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New World Records for Fastest Electric Wheelchair and Fastest Garbage Bin

  • byJohn Morris
  • October 6, 2020
Guinness World Records has certified new world speed records for fastest electric wheelchair and fastest speed in a wheeled garbage bin.
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It’s Official: This Las Vegas Hotel & Casino is Entirely Smoke-Free

  • byJohn Morris
  • September 17, 2020
MGM Resorts, owner of properties like Bellagio, New York-New York and others, will be the first to ban smoking at a casino resort on the Las Vegas Strip.
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Guide to U.S. Quarantine and Travel Restrictions by State

  • byJohn Morris
  • September 16, 2020
A number of U.S. states have instituted entry restrictions and mandatory quarantine periods for domestic travelers due to COVID-19.
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Frank Lloyd Wright’s Wheelchair Accessible House, Paralympic Museum Opens and more

  • byJohn Morris
  • August 25, 2020
In 1952, famed architect Frank Lloyd Wright designed a wheelchair accessible home for a paralyzed World War II veteran.
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Accessible Travel Study Reveals When Disabled People Will Be Ready to Travel Again

  • byJohn Morris
  • August 14, 2020
Disabled people participating in the 2020 Accessible Travel Survey reveal when they'll be ready to travel again after the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Great American Outdoors Act Includes Funding for Accessibility at National Parks

  • byJohn Morris
  • August 8, 2020
The GAOA is "the biggest land conservation legislation in a generation" and will bring accessibility improvements to national parks.
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Lyft Pays Wheelchair User $30,000 Settlement, Airline Executive Ignores Quarantine and more

  • byJohn Morris
  • July 10, 2020
Accessible travel news roundup: Lyft settles discrimination claim with wheelchair user, disabled man was forced to live in airport for 110 days and more.
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Can You Travel There? Free Map Lists Travel Restrictions by Country

  • byJohn Morris
  • July 7, 2020
Many countries have closed their borders to international visitors, but an interactive map from IATA will tell you where you can and cannot go right now.
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City Launches Mystery Shopper Program to Review Wheelchair Taxi Service

  • byJohn Morris
  • June 16, 2020
One city recently called on wheelchair users to be mystery shoppers, with the aim of learning about the safety and accessibility of wheelchair taxis.
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Disabled Men Canoeing 2,300 Miles, Wheelchair User Sues Airport, New Accessible Train and more

  • byJohn Morris
  • June 14, 2020
Accessible travel news roundup: Disabled men canoe the Mississippi River, ADA lawsuit against Uber dismissed, a new wheelchair accessible train car & more.
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Just passing through DCA on my way to Florida, but it was a pleasure to experience the iconic “River Visual” landing today — with a superb view of the National Mall. Have to love our nation’s capital city! 53 1
In today’s edition of the Wheelchair Travel Newsletter, I shared the following quote by Robert Louis Stevenson: "We are all travelers in the wilderness of the world, and the best we can find in our travels is an honest friend." 87 10
Gediminas was the Grand Duke of Lithuania from 1315 or 1316 until his death in 1341. He founded what is now the country’s capital city of Vilnius, and is one of the most important figures in the country’s history. 49 1
Two summers ago, I explored the San Bernardino National Forest as part of a California road trip. While in Big Bear City, I took a helicopter ride with my sister from Big Bear Airport, circling the city’s lake and flying over its forested mountainsides. 56 7
Bratislava, Slovakia is located just an hour by train from Vienna, Austria. The city’s historic Old Town is a true marvel and, although it is beautiful, accessible and affordable, it continues to be overlooked as a destination. Visit WheelchairTravel.org and check out the FREE accessible travel guide for Bratislava! 73 1
A couple nights ago, I went out for a drink with one of my friends in Boston. We met some flight attendants who were out to dinner and struck up a conversation. Long story short, I ended up flying back with them to Europe the next day. If you keep an open mind, always respond in earnest to a “hello,” and find joy in chance encounters, serendipity awaits! 180 20
Best view in 2022? That’s a tough one, but I’ll go with my first time back inside the Colosseum in over 10 years! It was a delight to find it largely wheelchair accessible. 73 3
I took my first two flights with @fly_fijiairways this week — Boeing 737 MAX 8 service from Wellington, New Zealand to Nadi, Fiji, and Airbus A350-900 XWB service from Nadi to Los Angeles, California. 168 15
After spending a few days in Auckland, I made the trip to Wellington — New Zealand’s capital city. To say that it’s gorgeous here would be an understatement. The people, food, architecture and natural landscapes captured me immediately. While I’m sad to only visit for a day, I know that I will return soon! 57 2
Gratitude. Exhibiting gratitude is my 2023 goal and I’m extremely grateful for this wonderful day in Melbourne to close out the first month of the New Year. 102 9
Impressive gallery of indigenous artwork at the Ian Potter Centre in Melbourne, Australia. Admission is free! 43 3
Had a super fun night at the Australian Open and met up with Wheelchair Travel reader David at the ladies’ final! Great 3-set match that saw 4 match points before Aryna Sabalenka claimed the title. Loved everything about my night at Rod Laver Arena and the Happy Slam! 89 3
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