Travel is inspiring, offering glimpses of new cultures, exciting adventures, and the ultimate in relaxation. As travelers, we are often asked to step outside of our comfort zone to enjoy those experiences. However, if you need accessible travel, it’s rarely easy.
It’s normal to arrive at a destination as a wheelchair user and find the accessible room given away or discover there’s a step to get into the restaurant. Tour providers might deny access based on ignorance and limit options out of fear of litigation. Even your wheelchair is at risk. In August of 2024, over 75,000 wheelchairs and scooters were damaged on flights.
There’s a need for accessible travel options that are clear and reliable. A 2022 study by the Bureau of Transportation Statistics found that over 18.6 million Americans over the age of five self-reported having disabilities that limited travel. Certainly, if more opportunities existed that safely offered inclusive travel, that number would shrink.
Here, we’ve listed a few companies that are determined to change the landscape of accessible travel.