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How Visiting Florianópolis Changed My Perspective on Disabled Travel

A bright, sunny day with a clear blue sky showcasing a suspension bridge spanning across a calm river. The foreground features a pedestrian walkway with a black and yellow guardrail, bordered by a grassy area with trees. In the background, buildings and a mountainous landscape can be seen.

/ Why a trip to Florianópolis made me rethink how I travel as a disabled person Sun, sand, and a nine-hour drive — a short Brazilian getaway turned into a humbling reminder that even seasoned wheelchair travelers need a plan. Like millions of others here in Brazil, my wife and I headed to the coast […]

Wheelchair-Friendly Rome: How to Explore the Eternal City with Ease

“Rome on Wheels” – by Kelly Mack Table of Contents Rome is an incredible city, filled with history and art — plus incredible food. On a recent Mediterranean cruise my husband, Richard, and I spent one day touring some of the sites in a swift whirlwind. We caught the Rome bug and had to go […]

Why Adaptive Clothing Matters: Introducing Vilber’s Adaptive

Two wheelchair users are sitting side by side, both wearing Vilber's Adaptive clothing. The man on the left is dressed in a black long-sleeve shirt and light beige pants, while the woman on the right wears a black top paired with a red skirt that features a zipper detail. Both are smiling confidently, showcasing the stylish and functional design of the adaptive clothing.

Why Adaptive Clothing Matters: My Journey with Vilber’s Adaptive Table of Contents I still remember the first time I received a piece of clothing tailored specifically for my body. It was during a significant moment in my life—just before I left for a six-month study trip to Taiwan. My mother surprised me with a beautifully […]

Airline Damaged Your Wheelchair? Here’s What to Do!

An airplane boarding - what to do if your wheelchair is damaged while flying.

Airline Damaged Your Wheelchair? Here’s What to Do! Personal Experience:   In my lifetime, I’ve been fortunate to take close to 100 flights, and I’m thankful to say that none of my wheelchairs have been damaged. I realize this puts me in a small minority—many wheelchair users have not been as lucky.   Stories wheelchairs […]

Breathtaking Tanzania Safari: Laura Cook’s Epic Adventure

Laura smiles in the foreground, wearing a wide-brimmed hat and blue jacket, standing in front of a small Coastal aviation Cessna plane on a dirt airstrip during a safari in Tanzania. Although the plane isn't the most accessible, Laura was able to manage boarding with some assistance.

Breathtaking Tanzania Safari: Laura Cook’s Epic Adventure I’ll start this blog by mentioning that I am ambulatory but have significant mobility issues. This is solely my experience, and I know everyone will have a different perspective. However, I absolutely loved my safari. Tanzania, particularly the Serengeti, was the most magical place I’ve ever visited. Honestly, […]

Exclusive Interview: Meet the First Person to Cross Africa by Wheelchair

Setting out to complete a monumental challenge takes a considerable amount of guts, determination, and often sheer doggedness to see through what it is that you aim to achieve. This approach to life, this refusal to concede that you may have bitten off more than you can chew, is nowhere more evident than when witnessing […]