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Puerto Vallarta Beach Wheelchairs

June 6, 2014

Beach wheelchairs are now available for rent in Puerto Vallarta, from Beach Crossers, a Washington-based company. Bilingual reservation agents are available to book either a DeBug beach wheelchair or a Hippocamp, for use on the beaches of Puerto Vallarta and … Read More

Barcelona Wheelchair Access Information

June 6, 2014

If a trip to Barcelona is in your future, then be sure and check out the access section of the Barcelona Turisme website at https://www.barcelona-access.com/. This handy resource contains loads of information about access in Barcelona, including access details … Read More

Wheelchair-Accessible San Juan Transportation

March 6, 2014

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

Wheelchair-Accessible UK & Ireland

March 6, 2014

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

Planning an Accessible Vacation: Wheelchair Van Rentals

March 4, 2013

Although the availability of wheelchair-accessible ground transportation has greatly improved over the past 10 years, sometimes it’s just more practical to drive your own vehicle. This is especially true if you’re planning a vacation that includes a visit to a … Read More

New ADA Regulations Make Hotels More Accessible

July 4, 2012

Change is in the year this spring, thanks to the implementation of some new access regulations that were adopted in 2010. As of March 15, 2012 the hospitality industry will have to substantially change the way they book accessible rooms. … Read More

Three Great Resources to Help You Slash Your Wheelchair-Accessible Lodging Costs

July 4, 2012

Contrary to popular belief, you don’t have to spend an arm and a leg to find wheelchair-accessible lodging. Granted, many high end hotels and resorts offer excellent facilities for wheelchair-users and slow walkers; however most people completely overlook these accessible … Read More

A Wheelchair Accessible Yosemite Falls Hike

June 4, 2011

There’s a reason Yosemite Falls is the most visited landmark in Yosemite Valley. Quite frankly, it’s a spectacular sight. May is usually the best time to see Yosemite Falls at its peak; and the good news is, there’s a nice … Read More

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Puerto Vallarta Beach Wheelchairs

Barcelona Wheelchair Access Information

Wheelchair-Accessible San Juan Transportation

Wheelchair-Accessible UK & Ireland

Planning an Accessible Vacation: Wheelchair Van Rentals

New ADA Regulations Make Hotels More Accessible

Three Great Resources to Help You Slash Your Wheelchair-Accessible Lodging Costs

A Wheelchair Accessible Yosemite Falls Hike

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