The open blue ocean! Whether it’s taking one of world’s popular cruises on a major cruise line or sailing on a boat or yacht, wheelchair travelers have options getting out onto the ocean’s open waters. Find overnight accommodations as well as day trips that are wheelchair accessible, along with trips and tricks and other info you need to know before booking.
Featured Cruises + Sailing
Freedom Sailing International
Freedom Sailing International is a non-profit organization based in New Orleans, whose mission is to design, build and operate the first
Glacier Bay, British Columbia Sea Adventure
It’s always a bit risky taking a journey to a remote destination where accessibility may be in question. But seven
Cruise Alaska’s Inside Passage
Four years ago I took my very first cruise which happened to be to one of the best destinations a
More Cruises + Sailing
Cruising + Cruise Lines Overview
Why take a cruise? Cruising on various cruise lines is one of the most popular means of travel for those who
Alaska Wheelchair Travel Tips
Alaska is more stunning in person than imagined, and is a top wheelchair travel destination. The easiest and most wheelchair-friendly
San Diego, California: Adaptive + Recreational Sailing
Challenged Sailors San Diego in California provides therapeutic and recreational adaptive sailing opportunities for people with disabilities to enhance their
Cruise Warnings: 6 Travel Access Myths
For some people, a cruise is the trip of a lifetime, a celebration, a repeat occurrence, or perhaps the best
12-Day Island Cruise (Royal Caribbean)
Cruising is the most accessible vacation for anyone in a wheelchair. The newest ships are bigger and better offering many
7-Day Western Caribbean Cruise (Disney Fantasy)
As you may have read in my articles, my wife and I are Disney nuts. Back in 2010 we took the
7-Day Eastern Caribbean Cruise (Disney Fantasy)
In my Adventures by Disney articles for Germany and 4 day Bahamian cruise, my wife and I are Disney nuts. Back in 2010
7-Day Eastern Caribbean Cruise (Disney Fantasy)
I have been on many great Disney Cruises, but the access on the 7-day Eastern Caribbean Cruise onboard the Disney
7-Day Eastern Caribbean Cruise (Royal Caribbean)
Planning If you are anything like me, when you decide to take a vacation, spontaneity goes out the window.
5-Day Western Caribbean Cruise (Ruby Princess)
I was itching to go on another cruise. I narrowed my travel search down to two itineraries, a 5-night to either
Freedom Sailing International
Freedom Sailing International is a non-profit organization based in New Orleans, whose mission is to design, build and operate the first
Cruising with a Disability: What to Know
The word POSH, coincidentally, has nautical and monetary roots and due to the intense sun refers to the cooler side
Cruise Planning: 10 Travel Tips
1. Seek out the newest ships. While some oceangoing lines have nicely retrofitted older vessels with accessible features, generally, the
5-Night Caribbean Cruise (Royal Princess)
I’ve always been fascinated with traveling; mostly by air though as that was my main form of travel when not
Cruise: Mexico, Belize, Isla Roatan & Cayman Islands
It was a cold day bundled in my down overcoat in New England and I couldn’t count down the hours
Glacier Bay, British Columbia Sea Adventure
It’s always a bit risky taking a journey to a remote destination where accessibility may be in question. But seven
Yacht Rental in Mediterranean
With architect Hacı M. Hekim, Tunc Tonger has designed a three-story wheelchair accessible yacht to provide the disabled with a
Havana, Cuba Travel Adventure
While there are still restrictions to go anywhere in Cuba, even Havana, it is easier to get there than it
Cruise Alaska’s Inside Passage
Four years ago I took my very first cruise which happened to be to one of the best destinations a
Cruise 12-Night Eastern Mediterranean: Italy, Greece, Turkey + Egypt
There aren’t many cruise itineraries that allow you to visit 3 ancient marvels like the Colosseum in Rome, the Parthenon
4-Day Bahamas Cruise (Disney Wonder)
My wife and I never thought we would be cruisers. In our minds we always pictured older people on a
Cruise: Be Your Own Advocate!
Cruising is a great way to travel and see the world and that’s also true for many people with disabilities,
Europe Cruise: Holland, Germany, Denmark, Estonia, Finland & Russia
Looking for a wheelchair accessible European Cruise? If so, a Scandinavian Itinerary may be the one for you to begin
Cruise: France, Italy + Spain
The Liberty of the Seas is the second biggest ship in the world, just behind the Oasis of the Seas
Cruising on the Celebrity Silhouette
Easy Access Travel was honored to be among the Travel Industry guests invited to sail on a two night pre-inaugural
Alaska Cruise and Land Tour Tips
One of the best accessible cruises is to Alaska, whether using a manual or power wheelchair or scooter. I
Easy Access Travel
Dedicated to meeting the needs of disabled and mature travelers. Easy Access Travel provides clients with the necessary information to
Carnival Cruises Accessible Features
Cruising is one of the most popular ways for people to travel when on vacation. Carnival Ships feature accessible elevators
Carnival Glory Cruise Access
So far I have only been on one ship. As I “try” them out I will try to put together
Caribbean Cruise (Carnival Breeze)
Our cruise in January 2015 to the Caribbean on the Carnival Breeze included stops at the ports St. Thomas and
Disabled Travel Agent’s Favorite Cruises
I am often asked which cruise line and destination are my favorites; 16 years ago I took my first cruise
Why Take a Cruise? Travel Agent’s Advice
It’s no secret anymore that cruises have become the vacation of choice for persons with disabilities. Major cruise lines have