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A careful planned trip makes the difference
A trip into another country that is not familiar must be carefully planned in advance – everything from flight, to transportation, to accommodations. Remember that accessible standards can be different from your own standards back home. Ask lots of questions when planning your trip abroad to ensure your accessible needs are met.
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Hosiery for your health…
If you’re flying and are not able to walk around in the aircraft or if you have circulation problems, it’s a good idea to purchase and wear a pair of compression socks to avoid swelling or blood clots. Inexpensive compression socks can be purchased in drug stores found in the hosiery aisle.
Pack a few tools…
While traveling, it’s good to pack a couple of small tools such as common size Allen Wrenches, just in case a part becomes loose on your power wheelchair or other mobility device.
Flying can be taxing on your rear end!
If you’re not able to stand and stretch during flight, some people will bring along their Rojo seat cushion for added comfort and protection to avoid skin irritation or breakdown.
What, no more outlets?
Always carry a surge protector for all your electrical equipment. No matter how accessible a room is, it never has enough outlets.
Protect your ride…
When flying with a motorized wheelchair or scooter, be sure to have instructions lamanated on how to handle your mobility device to avoid damage. Have the instructions visible to ground crew. Always verbally give instructions as well. It’s important to have your cell phone number listed so they can get in touch with you if [...]
A careful planned trip makes the difference
A trip into another country that is not familiar must be carefully planned in advance – everything from flight, to transportation, to accommodations. Remember that accessible standards can be different from your own standards back home. Ask lots of questions when planning your trip abroad to ensure your accessible needs are met.
Fragile stickers recommended
When flying, to avoid breakage of medical equipment that has been packed in your bags for check in (e.g. wheelchair battery charger), ask the airline representative at the check in counter to place a fragile sticker on both sides of your luggage.
Make sure you fit the flight
Airplanes can have different size cargo doors, depending on the size or type of aircraft. Check with the airline in advance to verify that your motorized wheelchair or scooter will fit the plane.
Who said this was accessible?
When traveling to places where accessibility can be questionable, purchase and carry a light weight, foldable “suitcase ramp”. Great for those places that have a couple of annoying steps. The ramp fits nicely in a large skateboard backpack, or hiking backpack, and can be carried by a companion traveler. The ramp is also easy to [...]
All seating is not equal
When flying, note that bulkhead seating typically offers more leg room. This can be beneficial for the physically challenged traveler, especially those requiring transfer assistance. Ask the gate agent for a seat change.
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