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Follow along as I travel the world with one hand, a passport and my power wheelchair, advocating for improved accessibility and sharing tips to guide your travels.
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Wheelchair Travel Newsletter: On the Road to Advocate for Accessible Travel
Notes from the road on my "accessible travel advocacy tour" at the ITS World Congress and National Council on Disability.
Beyond Downtown: Wheelchair Accessible Travel to the Richmond Region
Wheelchair users often focus their travels on urban environments, but on my second trip to Richmond, Virginia, I explored the wider region.
My 10 Favorite Places to Eat in Richmond, Virginia
From Mama Jās southern comfort food to an upscale steakhouse, Richmond, Virginia shows that it has the chops to be a foodie destination.
LAST CALL: Wheelchair Travel Group Trip to Sydney (February 2026)
Let's go Down Under! Bookings for the wheelchair accessible group trip to Sydney, Australia are now open to the public.
Now Booking: February 2026 Wheelchair Travel Group Trip to Sydney
Let's go Down Under! Bookings for the wheelchair accessible group trip to Sydney, Australia are now open for paid members.
Wheelchair Travel Newsletter: Pigeon Forge, New York and MICHELIN Keys
Thrilling rides in Pigeon Forge, In Memoriam in NYC, and a preview of the first Wheelchair Travel Group Trip of 2026.
Wheelchair Accessible Mountain Coaster and Mini Golf in Pigeon Forge
Thrill-seekers can enjoy a wheelchair accessible coaster ride with speeds of up to 30mph in the Great Smoky Mountains!
Wheelchair Accessible Hotel Room at The Wayback, Pigeon Forge
This retro-themed Tribute Portfolio motel offers wheelchair-friendly hotel rooms within walking distance of many Pigeon Forge attractions.
Wheelchair Accessible Room at Hilton Garden Inn NYC Central Park
Located blocks from Central Park, Times Square and Broadway, this wheelchair accessible hotel is a comfortable home base in the Big Apple.
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