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Enraged Father Sounds Off, but Was he Heard?
By Chris Kain, kellisaspath.com It’s a constant battle; I have to dig deep not to hurt someone who is hurting Kellisa. I understand why so many families with children with disabilities stay home. It’s easy. It’s safe. My rage was on full display last Friday evening. After we passed through security at the Sacramento airport, I…
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Life’s a Beach in the World’s Top 11 Accessible Shores
By Cory Lee, CurbFreeWithCoryLee.com Is there anything like going to the beach? The sea air, the surf, the incredible vistas…the sand gumming up the works of your wheelchair. OK, so beach bumming it in a chair is not without its challenges. Nevertheless, many exotic locales throughout the world offer beaches that are wheelchair friendly, you just…
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Let’s Go Wheelin’ in Beantown
By Cory Lee, CurbFreeWithCoryLee.com Will you be visiting Boston for the Abilities Expo September 18th-20th and want to take in all that this wonderful city has to offer? Well, you’re in luck my friend. Following is a list of some of the best wheelchair accessible attractions and sites to see in the city. Consider this to…
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Wheeling California’s Coast
Hundreds of thousands of visitors flock to California’s famed coastline each year to enjoy its spectacular scenery and abundant recreational opportunities. But visiting broad sandy beaches and steep, rocky bluffs can be challenging for people who need a fairly level, firm path of travel—be they wheelchair riders, parents pushing strollers or people who use canes…
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Rollin’ in the Windy City
By Cory Lee, CurbFreeWithCoryLee.com Chicago is known for being the Windy City, having great food, shopping, and of course the hustle and bustle. No wonder it is such a popular tourist destination. However, it is also quite wheelchair friendly too. Following are the top things to do the next time you find yourself in Chicago. Navy…
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Germany Welcomes Travelers with Disabilities
By Barbara & Jim Twardowski The German tourism industry wants your business. The country is diligently working to make Germany a place where everyone can travel with ease and without barriers. Recognizing that people with disabilities and the aging population represent a huge untapped market, the Federal Ministry of Economic Affairs and Energy launched a…
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accessibleGOes Extra Mile to Ensure Inclusive Travel
By Olivia Milliken, AccessibleGO The disability community has more than its fair share of horror stories when they embark on their vacations. But why? American travelers with disabilities spend US$17 billion annually, yet they are a frequent afterthought in the world of travel. accessibleGO is a travel platform that gives travelers with disabilities a voice.…
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LA’s Top 5 Accessible Attractions
With Abilities Expo Los Angeles wrapping a few weeks ago and another one in LA already slated for February 5-7, 2016, let’s take a look at a few of the things this great city has to offer! When you find yourself in Los Angeles, California, you find yourself in one of the easiest places to…
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Discover the Big Apple’s Accessible Core
By Cory Lee, CurbFreeWithCoryLee.com Of all the great cities in the world, New York City ranks king as a top travel destination. Everything from great food, engaging attractions, incredible history, and awesome entertainment waits for you in this traveler’s paradise. Following is a list of some of the top attractions that are wheelchair accessible. There are…
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Unique Website Connects People with Disabilities with Outdoor Adventures
Finding ways for people with disabilities to enjoy the great outdoors in Northern California just got a whole lot easier with the launch of the new Bay Area Outreach and Recreational Program’s (BORP) website, Access Northern California. This web-based guide provides detailed accessibility information on more than 100 entries under the headings, “Explore,” “Play” and “Sleep” and includes…
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Pack Your Bags! Next Stop: Accessible Spring Break
By Lisa Wells, Cure Medical Looking for an accessible getaway this Spring? Look no further. We’ve got a handy idea starter right here that you’ll love! For families with disabilities, one of the biggest concerns with travel is ensuring that your destination is wheelchair-friendly or accessible in other ways to accommodate your family’s needs. We’ve tried…
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Which Countries Offer an Accessible Experience for Your Study Abroad?
By Lucy Miranda Education is important to everyone and so is study-abroad experience. But not all countries are wheelchair-friendly. Online student advisor Vishnu Kumar has helped hundreds of students choose their study abroad destinations. He says, “Some countries are more accessible for disabled students. I counsel them about the best countries, cities and campuses that…