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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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Join the Wheelchair Travel Group Trip to Spain
Bookings for the accessible group trip to Barcelona, Spain and the Catalonia region are now open to the Wheelchair Travel community.
Now Booking: September 2025 Wheelchair Travel Group Trip to Spain
Bookings for the accessible group trip to Barcelona, Spain and the Catalonia region are now open for paid subscribers.
Welcome to the New Wheelchair Travel Newsletter
An important update about the Wheelchair Travel website and newsletter, and details about your subscription.
Recognized in Condé Nast Traveller's "25 People Making the World More Accessible"
The popular travel publication highlighted advocates and entrepreneurs who are making travel more accessible for disabled people.
Wheelchair Travel Newsletter: The Butterfly Migration and Overheard in Charlotte
Accessible travel highlights from the Florida Museum, and a conversation that could mark a big change for disabled airline passengers.
New DOT Leadership, the Shadow Precedent and the Future of Accessibility Policy
Secretary Pete is out, and former Congressman Sean Duffy is (nearly) in — here’s what that means for accessible travel advocacy.
2024 Accessible Travel Year in Review: Top 10 Trips to Remember
Reflections on a year of accessible travel that saw this wheelchair user take 100+ flights, visit 13 countries and experience many firsts.
DOT Announces “Landmark” Expansion of Accessible Air Travel Rights for Wheelchair Users
The USDOT released a final rule requiring airlines to meet higher standards for accommodating wheelchair users and disabled passengers.
Wheelchair Travel Newsletter: Air Travel Rules, Holiday Travel and Lemurs
Greetings from Florida this holiday season, and thoughts on the DOT's newly released final rule for accessible air travel.
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