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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.
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Carbondale, Illinois, USA
Carbondale is a city in Jackson County, in the state of Illinois.
Gulf Shores, Alabama, USA
“Gulf Shores/Orange Beach, AL is a typical beach resort town with plenty of fresh seafood available and great access to the beach. I would definitely suggest having a car with you to get around.” Carolee, 6/26/11
New Orleans, Louisiana, USA
The City of New Orleans is a mix of old and new. The streets are narrow and not all of them have appropriate curb cuts. For such an old city a number of shops are accessible, but the majority still isn’t unless you can get past a small step up into the shops.
Seattle, Washington, USA
Seattle is located in the Pacific Northwest and has the distinction of being the northern most city in the contiguous U.S. The city has a population of approximately 600,000 people. The city is nestled on an isthmus between Puget Sound and Washington Lake, a short drive down from Canadian border. Seattle is a picturesque city boasting beautiful landscapes and many outdoors activities. Seattle is famous for many things including – the home of Starbucks coffee, the origins of Grunge music and a significant amount of performing arts. The city hosts a variety of fairs and festivals including a popular film festivavl, folklife, sea fair event, Native American, and a variety of art / music events.
Seattle is overall relatively accessible for people with disabilities, and wheelchair accessible transportation is available via a variety of modes. Throughout the year you can expect lots of rain, so be prepared for the weather.
Victoria, British Columbia, Canada
Victoria is the capitol of British Columbia and is located on the Southern end of Vancouver Island. Victoria is a small city (less than 100K people) but is a significant tourist destination with over 3 million visitors annually. Overall the island is relatively wheelchair friendly, with cutouts at the curbs, and traffic lights with audio crossing signals. This amazing city also has a fantastic public transportation system (80% of all city bus service is now accessible), a ferry service from Vancouver Island to The Mainland which is very wheelchair friendly, and there is also a supplier in Vancouver who has a wheelchair accessible RV Rental. Most Provincial Parks are accessible as well. During the Summer, there are a constant wave of Festivals and the Inner Harbour is the best place ever for People watching!
Mackinac Island, Michigan, USA
Mackinac Island, is part of the state of Michigan and is located in the area connecting Lake Michigan and Lake Huron (of the Great Lakes). It is a small, quaint Victorian community that will take you back to the era of horse drawn carriages and simplicity. No personal cars are allowed on the island. Bikes, horse drawn carriages, horses and by foot are the common means of transportation. Mackinac is full of rich history, which can be experienced through a wheelchair accessible sightseeing horse drawn carriage tour. It’s a wonderful place for the whole family to visit.
Kona, Hawaii, USA
Kona, Hawaii, is also known as “The Big Island of Hawaii.” It is the largest island in the chain of the Hawaiian Islands (part of the United States) It is not only a beautiful area, but offers a variety of accessible things to do. The Kona community is very supportive for anyone with a disability and welcomes visitors of all abilities. There are training centers for people with mobility impairments who would like to participate in disabled Iron Man competitions, at least one accessible community snorkeling group, and accessible horseback riding, just to name a few.
Anchorage, Alaska, USA
Anchorage, Alaska is a wonderful place to visit for people who love wildlife and the outdoors. Alaska has relatively good accessibility features, and people of all disabilities can enjoy this wonderful place. Summers are typically mild, and is the best time to visit.
Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, United States
Located in Southeastern Pennsylvania, not too far from D.C. or Baltimore, Gettysburg is a quaint town with great historical Civil War significance. In 1863 a historic 3 day battle was fought there, costing the lives of over 51,000 soldiers and turning the tide of the war towards the Union Army (North). Today Gettysburg remains a small town with a large national memorial / battlefield park. It is a great stop for any history fan. Accessibility in Gettysburg is relatively good.
Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco, Mexico
Puerto Vallarta is a popular resort town situated on the western coast of Mexico, south of Baja. Puerto Vallarta has a lot to offer visitors with mobility impairment, but accessibility can be a bit challenging. In the older part of town, there are many streets paved with cobblestones, and there are also a lot of sidewalks that are missing curb cuts. The city is still continuing to work on making Puerto Vallarta a more accessible travel destination for people who utilize mobility devices. Accessible transportation is a must because the town is very spread out. The best time to visit is between November and March.
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