AbilityTips
Airport – earlier is better!
Be sure to arrive at the airport early if you require assistance boarding the plane or if you are gate checking a wheelchair or other equipment. Alert the gate attendant about your needs so they can plan ahead, make any necessary accommodations, and pre-board you.
In the News…
February 2010: Erica Davis, a San Diego woman, who utilizes a wheelchair, has made one of the most challenging climbs up Mount Kilimanjaro, the tallest mountain in Africa. Click here to read about her amazing travel adventure.
September 2009: AbilityTrip’s own, Darren Brehm, was featured in an article for his work on the 2016 Chicago Olympic Bid. The idea was to make the temporary stadium seating convertible to wheelchairs for distribution around the world post-games. We’re hoping the idea lives on! Read more about it here.
TOP 10 DESTINATIONS
- Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas, USVI
- Nassau, New Providence, Bahamas
- Washington, District of Columbia, USA
- Montreal, Quebec, Canada
- Punta Cana, La Altagracia, Dominican Republic
- Colon, Colon Province, Panama
- Half Moon Cay, Bahamas
- Playa del Carmen, Quintana Roo, Mexico
- Toronto, Ontario, Canada
- Hamilton, Pembroke, Bermuda