Emerging Horizons

Capitol Reef Resort Renovates Wheelchair-Accessible Room

February 27, 2016

Although chain hotels change hands frequently, generally speaking they rarely undergo extensive makeovers. In fact, in some cases the only change you can readily detect is a new name on the front door. Gladly that’s not the case with Capitol … 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

Wheelchair Accessible UK Motorcoach Tours

February 13, 2016

Wheelchair-accessible motorcoach tours to the Wyre and Fylde areas of the UK are now available through Comfy Tours, a Blackpool-based husband-and-wife enterprise. Owners Heath and Kathryn try to make their tours accessible to all, because as a former caregiver Kathryn … Read More

Round-up behind the stage at The Symphony in the Flint Hills

Plan Ahead for The Symphony in the Flint Hills

February 6, 2016

This story has been updated. emerginghorizons.com/plan-ahead-for-the-symphony-in-the-flint-hills/

A eclectic mixture of classical music and cowboy culture, the Symphony in the Flint Hills (www.symphonyintheflinthills.org) celebrates the history, ecology and culture of the last stand of native tallgrass prairie. Now in … Read More

Dahlia garden at Mendocino Coastal Botanical Gardens

Wheelchair-Accessible Upgrades at Mendocino Botanical Gardens

February 2, 2016

Located along California’s scenic Highway 1 in Fort Bragg, the Mendocino Coast Botanical Garden (www.gardenbythesea.org) is a must-see on any north coast itinerary. Not only does it have one of the best rhododendron collections in the state, but … Read More

Snuggle Up With Your True Love at These Wheelchair-Accessible Mendocino Inns

February 2, 2016

You just can’t find a better romantic backdrop than the Northern California coast; and in that respect, remote Mendocino County tops the list. From the crashing waves along the rugged coastline, to the solitude of the coastal redwood forests, Mother … Read More

Cambodian Airline Charges Outrageous Fee for Lift Access

January 30, 2016

Cambodian airline Bassaka Air is in hot water after charging wheelchair-user Rahma El Siddig Gasm Elbari Mustafa $240 to use the ambulift to board the aircraft. Her friends offered to carry her aboard the plane, but because of security issues … Read More

Entrance to the Aquarium Pyramid at Moody Gardens in Galveston, Texas

Wheelchair Access At Galveston’s Moody Gardens

January 23, 2016

Although there’s no shortage of frolicking offspring on the Moody Gardens website (www.moodygardens.com), this Galveston theme park is far from a kids-only enclave. In fact, may adults have had a very entertaining and educational time at this giant … Read More

A Wheelchair-Accessible Lake Mead Cruise

January 12, 2016

Cruises are a great way to escape from the rigors of daily life, de-stress and just sit back and watch the rest of the world go by. And the good news is, you don’t have to spend an arm-and-a-leg to … Read More

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

Enjoy a Little Wheelchair-Accessible Luxury at Ojo Caliente

December 26, 2015

Located two hours north of Albuquerque, Ojo Caliente (www.ojocalientesprings.com) started out life a rustic retreat, but over the years it has matured into a five-star luxury resort. Today guests can soak in the natural lithia, iron, arsenic and … Read More

Boardwalk and viewing platform at Laguna Point in MacKerricher State Park

Looking for Gray Whales? Head to MacKerricher State Park

December 23, 2015

Located three miles north of Fort Bragg, MacKerricher State Park (www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=436) occupies a prime piece of California real estate. The habitat and scenery are diverse, and you just can’t beat the beach, bluff and headland views of the … Read More

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In The News

Capitol Reef Resort Renovates Wheelchair-Accessible Room

Should I Disclose my Disability Before I Book a Tour?

Wheelchair Accessible UK Motorcoach Tours

Plan Ahead for The Symphony in the Flint Hills

Wheelchair-Accessible Upgrades at Mendocino Botanical Gardens

Snuggle Up With Your True Love at These Wheelchair-Accessible Mendocino Inns

Cambodian Airline Charges Outrageous Fee for Lift Access

Wheelchair Access At Galveston’s Moody Gardens

A Wheelchair-Accessible Lake Mead Cruise

In Search of an Affordable Family Cabin

Enjoy a Little Wheelchair-Accessible Luxury at Ojo Caliente

Looking for Gray Whales? Head to MacKerricher State Park

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