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Possibly Travelling Alone and Terrified
Hi there,
I’m looking for advice on travelling alone as an electric wheelchair user. There’s a possibility that I might need to travel alone for a medical appointment as the person who I was hoping to accompany me to the appointment is being a bit flaky about it, I have to travel to Sudbury, Ontario next week (Oct.24th – Oct 26th); If I have to…
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Hi!
First of all, remember – we are all here to support each other.
I live in Japan now, but I was born and raised in Canada. I also use a power wheelchair and I travelled home by bus once by myself. I can understand it can be unnerving!
I find, personally, knowing what places look like before I go can be comforting. For example, using Google…
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Adding to what Josh has said, let someone back home know where you’re at. I post on my social media accounts where I’m staying at, the restaurants I eat at, and all the sites I visit. Even though I’m alone during most of my trips, I don’t feel alone.
Stick to major streets. Don’t go down alleys or shortcuts that seem deserted. Perhaps avoid…
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Michigan
I’m looking for low cost trips that are wheelchair accessible in the Michigan -Ohio area.
I am willing to pass on info on places I’ve gone that are low/no cost.
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Changi Airport’s New Calm Room Is a Beautiful Step Toward Truly Inclusive Travel
https://theworldisaccessible.com/changi-airport-calm-room-inclusive-travel-space/
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Changi Airport’s New Calm Room Is a Beautiful Step Toward Truly Inclusive Travel Singapore’s Changi Airport has unveiled its first sensory-friendly Calm Room, and I can’t help but feel a genuine sense of joy seeing something like this take shape. … Continue reading
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Airbnb and accessibility experiences
Normally I have avoided rental properties on Airbnb because I always felt a bit safer knowing there are staff nearby etc or of there was a problem with the room I could possibly switch by asking at the front desk.
I’ve come across a situation where the Airbnb may be better and more accessible than a hotel in the area…
What have your…
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Josh, this is the exact reason I haven’t considered an Airbnb property
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My general Review -3 month Trip in Japan
Hi Everyone,
Well just got back from a three-month (Jul/Aug/Sep) holiday/trip in Japan. Went by train (Shinkansen & Express & local trains) and Ferries from up near the top of Hokkaido (Shiretoko Peninsula) down to the bottom to the city of Kagoshima and many places in between. I am a paraplegic in a manual w/chair, l am upper middle 60’s…
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[Official] Toyoko Inn (Lowest price) ｜ Hotel and business hotel reservations at Toyoko Inn
Book your stay at Toyoko Inn and enjoy the best rates when you reserve through our official website. Get extra discounts as a Toyoko Inn Club Card member or by prepaying with a credit card. Ideal for business trips, sightseeing, … Continue reading
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That was such a great write-up, thank you!
I loved the idea of getting the train instructions written by the tourist information center!
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