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Traveling with a Disability, The Challenges & Options

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Source: Our analysis of the creator's lived experience, based on what they said in this video.

Creator's Key Takeaways

an estimated 60 million north americans have a disability that impacts their ability to travel

wheelchairs are are well accommodated aboard a cruise ship

not all ports are geared to accommodate uh people with disabilities

royal caribbean does an outstanding job with a program they have for autistic children

Creator's Tips & Advice

โœ“Know your limitations before planning a vacation
โœ“Plan well in advance for accessible accommodations on cruises
โœ“Seek out a travel advisor with experience in disability travel
โœ“Research accessibility details directly with resorts or hotels
โœ“Consider private excursions for better accessibility in Europe

๐Ÿ†•New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Fear of heights or physical limitations โ€” Ensure you are physically and mentally capable of handling the planned activities
Navigating ports with disabilities โ€” Research port accessibility and consider private excursions

Questions This Creator Answers

QHow can people with disabilities travel more easily?
QWhat are the challenges of accessible travel?
QHow do cruise lines accommodate passengers with disabilities?
QWhat tips can help travelers with disabilities plan better?

Topics Covered

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Port Highlights

Greece
Santorini
Top: Private excursion
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YouTube Video Descriptionโ†“

An estimated 60 million-plus North Americans have a disability impacting their ability to travel. Furthermore, in some cases, such disabilities may limit a personโ€™s ability to travel at all. Ken's guest today is Bob Shaffer, a Luxury Travel Advisor with Vacations by Cruise & Travel Experts who counsels clients with limited mobility or other physical limitations that may negatively impact their travel experiences. Contact Real Travel Experts: questions@realtravelexperts.com https://realtravelexperts.com/ https://www.facebook.com/pg/RealTravelExperts/ https://www.instagram.com/realtravelexperts/ Contact: Vacations by Cruise & Travel Experts: https://vacationsbycruiseandtravelexperts.com/ More Information on Royal Caribbean: Autism Friendly Ships: https://www.royalcaribbean.com/experience/accessible-cruising/autism-friendly-ships Image & Video Credits: Stateroom Courtesy of Royal Caribbean Stateroom Washroom Courtesy of Celebrity Cruise Freedom of the Seas Clip Courtesy of Royal Caribbean Autism Friendly Logo Courtesy of https://autismontheseas.com/ Other Image byย Judith Scharnowskiย fromย Pixabay RTE Travel Talk does not endorse any of their guests' products or services. The opinions of the guests may or may not reflect those of the host and RTE Travel Talk.