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- Gulf Shores and Orange Beach, Alabama. Ten years ago, I would’ve never expected a destination in Alabama to make a list of most accessible places, but times have certainly changed… in a good way!
- Honolulu, Hawaii. If you’re looking for the ultimate tropical destination in the U.S., look no further than Hawaii, of course. While all of the Hawaiian Islands are worth exploring and have many accessible things to do, the island of Oahu and the capital city of Honolulu is a great place to base yourself on any visit.
- Key West, Florida. Key West, and the Florida Keys in general, is an oasis for travelers wanting warm weather, cold drinks, and accessible things to do year-round.
- Las Vegas, Nevada. There is often a consensus among wheelchair users that Las Vegas is the most accessible city in America. I would definitely agree that it is one of, if not the, most wheelchair-friendly.
- Subway Shortcomings
- Subway Inequality
- MTA Mobility: A Work in Progress
- Inaccessible Cities: New York City
The city’s Metropolitan Transit Authority (MTA) subway and bus system is well-connected and operates round-the-clock, making travel opportunities seem endless, but for the 550,000 New Yorkerswho have difficulty walking, using this system to get around the Big Apple is not so appealing. Of 472 active subway stations, for example, fewer than a quarte...
The MTA aims to make New York City’s subway system, the city’s central nervous system which runs on 100-year-old technology, completely disability accessible by 2034. At present, 25 percent is accessible. Making the subway fully accessible will enable people with disabilities to better access essential buildings like hospitals and schools and allow...
Since 1993, the MTA has managed Access-A-Ride, a public, city-wide network of vans and cars equipped with wheelchair lifts that drop passengers off at their destination within the city’s five boroughs for $2.75, the price of today’s subway ride, regardless of distance. Passengers must schedule their ride one to two days in advance. If a ride is ava...
Making major cities such as New York City fully accessible is the first true step towards true equity and inclusion. To make New York City more accessible, the MTA can start by ensuring that the subway elevators in place work consistently and that all MTA operators are trained to accommodate those with disabilities while law enforcement should bett...
Aug 10, 2022 · Adventure travel has long prided itself on being more inclusive and working with local communities in a way that mass travel does not. However, many people associate adventure travel with physical activity done by people who are not living with a disability.
Jul 6, 2021 · Trails need to be at least 36 inches wide to accommodate people with mobility disabilities. Some environments, like beaches, are especially challenging from a mobility standpoint. But there are ways to improve access to these areas.
Oct 10, 2022 · Art has played an integral—maybe even primary—role in the burgeoning movement for disability justice throughout the United States in the last decade. In memoirs, paintings and drawings ...
Sep 18, 2023 · People with disabilities often face obstacles or unwelcoming environments when they try to use outdoor spaces. A growing movement of disability advocates and online communities is actively working to challenge these barriers and promote inclusivity in outdoor recreation.
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Sep 3, 2024 · Only 39% of Americans view national parks as an accessible travel option for any level of ability or disability. Technology can help break down barriers for park goers with disabilities.
