The New York Times – Travel:
For disabled travelers in search of adventure, there are a growing number of adrenaline-fueled options. In Oregon, one wheelchair user went tree-climbing.
Category: Wheelchairs
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4 Apps That Make Traveling With Disabilities Easier
The New York Times – Travel:
Three apps and one website help travelers with a variety of disabilities identify potential obstacles, get audio descriptions in 185 languages and book custom trips.
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After a Stroke, How Does ‘ANTM’s’ J. Alexander See the Runway?
The New York Times – Fashion & Style:
Teaching models how to strut made J. Alexander, or Miss J, a star. After having a stroke, he now uses a wheelchair. Has it shaped how he sees a catwalk?
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The Trump Administration Wants to Roll Back Airline Passenger Rights
The New York Times – Travel:
The Transportation Department’s apparent openness to undoing government policies protecting the rights of airline passengers could have wide ramifications.
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Paris Promised the Olympics Would Be Accessible. The Clock Is Ticking.
The New York Times – Travel:
The city, which put inclusivity at the center of its bid, has improved access for people with disabilities, but with the opening ceremony about 12 weeks away, obstacles remain.
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U.S. Proposes New Rules to Ease Flying for Travelers in Wheelchairs
The New York Times – Travel:
The Transportation Department said the proposed regulations would make it easier to hold airlines accountable for mishandling passengers’ wheelchairs.
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How the Rollettes Dance Team Created a Sisterhood for Women with Disabilities
The New York Times – Fashion & Style:
How Chelsie Hill, the founder of the Rollettes dance team in Los Angeles, created a sisterhood for women and girls with disabilities.
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In Wheelchair Football, Camaraderie Comes With Metal-on-Metal Contact
The New York Times – Sports:
A collision-heavy wheelchair football team in Buffalo is giving players community and purpose.
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A Trail Guide for Disabled Hikers
The New York Times – Travel:
We highlight a selection of paths, overlooks and other sites in several U.S. parks that outdoor enthusiasts with disabilities can enjoy this summer.