Accessible Travel

Travel Strong with Kt K.'s Once Upon a Wish Travel

I have been planning events for disability rights groups for the past 5 years. This summer, my oldest was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes, so accessibility planning has taken on a personal twist.

Everyone should have the chance to see the world and travel in a way that is comfortable and accessible for their needs. I want to help you plan the vacation you have always wanted to take, without all of the anxiety.

Also, with every client that books travel with me, I will donate a portion of my commission to JDRF on behalf of my own T1DWarrior.

Inclusive Planning for Conferences and Events

While attending IMEX America 2022, I participated in Podcast Eating at a Meeting with speaker Tracy Stuckrath. We chatted about the importance of inclusive event planning and how to do so effectively. Check it out!

Travel Accessibly

News and articles to learn more

Autism Friendly Ship Offerings on Royal Caribbean

Learn more about what Royal Caribbean is doing to make their sailings more accessible to all

The Wellness Director Making the Maldives Accessible for Travelers With Disabilities

Despite its popular attractions, the Maldives is mostly off-limits to travelers with disabilities. But that's about to change, thanks to Victoria Kruse, who’s leading a groundbreaking accessibility initiative at Amilla Maldives Resort and Residences.

Travel Weekly: State of Accessible Travel Part 2

How destinations, tours and cruise lines confront limitations while trying to accommodate all travelers — and what advisors must recognize to serve this growing market.

Royal Caribbean cuise ship, lit up on the ocean

photo of island and palm trees, reflected in water. Image by Mohamed Thasneem. sunset photo of water, 3 palm trees and an island in the distance. All items reflected in the water.

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Travel Weekly: State of Accessible Travel

Travel companies are working to improve the travel experience for the disabled. Advocates say it just makes good business sense.

Green background with graphics of service dogs, suitcases, wheelchair, asl hands, glasses, canes and other drawings denoting disabilities

Plan Accessibly

News and articles in the Events World

Event Leadership Institute Unveils New Certificate Course to Make Events More Inclusive for Disabled Attendeees

Designed to go beyond ADA compliance and requirements, the certificate course will raise awareness while providing event professionals in any industry role with the knowledge, skills and know-how to transform their in-person and digital events so they are welcoming, accessible and inclusive for all attendees.

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Accessible Meetings, Events & Conferences Guide

Welcome to the updated, digital version of A Guide to Planning Accessible Meetings, originally published by Independent Living Research Utilization in 1993, written by co-authors June Isaacson Kailes and Darrell Jones. The Mid-Atlantic ADA Center and TransCen, Inc. sponsored this update and publication in recognition of the 25th anniversary of the transformational Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990. This version includes regulatory updates along with practical guidance from a host of meeting planning professionals, subject matter experts, and even June Kailes herself.

Making Events Accessible:
Checklist for meetings, conferences, training, and presentations that are remote/virtual, in-person, or hybrid

This page helps presenters, participants, and organizers make events inclusive, particularly to people with disabilities. This benefits everyone, particularly international participants.

More Tools Coming Soon

Come back for more links, tools, posts and articles on traveling accessibly.

Contact me for any questions or help in planning your accessible travel and events.