I posted the below video on social media a week ago, and I didn’t tag Virgin Voyages because otherwise I was quite happy with my experience. However, their team noticed the cabin and their Director of Belonging messaged me to say that they are adding powered doors to their accessible rooms. We also zoomed for a bit and he listened to…

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Danielle | Disability & Rare Disease Advocate on Instagram: "One simple feature can be a game changer with accessibility. Once I experienced a room with a powered door, it’s so hard to go back! I’ve talked to many people who aren’t even disabled who’ve said they would pay extra for a room with this feature as well - think of luggage, baby strollers, etc. Some companies I’ve seen have this feature: 🏠 @becomingrentable : Becoming Rentable has over 1,200 accessible short-term rental properties listed (more than Airbnb & VRBO combined) in all 50 states (+ Puerto Rico). 🚢 The Disney Wish and Royal Caribbean’s Utopia of the Seas also had these in their accessible rooms ⭐️ Do you agree or do you have a different feature you would pay more for? Let me know in the comments! ID: Danielle moves a c table to hold open the door, and then she gets on the scooter and parks it in the hall. Then she comes back in and removes the table. The video is sped up from how long it actually took. Transcript: I will literally pay more money for a room with one simple feature, and most hospitality companies have no idea that they are leaving this money on the table. I’m talking about powered door buttons, and let me show you why. This video is from a cruise ship less than five years old, and ships of the same age have powered door buttons in their accessible rooms. The only good thing about this room is that it had a piece of furniture that was light enough for me to move and heavy enough to hold the door open, but most hotel rooms don’t have a piece of furniture like this, so I can’t get in and out without someone else assisting me. In the description, I’ll add some companies that I’ve seen add powered doors to their rooms. For many like myself, this would be the difference in being able to travel independently. #accessibletravel #accessibletourism #accessibleadventures #accessibleholidays #wheelchairtravel"

_daniellevates on March 17, 2026: "One simple feature can be a game changer with accessibility. Once I experienced a room with a powered door, it’s so hard to go back! I’ve talked to many people who aren’t even disabled who’ve … Continue reading

Here is my full recap vlog of Virgin Voyage’s Valiant Lady Riviera Maya Cruise! I have detailed vlogs of specific categories (room tours, food, etc.) but this one goes into accessibility the most and gives some quick thoughts on the ship and the stops on Cozumel and Bimini.

https://youtu.be/50OMRcNkJYQ?si=7-piY8rSiJyK36zf

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NPR is seeking stories about accessibility in hotels for wheelchair users. I’m glad they are running this story! Here is the link if you are interested in submitting an entry: https://www.npr.org/2025/09/11/g-s1-86969/hotel-safety-wheelchair-mobility

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Are hotel rooms accessible for people who use wheelchairs? NPR wants to hear from you

Hotels have accessible rooms for wheelchair users. If you or someone you know has experienced problems with those rooms, we'd like to hear about it.