Things to consider when selecting a stateroom:

• The width of the doors and whether or not there is a doorsill when entering the stateroom
• Turning radius in room
• Closet hanging rod height
• Whether or not the bathroom threshold is ramped
• Bathroom and shower accessibility
• Availability of grab bars, hand held showerheads, and fold down shower stool
• Height of toilet seat, sink and vanity
• Availability of refrigerator for the stateroom
• Availability of accessible balconies

Things to consider when selecting a ship:

• Elevator width and accessibility
• Corridor width
• Is early boarding available?
• Are lift-equipped vans available for transfers between the airport and ship?
• Are scooters allowed?
• Are the pools and Jacuzzis equipped with hydraulic lifts?
• Are casino activities at an accessible height?

Travel is becoming more accessible to everyone.  Research and planning are key components of a successful vacation. This is especially true for individuals who face additional challenges. 

This page contains just a few of the things that you should consider when planning a trip if you or someone you are traveling with have mobility, sight or hearing challenges. Please contact us for more information about planning for your vacation needs.

Will I have to tender if I take a cruise?
While visiting some ports it may be necessary for guests to “tender” when going ashore. In such cases, guests in wheelchairs may be prevented from going ashore because of the difficulty and/or danger in transferring from the ship to the smaller tender boat and from the tender boat to the shore. Remember that officers on the ship make the final determination of whether or not it is safe for anyone to go ashore.

Traveling with Portable Oxygen
While many ships allow guests to bring portable oxygen tanks and concentrators on board, many air lines do not.

Keep in mind:

• Advance notice may be required
• The cruise line may require that the oxygen be delivered by specific suppliers
• The number of passengers using portable oxygen per cruise may be limited
• A traveling companion with knowledge of the equipment is normally required by most cruise lines.