Thunder Bay, Ontario: A destination that welcomes everyone
Where 2SLGBTQIA+ inclusion and accessibility come together on the shores of Lake Superior Some destinations talk about inclusion but Thunder Bay, Ontario actually lives it. Perched on the northwestern shore of Lake Superior, this Canadian city in Northern Ontario is quietly building a reputation as one of the country’s most welcoming […]
How to test-drive living abroad before making the leap
Mary R. Johnson Most people treat moving abroad like a marriage proposal — a serious, high-stakes decision that you either commit to fully or don’t make at all. That framing stops a lot of people cold. And I understand why. The idea of uprooting your life, leaving familiar doctors, routines, […]
Travelling well with hearing loss starts long before you leave home
Shari Eberts Airports, train stations and guided tours are built around sound, announcements, conversations and instructions that move quickly and often without repetition. For travellers with hearing loss, navigating these environments requires more than simply showing up. It calls for planning, adaptability and the right tools to stay connected. According to […]
Beyond Pride: why inclusion is more than a campaign
This article is proudly sponsored by Thunder Bay Tourism, Ontario. We are grateful for their partnership in helping us bring meaningful and inclusive stories to our readers. “When the rainbow flags come down, real inclusion begins. A look at how organizations, the travel industry, and everyday […]
Guest Editor’s Note
Wellness does not look the same for everyone Gabrie’le Eato Motivational Neurodivergent Mental Health Advocate & Suicide Prevention Speaker, Founder at Eleable®, & Podcast Host (The Gabrie’le Eato Podcast) For a long time, I thought wellness had to look a certain way. Before I truly began looking inward, I assumed everyone […]
Why choose Mesa, Arizona, for an accessible wellness trip?
Forget the postcard, the golden-hour desert shot and the promise of total ease. For a huge number of travellers, wellness doesn’t start there at all. It starts somewhere much smaller and much earlier, with the question that can shape the entire trip: What will this actually feel like when I arrive? […]
A neurodivergent perspective on wellness and travel
This article is based on an interview with Gabrie’le Eato and has been written in the first person to reflect her voice and experiences. Accessibility begins with feeling calm When people hear the words “accessible travel,” they often think about ramps, elevators and accessible hotel rooms. Those things matter, but for […]
Free Trackchairs help make Sleeping Bear Dunes trails, beaches and overlooks more accessible for visitors with mobility challenges
Missy Knebel Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore is known for its sweeping Lake Michigan views, forested trails, sandy dunes, beaches and dramatic overlooks. It is also a place where the landscape itself can create barriers to visitors. The dunes are sandy, the trails can be hilly, rooted and difficult to navigate. Some of […]
Santa Cruz & Torrance: two California Beach
towns embrace accessibility
It’s the year of California for me with four completely different trips there. One of my favorite states is stepping up its accessibility and they want everyone to know about it. I am happy to be one of those invited to explore the advances for those […]
Taiwan offers wheelchair users freedom
across cities, coastlines and mountains
For wheelchair users visiting Taiwan, freedom can begin with something as simple as boarding a train. In Taipei, the capital’s Mass Rapid Transit system (MRT) allows wheelchair users to move across the city with considerable independence. Elevators, accessible routes and assistance from station staff connect travellers with neighbourhoods, cultural attractions, restaurants […]