John Morris

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John Morris is known for traveling the world with one hand, a passport and his power wheelchair. He founded WheelchairTravel.org in 2015 and has flown more than one million miles as a wheelchair user.

John with his co-panelists at a conference.

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.

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John, Stevie, Robert and friends pictured on the porch of a historic inn.

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.

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Steakhouse restaurant and bar area with booths and tables.

My 10 Favorite Places to Eat in Richmond, Virginia

From Mama J’s southern comfort food to an upscale steakhouse, Richmond, Virginia shows that it has the chops to be a foodie destination.

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Collage of images from Australia, plus a now booking message for 2026 Wheelchair Travel Group Trip to Sydney.

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.

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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.

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John seated at a table inside the Russian Tea Room in New York City.

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.

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Selfie of John and Stevie riding mountain coaster in Pigeon Forge.

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!

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Close-up view of bed, curtains, lamp and artwork in motel room.

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.

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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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