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5 Tips for Booking Accessible Travel During Busy Holidays

Holidays are all about exploring new places, eating your weight in local calories, collecting random souvenirs, and regretting none of it. Since the U.S. has 50 states, there’s no shortage of activities. For instance, you can attend beach bonfires in Santa Monica, hike the Smoky Mountains, watch fireworks over the NYC skyline, kayak in Lake [...]

Posted on July 18, 2025July 18, 2025 by admin 0

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Hit the Open Road: 9 Reasons Why Road Trips Are Better with an Accessible Rental Van

Road trips are all about unexpected pit stops, last-minute playlists, and snack-fueled detours. But planning one can be quite overwhelming. You have to map the route, create an accessible itinerary, and most importantly, figure out transportation that actually works for wheelchair users.  Luckily, Wheelchair Getaways rents out accessible vehicles that come with all the essentials, [...]

Posted on July 5, 2025June 24, 2025 by admin 0

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Universal Studios Epic Universe Wheelchair Accessibility: Your Ultimate Guide to Navigating the Magic!

What’s better than watching Toothless flying across the sky or Harry Potter casting spells alongside Dumbledore? It’s actually experiencing those worlds for real. Turns out, Universal Orlando Resort’s newest theme park, “Epic Universe,” is bringing that fantasy to life. Spanning over 750 acres, Epic Universe has three themed parks featuring dragons, wizards, Mario Kart races, [...]

Posted on June 25, 2025June 25, 2025 by admin 0

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Accessible Stargazing: Observatories and Stargazing Spots for Cosmic Wonder

There’s something oddly thrilling about watching twinkling stars and clouds creating shapes like a cosmic jellyfish, a sky cow, or a taco floating through space. The issue is that city smog, light pollution, and cloudy skies can make it nearly impossible to see the Milky Way or any other astronomical wonder. And if you’re a [...]

Posted on June 17, 2025July 9, 2025 by admin 0

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Accessible Waterparks and Splash Pads for Summer Fun this Fourth of July

With the 4th of July just around the corner, patriotic spirits are pulling out all the stops to celebrate! Barbecues? Check. Family get-togethers? Double check. Fireworks? Of course. While these holiday classics are always fun, temperatures and humidity will be high. That doesn’t exactly scream “party perfection,” does it? So why not spend the day [...]

Posted on June 5, 2025May 29, 2025 by admin 0

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The Ultimate Wheelchair-Accessible Guide to Las Vegas

Infamously known as Sin City, Vegas is the entertainment capital of the world, attracting over 40 million visitors every year. For many, this iconic city is the ultimate destination for bachelor parties, wild nights out, concerts, and late-night casino runs. So that famous catchphrase, “What happens in Vegas, stays in Vegas,” can’t be anything but [...]

Posted on May 16, 2025May 9, 2025 by admin 0

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Your Guide to Accessible Michelin Star Restaurants in the U.S.

There’s nothing better than a night of fine dining where candlelit tables enhance overall ambiance, food melts in your mouth, desserts are covered in gold dust or smoked chocolate, and wine pairings somehow make everything taste better. No doubt, a Michelin-starred restaurant can turn a simple dinner into a full-on experience. The issue is that [...]

Posted on May 6, 2025May 3, 2025 by admin 0

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Wildlife Wonders: Discover Drive-Thru Wildlife Refuges in Your Rental Van

Taking kids to the zoo always sounds fun — until you're chasing one toward the flamingos while another’s throwing a fit about a sticky ice cream cone. With drive-thru wildlife refuges, you can avoid the chaos and enjoy a relaxing wildlife adventure from the comfort of your rental van. Over here, you’ll cruise past grazing [...]

Posted on April 15, 2025April 11, 2025 by admin 0

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April Showers: Wheelchair-Accessible Adventures for Rainy Days

Rainy days often divide people into two groups: the “I’m never leaving this blanket” crowd and the “Rain won’t stop me” adventurers. If you’re in the second group but don’t particularly enjoy getting soaked, there are plenty of wheelchair-friendly spots where you can stay dry and still have an awesome time. You can visit indoor [...]

Posted on April 5, 2025April 8, 2025 by admin 0

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The Best Wheelchair-Friendly Zoos and Wildlife Parks in America

If you think zoos and wildlife parks are just for school field trips, think again. Where else can you lock eyes with a 400-pound silverback gorilla, watch a giraffe chew its lunch in slow motion, or witness a flamingo stand on one leg like it’s showing off? While zoos can be magical, if you have [...]

Posted on March 15, 2025March 15, 2025 by admin 0