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MemberWow, that is just horrible! But also a bit confusing. I would actually prefer to board last as it means less time in an airline seat…
Either way, thanks for calling me a “problem”… 😠
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A media pundit and former Northwest Airlines general manager accuses wheelchair users of faking disabilities to board the airplane early.
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I don’t think it’s a “Four-Wheeled Problem,” it actually sounds like a management problem. The manager who even said that cited part of the issue that dove this thinking is because airlines are “short staffed,” um wouldn’t that actually be more of a concern here? a concern that should be managed to properly run a business? or maybe just… Read more
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Found this on Twitter today:
https://twitter.com/oneoffdave1/status/1635990809731366914?s=46&t=NWteHsQRt0uFsgngkdEDHw
Encountered this mirror in accessible loo today! pic.twitter.com/uRtuw46bwl
— OneOffDave (@OneOffDave1) March 15, 2023
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I know that non-italians do not love bidets (and good luck getting on that one by the way) – but us Italians would never put a mirror so you can see where you are washing…. it’s supposed to be a tactile only experience 😁
Someone once told me that “travel is vaccine for the soul” (you can tell it was during the pandemic!). I have noticed that I’m changing as I get older and much more appreciate the “beach” type of holiday. What about you?
https://www.simplyemma.co.uk/psychological-benefits-of-a-holiday-for-a-disabled-person/
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Psychological Benefits Of A Holiday For A Disabled Person - Simply Emma
Have you ever considered how beneficial a holiday can be for a disabled person? Read this article to find out the psychological benefits of going on holiday.
Reply to renting or buying a electric wheelchair in Japan or bring one from uk.
As Limg_ling mentioned, there is no scooter restriction at temples etc, but often steps etc. A lot more are adding ramps lately though. Scooters can have more challenge on the trains though due to the turning radius. But those rules are loosening too.
Trains work well for getting around in cities, but in the alps, you may need taxis or a…
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Hi, sorry for the delay in replying.
For local trains and buses, you can just show up at the station and ask for help.
For the Shinkansen, it will depend. If the person can walk to their seat, then you could fold the wheelchair and put it near the back of he carriage behind the last row of seats (but note that there is really not enough…
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