We are celebrating trailblazing destinations that set the bar bit.ly/2024Top10AccessibleDestinations This is a celebration of 10 extraordinary destinations that, in 2024, proved to the world their unwavering commitment to welcoming people with disabilities. These destinations have set a new standard in accessibility, going beyond basic accommodations to embed inclusivity into the […]

Liv Stone PHOTO CREDIT: @chrisgrant Liv Stone, a vlogger and three-time Para Surfing World Champion, shares her passions for surfing, cooking, travel and adventure on her YouTube channel. Whether riding waves or experimenting in the kitchen, Liv’s vibrant energy inspires viewers to embrace life fully. When Liv talks about surfing, you

Ladan Sahraei Imagine stepping into an airport, a bustling, chaotic hub of activity, where multiple announcements crackle over speakers, a plethora of information flying around that space as fast as planes. Sadly, for those in the Deaf community, these vital updates dissolve into a wall of silence. Welcome to the world

Dave Steele, the Blind Poet Picture a world fading from view—a once vibrant landscape slipping into the shadows. For most, the loss of sight would feel like an insurmountable barrier, a darkness too overwhelming to navigate. But Dave Steele, a poet from Manchester, UK, has turned that very darkness into hope.

By Jan Bonville Is there any feeling like waking up at dawn, a hot coffee to dispel the early morning chill, and going out into the savannah’s pearly morning light in an open-air jeep, looking out for the predators that only venture forth in the cool of early morning or dusk,

Germany has emerged as a leader in accessible travel, making it an ideal destination for visitors with disabilities. From modern cities to medieval towns, here are some of the best accessible spots to explore across the country. Museum Island, Berlin A UNESCO World Heritage site in the heart of Berlin, Museum

A group of disabled and able-bodied people picnicking in front of the Berlin Historical Museum. PHOTO CREDIT: @GNTB/Jens Wegener Germany’s Tourism for All initiative, supported by the German government, certifies accessible travel options across Germany. It covers various accommodations, attractions, dining facilities, and more, each independently verified to meet the needs

Tim Mason doesn’t merely exist—he radiates, bursting into a space like fireworks against a midnight sky. He is a kaleidoscope of infectious energy: one moment, he’s spinning on a treadmill in the gym, defying the odds with his dancing; the next, he’s candidly sharing the complexities of his lived experiences with

A musician, writer, filmmaker and broadcaster, Christa Couture wears her creativity with flair, highlighted by her prosthetic leg decorated with bold, colorful flowers—a visible symbol of her approach to the world. As a mixed Cree and Scandinavian woman, a mother, queer artist, and someone who has lived with a disability since

Hülya Marquardt is a vibrant 41-year-old mother, wife and business owner living a fulfilling life in southern Germany. Born with a physical difference in her hands, Hülya’s life took an extraordinary turn at 18 when she underwent the life-changing experience of losing her legs above the knees due to sepsis. Rather