that has hot springs, accessible trails and some type of accessible lodging. I can transfer from my wheelchair to a bath bench, so I

Do Cruise Lines Have to Save Accessible Cabins for Wheelchair-Users?

April 8, 2015

I’m planning a Caribbean cruise and I need an accessible cabin. I’ve tried two different cruise lines and all of the accessible cabins are booked for my preferred dates. I asked the reservation agent if these cabins were booked by

Wheelchair Accessible Appalachian Mountain Club Retreat

March 5, 2015

I’m trying to find a house or retreat center that will accommodate our small family reunion. I’m not sure on the exact head count, but it will probably be between 15 and 25 people. My husband uses a manual wheelchair

Wheelchair-Accessible African Safari

February 28, 2015

I’d like to go on a wheelchair-accessible African safari. I use a manual wheelchair and although I can transfer to a safari vehicle, it’s really better for me to stay in my own wheelchair. Do you have any suggestions?

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In Search of Western Filming Locations

Can Airlines Charge to Transport a Shower Wheelchair?

Should I Disclose my Disability Before I Book a Tour?

In Search of an Affordable Family Cabin

Wheelchair-Accessible Kauai

Wheelchair Traveler Needs Open-Frame Hotel Bed

Wheelchair-Accessible Route 66 Roadside Attractions

Wheelchair-Accessible Transportation in Rome

Wheelchair-Accessible Washington Hot Springs

Do Cruise Lines Have to Save Accessible Cabins for Wheelchair-Users?

Wheelchair Accessible Appalachian Mountain Club Retreat

Wheelchair-Accessible African Safari

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