Is the Transportation System in Berlin, Germany Wheelchair Friendly?
By Cory Leeweekend in Berlin– *This is a guest post from Grace Kestler* – My relationship with the Berlin, Germany transportation system is complicated. Some days we really click and it feels like we’re meant for each other. I take a smooth trip on the bus, then transfer to the train via a swift elevator. But, some…
Where to Stay (and What to See) in Haifa, Israel as a Wheelchair User
By Cory Lee If you are like me, then the city of Haifa probably doesn’t immediately come to mind as a destination when thinking of Israel. To be completely honest, I had never even heard of Haifa until I started researching Israel just a few months ago, but that does not mean that it should be ignored….
Dubrovnik on Wheels: Where to Eat and What to Do as a Wheelchair User
By Cory LeeThe enchanting Old Town at the heart of Dubrovnik is one of the most beautiful places in Croatia. Against a backdrop of red rooftops, paved streets, and century-old stone walls, a city break to Dubrovnik will make you feel like you’ve travelled back in time. Old town centres are notorious for their narrow cobbled streets…
Free Wheelchair Accessible Tours of London’s Hyde Park and Kensington Gardens
By Cory LeeLiberty Drives was founded in 1997 by Richard Briggs OBE to provide free tours of Hyde Park and Kensington Gardens for visitors with limited mobility, and their friends, family and care givers. The idea for Liberty Drives stemmed from the introduction of the Hyde Park Appeal that was set up in 1990 to re-establish the…
Wheelie Inspiring Interview Series: Anthony of The Geordie Traveller
By Cory LeeWhile browsing the web recently, I discovered a travel blog titled The Geordie Traveller. It’s written by a guy who is on a mission to become the first wheelchair user to visit every single country in the world. That’s a pretty big undertaking, so I was immediately drawn to his blog. On the site, he…
5 Wheelchair Accessible Things to Do in Norway
By Cory LeeKnown for its stunning fjords and majestic mountains and glaciers, Norway also ranks highly for accessible travel. In the last ten years, the country has made sweeping efforts to accommodate residents and visitors with all types of special needs, and as a result, both transportation and hospitality businesses are among the most wheelchair friendly in…
Why I Loved Margaritaville Beach Hotel in Pensacola, Florida
By Cory LeeIs there anything better than sitting on the beach listening to the waves, while sipping on a tall margarita? I think that this is probably as good as it gets. Luckily, at the Margaritaville Beach Hotel in Pensacola, Florida this is a way of life. This laid back hotel is all about drifting into complete…
Top 5 Wheelchair Accessible Attractions in Singapore
By Cory LeeIn recent years, Singapore has made a concerted effort to become one of the most wheelchair accessible destinations in Southeast Asia. In addition to specialized shuttle services for people in wheelchairs, the entire Singapore Metro system is designed to be accessible. And if you’re looking for accessible places to stay in Singapore, you’ll have no problem finding…
Chowing Down: Where to Eat in Reykjavik, Iceland
By Cory LeeWhile one may not think of planning a culinary based trip to Reykjavik, Iceland, those who do happen to be traveling to Reykjavik are in for a treat upon their arrival. Visiting the Blue Lagoon and seeing the Northern lights in Iceland are certainly must-do’s, but the food was another unexpected highlight of my trip…
Rolling in My Powered Beach Wheelchair in Pensacola, Florida
By Cory LeeWhen my family started planning our annual summer vacation, we looked at places like Panama City, Florida and Gulf Shores, Alabama. I love both of those destinations because they’re accessible and have powered beach wheelchairs, which can’t be found in many places. I didn’t know of anywhere else that had these motorized beach wheelchairs, so…
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