Written by John Morris @ Wheelchair Travel
Despite the countless stories about nondisabled people using the ADA to get out of mask mandates, there are many disabled people who cannot wear a mask.
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One Thing American Airlines Does Better Than Delta for Disabled Flyers
Written by John Morris @ Wheelchair Travel
American Airlines has a dedicated team of Special Assistance Coordinators who provide industry-best service to disabled passengers prior to travel.
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New to the Points & Miles Game? Don’t Make These 5 Mistakes
Written by John Morris @ Wheelchair Travel
The best players of the game, those who squeeze maximum value and free travel out of their airline miles and hotel points, never make these mistakes.
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Lyft Pays Wheelchair User $30,000 Settlement, Airline Executive Ignores Quarantine and more
Written by John Morris @ Wheelchair Travel
Accessible travel news roundup: Lyft settles discrimination claim with wheelchair user, disabled man was forced to live in airport for 110 days and more.
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Local Bus App Will Let You Know if Wheelchair Space is Available
Written by John Morris @ Wheelchair Travel
A new feature on a city bus app makes travel planning easier by showing passengers how many seats are available, and if the wheelchair space is vacant.
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Can You Travel There? Free Map Lists Travel Restrictions by Country
Written by John Morris @ Wheelchair Travel
Many coutries have closed their borders to international visitors, but an interactive map from IATA will tell you where you can and cannot go right now.
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Podcast Episode 3: Exploring Egypt with Ryan Smith of Freewheel Weekends
Written by John Morris @ Wheelchair Travel
Ryan Smith talks accessible travel in Egypt, where he visited the Pyramids of Giza, Valley of the Kings and Luxor Temple with his wheelchair.
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The City Where Bus Drivers Aren’t Required to Let Wheelchair Users on the Bus
Written by John Morris @ Wheelchair Travel
Copenhagen may be the only city in the world where city bus drivers aren’t required to put the ramp out to let wheelchair users board the bus.
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Your Response is Needed in the 2020 Accessible Travel Survey
Written by John Morris @ Wheelchair Travel
With your support, this survey conducted by WheelchairTravel.org is likely to become the largest ever study of consumer demand for accessible travel.
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Podcast Episode 2: Circling the Globe in a Wheelchair with Blandine Even
Written by John Morris @ Wheelchair Travel
Blandine Even discusses traveling around the world with her wheelchair, to destinations like Beijing, Sydney and Rio de Janeiro and Easter Island.
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Why I Leave the Airport During Layovers at LAX
Written by John Morris @ Wheelchair Travel
Long layover at LAX? There is a better way to spend your time than waiting in the airport: grab a bite to eat and watch planes land at In-N-Out Burger.
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How to Visit the Golden Gate Bridge as a Wheelchair User
Written by John Morris @ Wheelchair Travel
Apart from the White House and Statue of Liberty, the wheelchair accessible Golden Gate Bridge is surely America’s most recognizable landmark.
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How I Brought a Taste of Chicago to Florida During Quarantine
Written by John Morris @ Wheelchair Travel
Even while travel and vacations are suspended, you can still enjoy foods from your favorite restaurants shipped directly to your home.
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What is an ADA Coordinator?
Written by John Morris @ Wheelchair Travel
The ADA and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act require government entities and organizations receiving federal funding to appoint an ADA Coordinatior.
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City Launches Mystery Shopper Program to Review Wheelchair Taxi Service
Written by John Morris @ Wheelchair Travel
One city recently called on wheelchair users to be mystery shoppers, with the aim of learning about the safety and accessibility of wheelchair taxis.
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Disabled Men Canoeing 2,300 Miles, Wheelchair User Sues Airport, New Accessible Train and more
Written by John Morris @ Wheelchair Travel
Accessible travel news roundup: Disabled men canoe the Mississippi River, ADA lawsuit against Uber dismissed, a new wheelchair accessible train car & more.
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Lodge at the Presidio: Wheelchair Accessible Hotel Near Golden Gate Bridge
Written by John Morris @ Wheelchair Travel
The Lodge at the Presidio offers wheelchair accessible hotel rooms inside the Presidio of San Francisco and close to the Golden Gate Bridge.
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When Las Vegas Reopens, This Hotel & Casino Will Be Entirely Smoke-Free
Written by John Morris @ Wheelchair Travel
MGM Resorts, owner of properties like Bellagio, New York-New York and others, will be the first to ban smoking at a casino resort on the Las Vegas Strip.
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Hey, We’ve Got a Podcast! Listen to The Accessible Travel Talk Show
Written by John Morris @ Wheelchair Travel
Listen as John travels the world in his wheelchair, discovering new destinations and meeting people who share their unique accessible travel stories.
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Delta Air Lines Delayed My Refund and Forced Me to File a Chargeback
Written by John Morris @ Wheelchair Travel
In the midst of widespread economic hardship, airline passengers should not be forced to grant Delta or any other airline an interest-free loan.
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