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.
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.
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.
National Park Service Describes New Efforts to Make Parks More Accessible
In a new video, the National Park Service describes some of the work being done to make parks and historic sites more inclusive and accessible to everyone.
Sitting in a Wheelchair for a Day Won’t Reveal Much About Accessibility
To say that 'wheelchair for a day' simulations barely scratch the surface of the difficulties faced by disabled people is the understatement of the century.
Union Estimates 65,000 Airline Contractors Have Been Laid Off
Wheelchair attendants, critical to ensuring accessibility for travelers with disabilities, have been particularly hard hit as relief has been delayed.
How to Prevent Airline Miles and Hotel Points from Expiring
Rewards points often expire after a certain period of inactivity, but these strategies can save your airline miles and hotel points from being wiped away.
Roadmap for Sharing Travel Deals + Points & Miles Info
Wheelchair Travel is adding a Points & Miles category to help disabled people maximize their accessible travel through airline and hotel rewards programs.
City to Build Accessible Zipline, New Adventure Bike for Disabled and more
Accessible travel news roundup: Wheelchair accessible zip line, ADA case against Uber moves forward, accessible motorbike for disabled & more.
Shocking: American Airlines Increases Baggage Fee to $150 Round-trip
A federal government bailout of $5.8 billion wasn't enough for American Airlines, as the carrier announced a 25% increase in checked baggage fees.
