How to Prepare for Your Safari in South Africa
By Cory LeeIf you have been reading my blog for a while, then you probably know that I am going on my dream trip: a South African safari this October. I still can’t even believe that it’s finally happening. I am beyond ecstatic to go on safari and see all of the amazing wildlife, try the authentic…
Wheelchair Accessible Transportation in Minneapolis and Saint Paul, Minnesota
By Cory LeeMinneapolis’ reputation as artsy and progressive combined with St. Paul’s charming and quieter historic atmosphere means that the Twin Cities have a lot to offer. Tourists can take advantage of cutting edge museums, zoos, and botanical gardens during the day and catch a concert (rock and jazz are common here) at night. Many visitors love…
Rolling Around Lombok, Indonesia: A Wheelchair User’s Travel Guide
By Cory LeeIndonesia is an exciting and exotic destination, and you’ll be happy to hear that it’s accessible to wheelchair users as well! Here, I’ve compiled some information for wheelchair users about Lombok, an area long considered to be a more idyllic and laid-back neighbor to the world-famous Bali. Lombok is a place for those who love…
Discovering Handiscover – An Airbnb for People with Limited Mobility
By Cory LeeFor most people, booking accommodations within a destination is a pretty straightforward and simple process. You get online, search for hotels, find one that looks nice and has a decent price, and then book it. However, for wheelchair users, booking accommodations can be daunting. It usually takes multiple calls to the hotel to truly find…
A Wheelchair Accessible Guide to the Mall of America
By Cory LeeLocated just outside the Twin Cities (AKA Minneapolis and St. Paul) in Bloomington, Minnesota, the Mall of America is arguably the world’s most famous shopping center. The largest mall in the USA and the 12th largest in the world, the Mall of America attractions bring in over 40 million visitors each year — more than…
The Freedom Chair: A Special Wheelchair for the Outdoors and More
By Cory LeeImagine this scenario for a moment. You are in your hotel room in stunning Sydney, Australia and your room happens to have an incredible view because it’s on one of the upper floors. You peacefully go to bed after a long day of exploring the city, but at 2:30 AM you are awoken by a…
Top 5 Wheelchair Friendly Reasons to Visit Barbados
By Cory LeeThe Caribbean may not be the first place that springs to mind when you think about wheelchair accessible destinations. But, this cluster of islands has some wheelchair-friendly tours and attractions, plus kind locals – who are approachable and willing to lend a hand when you need it. If you’re considering a Caribbean getaway, then why…
How Technology Enables Me to Live Beyond Limits
By Cory LeeSometimes I sit around and think about how much technology has improved just in my lifetime. It’s pretty remarkable that in the past 26 years that I have been on this Earth we have gone from having no cell phones and treacherously slow dial-up Internet to now having Wi-Fi and the world at our fingertips…
Top 10 Wheelchair Accessible Things to Do in Chattanooga, Tennessee
By Cory LeeIf you’re looking to head south, Chattanooga is a wonderful, wheelchair accessible destination in beautiful Tennessee. Nestled at the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains, the views offered by this forested paradise are absolutely stunning. As Tennessee’s fourth largest city, it’s the ideal size to explore – not too large or too small, exciting yet manageable….
How to Prevent Damages to Your Wheelchair When Flying
By Cory LeeIf you’re like me, you don’t like something like a wheelchair slowing you down. Whether you’re a world-class traveler or just starting to explore the big blue globe, you can hop on a jet plane and take your chair with you so you don’t miss a beat. There are some things you have to see…
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