Instagrammer: Lucy Edwards
Instagram Account: lucyedwardsofficial
<<< Accessible Luxury Adventure
Lucy Edwards, a blind traveler, shares her accessible holiday experience at Aphrodite Hills hotel in Cyprus with TUI UK. Friendly staff accommodated her needs, guiding her around the complex and to the spa. Lucy explores her hotel room, describes surroundings using audio cues, and enjoys the private outdoor pool, savoring a dream stay.
Instagrammer: Tasha
Instagram Account: southofscotlandwithkids
Tasha shares a family adventure at Puck’s Glen near Dunoon, a fairytale forest filled with winding trails and towering trees. With free parking and magical scenery, it’s perfect for families, though little explorers need extra care near the gorge. A must-visit gem for Scotland with kids.
Instagrammer: Summer Adamson
Instagram Account: a_little_extra_jayne/
Jayne brings her sketch to life at Delicate Arch, trading pencil lines for red rock reality. Two uphill miles tested her, but joy won the climb. With her dad’s steady hand and endless encouragement, every step became proof that wonder is worth the effort.
Instagrammer: Marcela Marañon
Instagram Account: thejourneyofabravewoman
<<< Solo Travel Around the World
Marcela Marañon travels from London to Hong Kong, sparked by quitting her job to focus on content creation. With just $500, a passport, and courage, she embarked on a 45-day adventure, meeting lifelong friends and discovering her passion. Now, travel is her dream job, and she’s fearless, embracing every experience.
Instagrammer: Leanne Taylor
Instagram Account: leataylor8
<<< Accessible Kayaking Experience
Leanne Taylor shares her accessible kayaking experience, offering practical tips for individuals with disabilities and wheelchair users. She demonstrates transferring into the kayak from her wheelchair, highlighting the importance of back support and pressure relief cushions. Leanne emphasizes safety with life jackets and showcases her own adaptations, inspiring others to explore kayaking with confidence.
Instagrammer: Stefanie Schaffer
Instagram Account: stefanieschafferrr
<<< Accessible Trip to Colorado
Stefanie shares her top 5 Colorado experiences, showcasing accessible adventures. Highlights include exploring Boulder, Red Rocks Amphitheatre’s accessibility, paddle boarding, Meow Wolf Denver, and friendships forged through shared discoveries. Her journey celebrates accessibility, growth, and joyful exploration with Wheel the World and Visit Colorado.
Instagrammer: Tali
Instagram Account: rollwithasmileblog
Tali shares her challenging yet transformative first international wheelchair trip to Paris, highlighting lessons learned: plan ahead, adapt to setbacks, and focus on the good moments. With humor and honesty, she inspires fellow travelers to prioritize preparation and mindset, proving that accessibility hurdles can’t dampen the joy of exploration.
Instagrammer: Katya Kozary
Instagram Account: positivelychronictravels
<<< Traveling with Chronic Illness
Katya’s experience traveling with multiple chronic illnesses, including Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, highlights the challenges of airport navigation, baggage, and in-flight complications. She demonstrates the importance of pre-booked assistance, adaptive tools like hot water wraps, and self-care strategies, offering insight and inspiration for others navigating travel with invisible or dynamic disabilities.
Instagrammer: Kim
Instagram Account: neuroadventurestravel
Kim, an ASD mom, shares information on Disneyland’s Disability Access Service (DAS), which helps families by offering return times through the app for those unable to wait in standard lines, such as individuals with autism. For her family, it reduces stress and makes visits more enjoyable, ensuring everyone can experience the magic of Disneyland.