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How to Make Travel Accessible for the Disabled and Elderly

Most Americans have a destination in mind that they would love to explore. Unfortunately,…

Yet Another Way Accommodations for the Disabled Are Being Abused

We all hate the line at the security check anywhere, but especially at the airport. But…

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Air Travel Tips for People with Disabilities

Details: Published on Wednesday, 30 January 2013 10:22

Air travel is one of the most active and efficient ways to travel. But for people with disabilities this form of transportation has long been difficult and for some impossible to use, especially independently. With the expansion of laws such as the Air Carrier Access Act, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has greatly improved the accessibility of air travel for many types of disabilities. Knowing your rights and the available services will greatly improve the chances of worry-free travel.

Cruising to the Bahamas in a Wheelchair

Details: Published on Sunday, 30 October 2011 12:44

Traveling with a disability can be challenging, especially when visiting another country. It is even more challenging when you use a power wheelchair. Recently my children and I embarked upon this venture by taking a trip abroad. We decided to take a cruise to the

Great Places to Visit for Barrier-Free Travel

Details: Published on Saturday, 21 January 2012 16:31

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Resources for Traveling

Details: Published on Sunday, 05 February 2012 03:19

AbilityTrip
www.abilitytrip.com
A centralized resource for accessible travel information – a travel guide – for the community of disabled travelers and their companions. Most areas worldwide are accessed.

How to Make Travel Accessible for the Disabled and Elderly

Details: Published on Wednesday, 17 October 2012 08:51

Most Americans have a destination in mind that they would love to explore. Unfortunately, too many Americans feel confined by aches and pains or disability. According to a study by Dr. Liza Lezzoni of Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, arthritis and other joint problems, back problems, accidental falls, heart disease, motor vehicle accidents, and chronic lung disease are the primary causes behind adult mobility issues. However, mobility difficulties are not exclusive to the elderly community by any means. Children who endured traumatic injuries or have been diagnosed with neurological or musculoskeletal conditions also face accessibility issues. Discover how today's medical equipment and tourism programs are enabling the mobility challenged to sightsee in foreign lands or visit cherished yet distant family members.

Yet Another Way Accommodations for the Disabled Are Being Abused

Details: Published on Tuesday, 09 October 2012 12:01

We all hate the line at the security check anywhere, but especially at the airport. But most of us follow the rules and wait our turn. Some though, choose not to and instead try to cheat the system.

It is becoming common practice among able-bodied passengers at the airport to fake a disability in order to fast track their way through the security check. They usually lie about having an illness that makes it difficult for them to stand in the line, request a wheelchair and some even go as far as faking a limp.

Accessibility and Sustainibility Organizations Combine to Improve Accessible Travel

Details: Published on Thursday, 24 May 2012 11:30

The global leaders in sustainable and accessible design, Sustainable Travel International (STI) and The European Network on Accessible Tourism (ENAT), have partnered to improve their approach and reach.

How to Plan a Trip When You Have Special Needs

Details: Published on Friday, 18 May 2012 16:03

Vacations offer the opportunity to get away from it all. But it can be a difficult process to make proper plans when you have special needs. But it's not impossible to enjoy a enjoyable worry free vacation if you plan correctly.

A disability is any physical or mental difference that affects the way you perform life's daily activities.

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