Archive for Category: "Accessible Travel"
Travel Tip: Adaptive Sports Programs this Winter Season
With snow already falling at some ski resorts, winter sports programs are gearing up. And the good news is, there is a host of adaptive sports programs for disabled travelers. Disabled Sports Eastern Sierra runs its ski and snowboarding program from Mammoth Mountain Ski Area. Their instructors create a customized program depending your individual needs. [...]
Travel Tip: 2012 Paralympics Tickets
Sure, all the buzz is about the Summer Games in London next year. But tickets are also going on sale for the Paralympic Games, which will take place the week after. Between August 29 and September 9, the event will feature 22 athletic events. We’re talking everything from Judo to swimming, cycling, and wheelchair rugby. [...]
Bangkok Markets, Shopping & Thai Travel Tips: Suzy Gershman’s BKK Postcard
World traveler and shopper extraordinaire Suzy Gershman returns to the markets of Bangkok, Thailand. In between shopping adventures, she shares the off-season hotel and restaurant deals available to those willing to brave the summer heat. Dear Peter, Summer is a great time to visit Asia. Yes, it’s hot and humid just like at home, but [...]
Accessible France: Travel Tips For Wheelchair Users
Though France presents certain challenges with accessible travel, correspondent Emma Verrill argues that the “je ne sais quoi” of French life outweighs any potential frustration. Her tips aim to make travel in France a memorable experience despite physical challenges. Traveling requires patience and organization, and traveling with a disability takes even more preparation. After spending [...]
TSA Says It Acted Appropriately In Demanding Removal Of Terminally Ill 95-Year-Old’s Adult Diaper
The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is now disputing claims that its agents asked a 95-year-old woman to remove her adult diaper after the story sparked national outrage. The TSA has been discussing this story in the media for two days prior to denying the claim. The incident occurred nearly 10 days ago at the Northwest [...]
Wheelchair-Accessible Lodgings London: 7 Accessible London Hotels Reviewed
With all the taxis, buses, and major attractions in London being wheelchair-friendly, one would think it’s the perfect vacation for accessible travel. However, less than 2 percent of London’s hotel rooms offer wheelchair access. Barbara and Jim Twardowski, RN, investigate accessible options and offer tips for finding the right hotel room to meet the disabled [...]
Wheelchair-Accessible Lodgings London: 7 Accessible London Hotels Reviewed
With all the taxis, buses, and major attractions in London being wheelchair-friendly, one would think it’s the perfect vacation for accessible travel. However, less than 2 percent of London’s hotel rooms offer wheelchair access. Barbara and Jim Twardowski, RN, investigate accessible options and offer tips for finding the right hotel room to meet the disabled [...]
Paraplegic Skier Talks Accessible Travel And Adaptive Sports In Park City
Getting paid to blog about your ski adventures? That’s just one of the crazy experiences Andy Campbell has had in his lifetime. Peter sat down with this British war veteran who was paralyzed in a climbing accident about his foray into adaptive sports. Plus, Campbell shares tips on finding accessible winter activities in Park City, [...]
