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MemberFor many people, traveling with a disability brings with it a wide set of additional costs that a non-disabled person would never even consider. We thought it might be interesting to ask about these extra costs and ask you, the audience, what it costs for you to travel as a disabled person.
Tell us which costs are directly and…
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I’m from CA.
At home, the state pays for my in-home personal care assistant (PCA). When I travel, the PCA can’t travel with me. So, I have to pay for a PCA ‘out of pocket’ just to help me for two hours each day.
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Traveling with someone for personal care really adds to the price. I cannot go without them. A hotel room can be shared, and I’d need one anyway, but the airfare is the biggest unavoidable cost.
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A nice accessible (st)roll in Australia – but don’t take any rocks!
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Looks so beautiful. Thank you for sharing and don’t forget to take your blue handbag next time 😉
For frequent cruisers, what do you think about these tips? Would you offer any other advice to first-time cruise travelers?
worldofcruising.co.uk
Cruising with a disability – 5 tips to ensure a smooth sailing
From buying travel insurance to storing medication on board, cruising with a disability isn’t always as straightforward as it should be. That’s why Mark Davidson is on hand to share advice on how to make travelling with impairments a smoother … Continue reading
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For any first time cruisers, I would say to start with a short trip. You can always do other things in the port location (and its smart not to fly in the morning of departure anyways!), but it gives you a great idea what you think of cruising in a fairly low stakes way.
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This is a great summary, but…. We may need extra charger ports on a ship – always bring a ship-approved charger with enough extra outlets to cover your needs.
Additionally, many of the newer ships require you place your ship card in the wall slot to power your room. If you leave your room, all power stops the minute you remove the ship card from…
What are your cruise packing tips?
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What to Pack for an Accessible Cruise - My List - Blind Girl Adventures
This post may contain affiliate links; by clicking on and buying through these links I will earn a small commission, at no extra cost to you: helping me to keep Blind Girl Adventures running.Cruising is one of the best ways … Continue reading
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Great list! I have been thinking of making of a video of my packing style. I pack Days of the Week bags with all of my outfits for each day in one bag each. On a cruise where themed or formal nights are typically told ahead time, it makes it easier to plan ahead than sorting through clothes the days of!
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The South Carolina coastal town of Myrtle Beach is famous for its warm weather, pristine beaches along the Grand Strand, and top golf courses. But more recently, it’s also become renowned for being at the forefront of autism-friendly travel, thanks to local staff certified by the Champion Autism Network (CAN), sensory-friendly experiences, and quiet hours.
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This Inclusive Beach Town Welcomes Autistic Travelers
Sensory-friendly restaurants, hotels, and attractions welcome travelers with autism to the beautiful resort town of Myrtle Beach.
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That is so great to see an entire community get involved, not just a single establishment
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