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.

Crosswalk with colored LED warning lights embedded in curb ramp.

Innovative Sidewalk Feature Spotted in Australia Improves Accessibility

Crosswalk status indicators at ground level featuring colored LED lights are an innovative accessibility feature that improves safety.

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Aerial view of Delta Air Lines Airbus A330 aircraft on runway.

Ranking the Best and Worst U.S. Airlines of 2022 for Wheelchair Users

Using data from the U.S. Department of Transportation, we’ve ranked airlines across several measures of airline quality, including rate of wheelchair damage and disability complaints.

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Cable car en route to a tall mountain above dense tree cover, with the ocean in the background.

5 Wheelchair Accessible Cable Cars for Your Bucket List

Cable cars have existed for more than 100 years, and these 5 are wheelchair accessible and offer some of the world’s most incredible aerial views!

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Skyline of the city of Rome's ancient quarter, including the Colosseum and Roman Forum.

How I Booked A Last-Minute Trip to Rome with Points & Miles

I booked a trip to Rome with less than 24 hours notice. Airline miles and hotel points reduced the financial burden of unexpected last-minute travel.

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John seated in his power wheelchair shaking hands with Pope Francis, who is seated in a manual wheelchair.

I Met Pope Francis in Rome — Here’s How You Can Too

Disabled visitors to the Pope’s Wednesday General Audience in Vatican City have a unique opportunity to meet Pope Francis.

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Mailbag: Clear Space Under Hotel Room Beds for Hoyer Lifts

Hotels with platform beds prevent many disabled guests from using a Hoyer lift to transfer safely into bed. Here’s what can be done.

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Miniature golf course with a ferris wheel in the background.

Wheelchair Accessible Mini Golf Course at St. Louis Union Station

St. Louis Union Station Mini Golf offers 18 holes of wheelchair-friendly miniature golf, with barrier-free entry and accessible golf clubs.

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5 Wheelchair Accessibility Barriers at Railroad Crossings That Can Cause Serious Injury or Death

The number of incidents involving wheelchair users stuck on the train tracks is shocking — here’s why it happens and how to cross safely.

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Airport wheelchairs abandoned in a hallway.

The “No Man’s Land” for Airport Disability Assistance

What is the scope of airport wheelchair assistance? Where does it begin and end? We examine the regulatory requirements to find the answer.

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