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[Wheelchair Traveler]

Traveling in a Wheelchair
wheelchairtraveling.com

I think that traveling is one of the most important things a person can do in their lifetime. Exploring different cultures enriches the soul... that is if you have an open mind. Once that is in place a wheelchair needs to have patience because God knows there will be obstacles. When these virtues are owned, traveling will always an adventure... even if you never get out of the car.

These virtues are necessarily because the fact of life is that the world is not entirely accessible... at least for most people's standards. There are tons of us who have taken the risk of traveling unknown lands with the will to see something new and just "deal" with the accessible issues. I would love to know these stories, especially of destinations where overall it was accessible enough to come back to or recommend. Unfortunately, there was very little I could find. With so many people in the world, why was there no guide of some kind online with reviews, photos, and information on various places?

Naturally being that I love to travel, I took matters into my own hands and created wheelchairtraveling.com. Currently, there are over 100 guides featuring activities, trails, shopping, museums, restaurants, and more on places in the United States and Berlin, Germany (only international location for now!). There are also over 50 articles (and growing) with even more accessible information on these travel destinations as well as professional photography. Anyone can add their travel story or promote a wheelchair traveling product; easily upload photos or videos as a part of your comment.

Many of you have had to had the experienced booking a hotel room on the premise you were handicapped and needed a roll-in shower only to find the some completely dysfunctional aspect about the setup. For example, there is no shower chair. Or how about when a government website claims that a regional or state park is accessible only to find that only the parking is wheelchair accessible. We all have different levels of abilities and know our own physical ability better than anyone else. So I want to help provide a way for wheelchair users to know where to go when traveling in hope that it will allow you to be more comfortable so you can enjoy what a beautiful world we live in.

wheelchairtraveling.com
info@wheelchairtraveling.com

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[gordonr]

Wheelchair Traveler, on Jan 30 2010, 12:04 AM, said:

Traveling in a Wheelchair
wheelchairtraveling.com

I think that traveling is one of the most important things a person can do in their lifetime. Exploring different cultures enriches the soul... that is if you have an open mind. Once that is in place a wheelchair needs to have patience because God knows there will be obstacles. When these virtues are owned, traveling will always an adventure... even if you never get out of the car.

These virtues are necessarily because the fact of life is that the world is not entirely accessible... at least for most people's standards. There are tons of us who have taken the risk of traveling unknown lands with the will to see something new and just "deal" with the accessible issues. I would love to know these stories, especially of destinations where overall it was accessible enough to come back to or recommend. Unfortunately, there was very little I could find. With so many people in the world, why was there no guide of some kind online with reviews, photos, and information on various places?

Naturally being that I love to travel, I took matters into my own hands and created wheelchairtraveling.com. Currently, there are over 100 guides featuring activities, trails, shopping, museums, restaurants, and more on places in the United States and Berlin, Germany (only international location for now!). There are also over 50 articles (and growing) with even more accessible information on these travel destinations as well as professional photography. Anyone can add their travel story or promote a wheelchair traveling product; easily upload photos or videos as a part of your comment.

Many of you have had to had the experienced booking a hotel room on the premise you were handicapped and needed a roll-in shower only to find the some completely dysfunctional aspect about the setup. For example, there is no shower chair. Or how about when a government website claims that a regional or state park is accessible only to find that only the parking is wheelchair accessible. We all have different levels of abilities and know our own physical ability better than anyone else. So I want to help provide a way for wheelchair users to know where to go when traveling in hope that it will allow you to be more comfortable so you can enjoy what a beautiful world we live in.

wheelchairtraveling.com
info@wheelchairtraveling.com

Hi, Nice site. I wiull be back to look more closely.

Thanks,

Gordon

[abundance]

gordonr, on Jan 31 2010, 12:16 PM, said:

Wheelchair Traveler, on Jan 30 2010, 12:04 AM, said:

Traveling in a Wheelchair
wheelchairtraveling.com

I think that traveling is one of the most important things a person can do in their lifetime. Exploring different cultures enriches the soul... that is if you have an open mind. Once that is in place a wheelchair needs to have patience because God knows there will be obstacles. When these virtues are owned, traveling will always an adventure... even if you never get out of the car.

These virtues are necessarily because the fact of life is that the world is not entirely accessible... at least for most people's standards. There are tons of us who have taken the risk of traveling unknown lands with the will to see something new and just "deal" with the accessible issues. I would love to know these stories, especially of destinations where overall it was accessible enough to come back to or recommend. Unfortunately, there was very little I could find. With so many people in the world, why was there no guide of some kind online with reviews, photos, and information on various places?

Naturally being that I love to travel, I took matters into my own hands and created wheelchairtraveling.com. Currently, there are over 100 guides featuring activities, trails, shopping, museums, restaurants, and more on places in the United States and Berlin, Germany (only international location for now!). There are also over 50 articles (and growing) with even more accessible information on these travel destinations as well as professional photography. Anyone can add their travel story or promote a wheelchair traveling product; easily upload photos or videos as a part of your comment.

Many of you have had to had the experienced booking a hotel room on the premise you were handicapped and needed a roll-in shower only to find the some completely dysfunctional aspect about the setup. For example, there is no shower chair. Or how about when a government website claims that a regional or state park is accessible only to find that only the parking is wheelchair accessible. We all have different levels of abilities and know our own physical ability better than anyone else. So I want to help provide a way for wheelchair users to know where to go when traveling in hope that it will allow you to be more comfortable so you can enjoy what a beautiful world we live in.

wheelchairtraveling.com
info@wheelchairtraveling.com

Hi, Nice site. I wiull be back to look more closely.

Thanks,

Gordon

Wow
what a fantastic site!!!!you must be wrapped to see your dream a reality. I'm in Perth and I work for the centre for Cerebral Palsy most of the people I work with love to travel and to have such a site as yours will be a very useful tool.
My friend is thinking about Hawaii do you have any travel experiences there?
His first choice is Croatia but his sister said, forget it not wheelchair friendly however I have read somewhere that there is a tour group that caters for persons with wheelchairs..have you heard of anything like that is not a rip off and successful
Kepp up the fantastic work and thnkyou so much for putting it together
kind regards
Jude

[oikid]

Very cool site with tons of info.
When I travel in my chair I ship all my luggage to my destination ahead of time.
I put all my stuff in boxes (suitcases to heavy) and ship US postal or UPS.

Maybe this can help others chair users with luggage.

It costs money but it cuts out a ton of hassles plus dragging luggage with a chair is no fun.

OIkid

[goldnucs]

Please check out my site as well at www.GoesAnywhere.com. Lots of good info and links.

rick

[Wheelchair Traveler]

Thank you so much for the kind words! It is my mission to make this an international thing; traveling is so important for the human spirit.

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[Wheelchair Traveler]

abundance, on Feb 15 2010, 04:12 AM, said:

gordonr, on Jan 31 2010, 12:16 PM, said:

Wheelchair Traveler, on Jan 30 2010, 12:04 AM, said:

Traveling in a Wheelchair
wheelchairtraveling.com

I think that traveling is one of the most important things a person can do in their lifetime. Exploring different cultures enriches the soul... that is if you have an open mind. Once that is in place a wheelchair needs to have patience because God knows there will be obstacles. When these virtues are owned, traveling will always an adventure... even if you never get out of the car.

These virtues are necessarily because the fact of life is that the world is not entirely accessible... at least for most people's standards. There are tons of us who have taken the risk of traveling unknown lands with the will to see something new and just "deal" with the accessible issues. I would love to know these stories, especially of destinations where overall it was accessible enough to come back to or recommend. Unfortunately, there was very little I could find. With so many people in the world, why was there no guide of some kind online with reviews, photos, and information on various places?

Naturally being that I love to travel, I took matters into my own hands and created wheelchairtraveling.com. Currently, there are over 100 guides featuring activities, trails, shopping, museums, restaurants, and more on places in the United States and Berlin, Germany (only international location for now!). There are also over 50 articles (and growing) with even more accessible information on these travel destinations as well as professional photography. Anyone can add their travel story or promote a wheelchair traveling product; easily upload photos or videos as a part of your comment.

Many of you have had to had the experienced booking a hotel room on the premise you were handicapped and needed a roll-in shower only to find the some completely dysfunctional aspect about the setup. For example, there is no shower chair. Or how about when a government website claims that a regional or state park is accessible only to find that only the parking is wheelchair accessible. We all have different levels of abilities and know our own physical ability better than anyone else. So I want to help provide a way for wheelchair users to know where to go when traveling in hope that it will allow you to be more comfortable so you can enjoy what a beautiful world we live in.

wheelchairtraveling.com
info@wheelchairtraveling.com

Hi, Nice site. I wiull be back to look more closely.

Thanks,

Gordon

Wow
what a fantastic site!!!!you must be wrapped to see your dream a reality. I'm in Perth and I work for the centre for Cerebral Palsy most of the people I work with love to travel and to have such a site as yours will be a very useful tool.
My friend is thinking about Hawaii do you have any travel experiences there?
His first choice is Croatia but his sister said, forget it not wheelchair friendly however I have read somewhere that there is a tour group that caters for persons with wheelchairs..have you heard of anything like that is not a rip off and successful
Kepp up the fantastic work and thnkyou so much for putting it together
kind regards
Jude

Hey Jude!
I've been to Maui two times and found it was really easy to get around. I did para sailing (ironic name) and went on a boat. I'm not sure of any tour groups, but I know there's one; I just haven't found it yet . However, I feel Hawaii is magical enough that you don't need to plan... it's kind of the motto there. The idea is to chill. Plus, there are maps and locals that can suggest places. I went driving almost around the entire Island and it was spectacular! I stayed in hotels but my buddy Bruce has a condo that he rents out with a roll-in shower that I'm dying to take advantage off. Here's his website: www.mauiaccessiblecondo.com. At the very least, I know Bruce could give you a great idea to what Hawaii has to offer. I hope this helps a little... I'm hoping to get back there soon.

Sincerely,
Ashley

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[HiltonP]

Ashley, you need to expand your horizons to places outside of the USA.
Europe, Oz, NZ, etc . . . some very accessible destinations.

[Wheelchair Traveler]

Oh trust me I want to! And I will! I would love to go to Brazil, Italy, Sweden, Australia, New Zealend, Japan, and more. I'll get there one day. I've been to Germany, Greece, Turkey, Canada, and Mexico but yes for international travel is in my future. You can count on it!

[goldnucs]

Ashley,

I live on the beach in Mexico half the year....come visit!!

rick

[JimG]

Wheelchair Traveler, on Feb 22 2010, 02:47 AM, said:

Hey Jude!
I've been to Maui two times and found it was really easy to get around. I did para sailing (ironic name) and went on a boat. I'm not sure of any tour groups, but I know there's one; I just haven't found it yet . However, I feel Hawaii is magical enough that you don't need to plan... it's kind of the motto there. The idea is to chill. Plus, there are maps and locals that can suggest places. I went driving almost around the entire Island and it was spectacular! I stayed in hotels but my buddy Bruce has a condo that he rents out with a roll-in shower that I'm dying to take advantage off. Here's his website: www.mauiaccessiblecondo.com. At the very least, I know Bruce could give you a great idea to what Hawaii has to offer. I hope this helps a little... I'm hoping to get back there soon.

Sincerely,
Ashley

My wife has seen your friend's condo online and said it's nice.

Maui is our favorite vacation destination, and while I can't do some of the things I used to do there (biking down Haleakala for example), there are still many things I can do.

Getting around Lahaina can be a bit of a challenge if it's busy and many restaurants are inaccessible, but many are and we've found we just enjoy what we can and don't worry about the rest.

We've contemplated setting up a website where we live as it's a world-class ski resort town with challenges for the handicapped, but not completely inaccessible.

We'd go around town and rate various businesses who are accessible, and not....rate restaurants, and allow them to link their sites onto ours, etc.

[Wheelchair Traveler]

Rick, I will be taking you up on your offer buddy one of these days, you better not be kidding!

[Wheelchair Traveler]

JimG, on Mar 2 2010, 05:32 AM, said:

Wheelchair Traveler, on Feb 22 2010, 02:47 AM, said:

Hey Jude!
I've been to Maui two times and found it was really easy to get around. I did para sailing (ironic name) and went on a boat. I'm not sure of any tour groups, but I know there's one; I just haven't found it yet . However, I feel Hawaii is magical enough that you don't need to plan... it's kind of the motto there. The idea is to chill. Plus, there are maps and locals that can suggest places. I went driving almost around the entire Island and it was spectacular! I stayed in hotels but my buddy Bruce has a condo that he rents out with a roll-in shower that I'm dying to take advantage off. Here's his website: www.mauiaccessiblecondo.com. At the very least, I know Bruce could give you a great idea to what Hawaii has to offer. I hope this helps a little... I'm hoping to get back there soon.

Sincerely,
Ashley

My wife has seen your friend's condo online and said it's nice.

Maui is our favorite vacation destination, and while I can't do some of the things I used to do there (biking down Haleakala for example), there are still many things I can do.

Getting around Lahaina can be a bit of a challenge if it's busy and many restaurants are inaccessible, but many are and we've found we just enjoy what we can and don't worry about the rest.

We've contemplated setting up a website where we live as it's a world-class ski resort town with challenges for the handicapped, but not completely inaccessible.

We'd go around town and rate various businesses who are accessible, and not....rate restaurants, and allow them to link their sites onto ours, etc.

Your idea for the website sounds wonderful! Get that information out there! Once you guys get it together email me at info@wheelchairtraveling.com and we'll get your information on wheelchairtraveling.com so even more people will have access to your information. What world-class ski resort town do you live in?

[goldnucs]

Wheelchair Traveler, on Mar 3 2010, 11:01 PM, said:

Rick, I will be taking you up on your offer buddy one of these days, you better not be kidding!

Ash.........I never kid!!.......kidding......but not about the invite...c'mon down.......78 today, not a cloud in the sky, soft breeze and the sea looks like glass. Pod of dolphins swam by a few minutes ago.