Travel & Lifestyle

Flying with a Power Wheelchair: How to Prevent Damage

Traveler in a power wheelchair at an airport gate while an airline agent and technician check and remove the battery before boarding

Traveling by air with a power wheelchair requires careful planning to protect the chair, its battery and your independence. This article walks through airline rules, battery limits, packing and handling best practices, on-the-ground steps to reduce damage risk, and what…

TSA Cares and Security: Know Your Rights at the Airport

Traveler in a wheelchair receiving assistance from an airport security agent at a checkpoint, wheelchair battery pack visible, calm airport terminal in background

Traveling with a wheelchair raises unique questions about airport security, screening procedures, and airline responsibilities. This article explains TSA Cares, your legal rights under U.S. aviation disability rules, practical steps for preparing manual and power wheelchairs, what happens at security…

Top 10 Wheelchair Accessible National Parks in the USA for 2025

Wheelchair user in a power wheelchair on an accessible paved overlook with a companion, scenic national park vista at golden hour, ramp and accessible features visible

Discover the most wheelchair-friendly U.S. national parks for 2025 with practical, experience-based guidance. This article highlights 10 parks with strong accessibility features, explains how we selected them, and provides planning tips, gear recommendations, funding resources, and answers to common questions…

Disney World Accessibility Guide: DAS Pass and Ride Transfers Explained

Wheelchair user and companion at Walt Disney World entrance with Cast Member showing a DAS return time on a smartphone, ECV parked nearby, castle landmark in background

This guide explains Disney World’s Disability Access Service (DAS) and how ride transfers work for manual and power wheelchair users. You’ll get practical, up-to-date guidance on registering for DAS, navigating the Lightning Lane Multi Pass and virtual queues, attraction transfer…