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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.

Aerial view of kayaks and boats on the water near a waterfall.

Best Travel Quotes: 15 Quotes to Inspire Adventure and Exploration

This list of the best travel quotes will expose you to new perspectives and are filled with inspiration for your next travel adventure.

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People walking on a city street in Dublin, Ireland.

These 10 Countries Have the Most Widespread Coronavirus Outbreaks

Data tells us which countries have the highest rates of coronavirus infection, but there are other data points worth considering.

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Exterior view of the Marriott Marquis Washington DC hotel.

Wheelchair Accessible Marriott Marquis Washington DC Hotel

Wheelchair accessible rooms, a skybridge to the convention center and easy metro access make this hotel is a great choice for Washington DC visitors.

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Coronavirus Antibody Tests are Available — Here’s How to Get One

Medical diagnostics company LabCorp is providing coronavirus serology (antibody) testing at nearly 2,000 locations, including at many Walgreens stores.

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Hand pressed against the outside of a glass window.

Thoughts on Accessible Travel After 2 Months in Quarantine

Young adults may feel at ease while engaging in leisure travel, but disabled people will likely take a more cautious approach to travel this summer.

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Rendering of the future Marriott Hotel Al Amaterra.

20% Discount on Marriott Hotels Gift Cards for Future Travel

Take 20% off Marriott eGift Cards, which can be used to pay for future hotel stays, dining and spa treatments at more than 7,000 hotels worldwide.

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Delta Air Lines boarding gate area at airport.

Disabled Passengers Aren’t Required to Board the Airplane First

In this time of the coronavirus pandemic, it may make sense for disabled airline passengers to waive their right to preboarding and board last instead.

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Fresh bites meal food and packaging displayed in a hotel room.

The Unintended Public Health Benefits of Marriott’s Fresh Bites Program

Although Marriott implemented Fresh Bites as a sustainability initiative, it offers many public health benefits well suited for the era of COVID-19.

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Stuffed louse next to glass of champagne on airplane tray table in business class.

The Strange Story of How I Came to Travel with a Stuffed Louse

The story of a stuffed louse who was adopted by a community of frequent flyers and launched a campaign to curtail the spread of gate lice in airports.

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