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Florida is one of the most interesting and entertaining states to visit, with attractions and natural beauty that are unique to its geographic location in our nation. It also showcases a diversity and culture that is a microcosm of what it is to be an American. Being the number one tourist destination in the U.S., [...]

Did you know that wheelchair users are much more likely to suffer injuries during car trips? While sudden halts and collisions are often blamed, many times, the culprit is actually the incorrect anchoring of wheelchairs.  When your wheelchair is improperly restrained, it can roll over, slide, or bounce, leading to disastrous circumstances. To avoid this [...]

The Grand Canyon is among the most awe-inspiring natural features in the United States. Grand Canyon National Park follows 278 miles of the Colorado River and stretches into the nearby uplands. It is so beautiful that when Teddy Roosevelt visited the Grand Canyon in 1903, he stated that it is “absolutely unparalleled throughout the world” [...]

As the leaves change color and the aroma of roasted chestnuts fills the cool air, we all start anticipating the exciting holiday season. From roasting turkeys on Thanksgiving and singing carols on Christmas to lighting the Menorah during Hanukkah and watching the Times Square Ball Drop on New Year's Eve, every occasion holds a special [...]

Adaptive skiing exists to provide people with disabilities an equal opportunity to hit the slopes at some of the major ski resorts around the country. Adaptive alpine skiing was developed as a sport by disabled veterans of WWII from Germany and Austria. Today, it's not just a sport but a tried and true recreational activity. [...]

As popular ridesharing giants, Uber and Lyft have made transportation more accessible for the masses. Whether you want to attend your favorite band's concert downtown or commute to work, you can simply tap a few buttons on your smartphone and have a ride at your doorstep in mere minutes.  But how accessible are these services [...]

October is fast approaching! It’s the time of year for pumpkin spice, changing leaves, and football, but there is nothing we look forward to more during fall than Halloween. People living with disabilities who require wheelchairs can sometimes find putting together the perfect Halloween costume challenging, but rest assured that there are plenty of costume [...]