Tag Archive for: traveling with a disability

How to Shave Costs When Renting a Vehicle
Senior Citizens
Did you know that if you rent a car or van at most airports, sales tax and airport charges can be higher than 25%? Rent one down the street or from your hotel and…

Don’t Miss the Next Abilities Expo: New York, May 20-22
Living With a DisabilitySince the late 1970s, Abilities Expo has been the event that gives those with disabilities, seniors, families, caregivers, and healthcare professionals the opportunity…

The Great Outdoors: National Parks Offer 3 More Free Days this Year
Disability Benefits InfoNational Parks offer several free entrance days a year, and there are 3 left for 2011: June 21, September 24 and Veterans Day weekend November 11-13. That's a $25…

Update on Traveling With a Service Animal
Living With a DisabilityOn March 15, 2011, the Americans with Disabilities Act changed the definition of a “service animal” as a dog that has been individually trained to do work or…

Safety tips: Why Anchor a Wheelchair in Accessible Vehicle?
Safety TipsVehicles right off the line that have no accessible or adaptive equipment are designed with a safety bubble comprised of firmly anchored seats, seat belts and a…

Flying to Canada? You Might See Prince William and His Bride
Safety TipsFlying to Canada? You Might See Prince William and His Bride
Heads up Anglophiles: After their April wedding, Prince William and Kate Middleton will tour Canada…

5 Top Travel Destinations for Nature Lover Travelers with Disabilities
Living With a DisabilityTraveling for those with a disability can be challenging, but it doesn’t have to be overly so with careful planning and preparation. Following are 5 fabulous…

A Cruise Has Never Been Easier
Living With a Disability
If you have never vacationed on a cruise ship, now is the time. Cruise lines are more accessible than ever. Newer, larger ships commonly feature two dozen…

Amusement Parks are Making it Easier for Those with Disabilities
Living With a DisabilityIn the rush of everyday life, we have to make time for fun – and what better place than an amusement park. In the last few years, they have become more friendly…

Get Back on the Road with a Wheelchair Motorcycle!
Wheelchair AccessibleIf your disability has prevented you from feeling the wind on your face from atop your favorite motorcycle, you can have the bike converted or get a “trike kit”…