UK charity Queen Elizabeth’s Foundation for Disabled People (QEF) is addressing issues faced by wheelchair users when traveling by air, through the launch of a unique film, Your Guide to Flying with a Disability. Now people thinking about flying with their powered wheelchair can see exactly what’s involved when taking a flight as the film shows every stage of the journey.
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New Motor Homes Are Wheelchair and Accessible Friendly
For those who use a wheelchair or have mobility issues, it may be difficult to get around, especially away from home. But this week, Winnebago is releasing its idea to help those get on the road by announcing the production of three new motorhomes that are wheelchair and accessible friendly, according to KIMT News in Rochester, Minnesota. Photo courtesy Winnebago
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What Is This Airline’s Policy on Wheelchair Passengers Traveling Solo?
A passenger in wheelchair claims an airline would not let her board because she was traveling alone. Industry officials say the airline does not have clear policies after she tweeted about her issue with the Hong Kong Airlines. READ MORE
Top Technology Trends to Transform Mobility in 2019
Good news for the travel community: Inclusive and accessible mobility will continue to be a focus in 2019. In addition, trip planning that uses technology will also grow considerably this year. Other trends include (everyone’s favorite) data sharing and curbside management. While there has been much discussion over the past few years about how significant an impact curb usage has on mobility, 2019 will bring actual pilot projects that show how to effectively manage the curb, explains Carol Schweiger in this recent Intelligent Transport report. READ MORE
On a Roll: Magazine Names TravelAbility Summit Board Member Cory Lee Woodard Person of the Year
TravelAbility Summit Board Member Cory Lee Woodard was recently chosen as “Person of the Year” by New Mobility Magazine. Through his travel blog, Curb Free with Cory Lee, he has become the face (and heart) of accessible travel and we are honored to have him and his lived experience to help guide content for our events. In his spare time, Cory Lee is working on a 55-item bucket list that includes seeing the Superbowl and snorkeling the Great Reef Barrier in Australia. He recently crossed seeing the Taj Mahal off his list. Read more.
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