If you are talking about traveling, I have no problem butting into your conversation! I love to hear about people’s trips and swap tips. During my daughter’s Miracle League baseball game last week, I talked to another mom about their Make-A-Wish trip to Disney World. I could easily talk about Disney all day, but she had some questions and concerns about flying with her child with a disability. She had questions about the logistics of
Category: Disability travel
The beach is my happy place. It has become a happy place for our family. The sun, the sand, the water, it’s healing. We have always done our best to make traveling accessible and enjoyable for Reagan. There is no way I could enjoy my happy place if Reagan could not enjoy it. Along the way, we have found some beach essentials for wheelchair users. Beach accessibility has come a long way in the last
Tips for flying with a loved one who has a disability. I love to travel. For me, planning a trip is just as much fun as the trip. I love the decision making and anticipation that comes with a trip. I love the adventures with my family and the experiences we share. What I don’t love, is the stress that can come from traveling with a child with disabilities. Many parents who have children with
Michigan State Parks make sites more accessible. Traveling with a wheelchair can be limiting. The good news is many places are learning they need to do better at accommodating people with disabilities. Kudos to the Michigan Department of Natural Resources for adding track chairs to their state parks so people with disabilities can access all areas. There are 11 state parks in Michigan that have track chairs that people with disabilities can borrow. People should
Best Tips for Traveling With Special Needs Kids by Amaka Chukwuma Check out this article Molly was mentioned in from Wealth of Geeks on the importance of traveling with disabled kids.
Yes, I am one of those people. I pack my luggage at least two weeks before a trip. I have lists for my list of what to bring. I create itineraries, book excursions, and make dining reservations. I check weather reports, airline delays, and road construction issues. It is just who I am. I know you’re thinking that I am stressed during this, but, for me, it is part of planning a vacation and I