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Disabled Travelers Australia Series: Darwin
Posted August 5th, 2010 in access guides, Accessible Travel, general news, helpful information, hotel reviews, restaurant reviews, Train Accessible Travel and Wheelchair Accessible Attractions
A stormy sunset in Australia’s Northern Territory
Photo by: Juho Tastula (Stock Exchange)
Welcome back to Disabled Travelers! As we wind down our stupendous and compendious series of access guides for Australia, we come to Darwin, capital of the Northern Territory. Though it’s the least populous capital on the island, it’s the heart and soul of the Northern Territory and well-known as a jumping off point for Asian destinations. Darwin Harbor and surroundings have grown from pioneer days and include historic shipwrecks and terrific fishing. But how’s the wheelchair access? Let’s see …
One of the biggest attractions in Darwin is the harbor area, so let’s start with accessible hotels around Darwin Harbor. You can also get plenty of listings for wheelchair-friendly accommodations from PleaseTakeMeTo, Australian Bed and Breakfast, and of course, Stayz. One very well-located and reputable option is the Darwin Central Hotel, which has a selection of accessible rooms. There’s also Escape Travel for even more hits. If you’re headed between Darwin and Adelaide, or planning to pop by famous Alice Springs, you’ll want to hear about The Ghan, one of Rail Australia’s most historic trains. Of course, Darwin International Airport is another handy option. [more]
City of Lights, Part 5: A Final Look at Handicapped Travel Resources in Paris
Posted June 22nd, 2010 in access guides, Accessible Travel, Train Accessible Travel and Wheelchair Accessible Attractions
A last look at the city of romance
Photo by: Koetsy18 (Stock Exchange)
Bonjour! No, ladies and gentlemen, summer has not made me forget about Paris! You know, after about four posts, you might think we’ve done just about everything it’s possible to do in the City of Lights here at Disabled Travelers. But, in fact, I’m here to prove there’s a little bit left to round out our five-part access guides for the capital of France. We’ve covered a lot, but there’s still a bunch of great stuff that didn’t quite fit into any of our other topics. So, as we bid farewell to the land of wine and cheese and get ready to move on to our next destination, here’s “everything else” you haven’t seen. [more]
Handicapped Travelers’ Resources All Around Scotland
Posted December 9th, 2009 in access guides, Bus Accessible Travel, helpful information and Train Accessible Travel
Dundee Steeple Church
Photo by: Colin Brough
Hello, everyone, and once again, happy holidays from the Disabled Travelers blog! Today I’ll be continuing on with my access guide for the United Kingdom by discussing disabled travel resources in Scotland. This is a great destination that no tour through the UK should be without. So without further ado, here we go … [more]
Wheelchair Accessible Bus, Charter, and Train Options in the United States
Posted December 1st, 2009 in Bus Accessible Travel, Charter Accessible Travel, general news and Train Accessible Travel
The skyline of Boston, a city known for its many wonderful transportation options
Welcome back to the Disabled Travelers blog! Don’t look now, but this could be shaping up as an especially hectic year for those planning to travel for winter holidays or New Years. Airlines are often backed up, and inclement weather might be a nuisance. But remember that disabled travel doesn’t have to be limited to air and sea. Plenty of handicapped travelers are finding ways to get around with accessibility-enhanced trains, buses, and charters. In the U.S., these can sometimes be the “forgotten” travel options, so I’d like to talk about the latest in wheelchair travel “on wheels.” [more]
