Europe

Living Like Royalty: My Wheelchair Accessible Stay at Ashford Castle in Ireland

As we turned onto the long driveway leading to Ashford Castle, I felt my heart skip a beat. The towering stone walls looked like they were straight out of a storybook, and within just a couple minutes, the first sights of the castle took my breath away. It was one of those moments when travel…

5 Wheelchair Accessible Things to Do in Istanbul, Türkiye (and Where to Stay)

By Cory Lee

In November 2024, I visited Istanbul, Türkiye for the first time. I went to Istanbul for the annual Society of American Travel Writers Convention, which takes place in a different destination every year, but when it was announced that the 2024 convention would be in Istanbul, I was immediately nervous about accessibility. I wondered if…

Wheelchair Accessible Florence, Italy: Your Ultimate Travel Guide

By Cory Lee

Back in 2021, I visited Italy for the first time. On that trip, I was able to explore Rome and Venice, both of which were incredible, but I ended that trip yearning to see more of the country. I swore to myself that I would return to Italy one day and it actually happened faster…

Wheelchair Accessible Dubrovnik, Croatia: What to See During Your Trip

By Cory Lee

Dubrovnik, Croatia is referred to as the “Pearl of the Adriatic” for its immense beauty. The city is situated on the coast of the Adriatic Sea and it is also known for being one of the best preserved medieval cities on the planet, so you can imagine why Dubrovnik is such a popular destination. Since…

A Wheelchair Accessible Travel Guide to Switzerland

By Cory Lee

As a wheelchair user and frequent traveler, I’ve explored some remarkable places throughout Europe in my lifetime. I have gone hot air ballooning over Catalonia, rolled through ancient ruins in Italy with an all-terrain wheelchair, and hiked on accessible trails in Estonia to name a few of my most memorable moments. Despite all my incredible experiences…

A Wheelchair Accessible Travel Guide to Venice, Italy

By Cory Lee

Italy was a destination that I wanted to visit for as long as I could remember and in particular, I always wanted to visit the city of Venice. With singing gondoliers and iconic sights, this was one of my top dream destinations, but I worried that Venice wouldn’t be wheelchair-friendly. I mean, with waterways for…

Wheelchair Accessible Rome, Italy: The Ultimate Itinerary for 5 Days in Rome

By Cory Lee

Since the day that I ate my first slice of pizza as a young lad, I have dreamed of visiting Italy. Well, not really, but I have wanted to visit for a very long time… mostly just to eat all of the pizza and pasta that I could handle, but also to see the iconic…

17 Reasons Why You Should Visit Iceland as a Wheelchair User

By Cory Lee

Iceland is one of my favorite destinations to visit as a wheelchair user because it’s a safe, friendly environment with spectacular scenery and plenty of accessible things to do. I love exploring the capital city of Reykjavík, but it’s also nice to venture into the countryside. Whether you want to visit the black sand beaches,…

10 Wheelchair Friendly Places to Visit Along the South Coast of Iceland

By Cory Lee

I visited Iceland for the first time back in 2015. During that trip, I fell in love with the capital city of Reykjavík, swam in the Blue Lagoon, and explored the famous Golden Circle. After that trip, I felt like I had seen a lot of the country, but really, I had barely scratched…

10 of the Most Epic Wheelchair Friendly Holidays in Europe

By Cory Lee

International travel is possible as a wheelchair user and there are endless sights to see, places to visit, and meals to enjoy all around the world, but especially in Europe. From the fleets of wheelchair accessible taxis to the tour companies that have all the inside information to help you plan your dream vacation, there…