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City bus moving along roadway in Scotland.

Local Bus App Will Let You Know if Wheelchair Space is Available

byJohn Morris
July 9, 2020

A new feature on a city bus app makes travel planning easier by showing passengers how many seats are available, and if the wheelchair space is vacant.

TTravel Industry News

Can You Travel There? Free Map Lists Travel Restrictions by Country

byJohn Morris
July 7, 2020

Many countries have closed their borders to international visitors, but an interactive map from IATA will tell you where you can and cannot go right now.

Ryan Smith seated in his wheelchair in front of a brick wall and green foliage.

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Podcast Episode 3: Exploring Egypt with Ryan Smith of Freewheel Weekends

byJohn Morris
July 6, 2020

Ryan Smith talks accessible travel in Egypt, where he visited the Pyramids of Giza, Valley of the Kings and Luxor Temple with his wheelchair.

Colorful buildings in front of the water in Copenhagen, Denmark.

TTransportation

The City Where Bus Drivers Aren’t Required to Let Wheelchair Users on the Bus

byJohn Morris
July 3, 2020

Copenhagen may be the only city in the world where city bus drivers aren't required to put the ramp out to let wheelchair users board the bus.

Wheelchair user looking through an accessible viewfinder towards a city skyline.

SSite News

Your Response is Needed in the 2020 Accessible Travel Survey

byJohn Morris
June 30, 2020

With your support, this survey conducted by WheelchairTravel.org is likely to become the largest ever study of consumer demand for accessible travel.

Woman in wheelchair pictured in front of steps with colorful tiles.

PPodcast

Podcast Episode 2: Circling the Globe in a Wheelchair with Blandine Even

byJohn Morris
June 24, 2020

Blandine Even discusses traveling around the world with her wheelchair, to destinations like Beijing, Sydney and Rio de Janeiro and Easter Island.

Large LAX sign outside the Los Angeles Airport.

PPersonal Stories

Why I Leave the Airport During Layovers at LAX

byJohn Morris
June 24, 2020

Long layover at LAX? There is a better way to spend your time than waiting in the airport: grab a bite to eat and watch planes land at In-N-Out Burger.

Golden Gate Bridge against a clear blue sky.

TTourist Activities

How to Visit the Golden Gate Bridge as a Wheelchair User

byJohn Morris
June 23, 2020

Apart from the White House and Statue of Liberty, the wheelchair accessible Golden Gate Bridge is surely America's most recognizable landmark.

Slice of deep dish pizza being lifted from the whole pie.

FFood & Restaurants

How I Brought a Taste of Chicago to Florida During Quarantine

byJohn Morris
June 22, 2020

Even while travel and vacations are suspended, you can still enjoy foods from your favorite restaurants shipped directly to your home.

Two men in professional attire conversing in an office, one a wheelchair user.

DDisability Rights

What is an ADA Coordinator?

byJohn Morris
June 18, 2020

The ADA and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act require government entities and organizations receiving federal funding to appoint an ADA Coordinatior.

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