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Jennifer Allen

Accessible family travel blogger and Founder of Wonders Within Reach

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Jennifer Allen is a prominent accessible family travel blogger and the founder of the website Wonders Within Reach. Based in Pennsylvania, she is a dedicated advocate for inclusive travel, documenting her adventures alongside her young son who has Spina Bifida. Jennifer focuses on uncovering accessible destinations and celebrating locations that successfully remove barriers for wheelchair users.

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Accessible destination round up

By Jennifer Allen We have a lot of unique experiences exploring accessible destinations and attractions. Every once in a while something sticks out as exceptionally fun and accessible – we share those, here. National Ability Center, Park City, Utah The National Ability Center puts a new spin on all inclusive vacations – this is the vacation

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A family of four posing in front of a scenic canyon with a waterfall in the background on a sunny day. The group includes a boy, a girl, a woman, and a person in a wheelchair wearing a straw hat. The backdrop features rugged cliffs, a vibrant blue sky, and lush greenery.

Better together – disability parent Q&A

By Jennifer Allen Q: What type of preparation do you do before a trip, in addition to the usual vacation planning?  A: I’m going to split this into three categories of planning, packing, and preparing. It sounds like a lot, because it is. Like most things in the world of disability parenting, relearning how to travel

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A group of three children sitting by a scenic lake, surrounded by trees with autumn foliage. Two people are on a bench smiling towards the camera, while the third is in a rugged all-terrain wheelchair designed for outdoor use, also smiling. The overcast sky adds a calm, serene atmosphere to the scene.

Accessible Destination Round-up

By Jennifer Allen Jennifer Allen As a travel writer for families with disabilities, I’m often asked to bring my family to different destinations to highlight accessible options and give feedback on any improvement needed. Along the way, we discover a lot of hidden gems with exceptional attention to disability inclusion. Here are our most recent favorites: Bloomington,

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Three smiling children pose in front of a beautiful fountain with an ornate historic building and palm trees in the background. The child on the left, wearing a white outfit, strikes a playful pose with an arm raised. The child in the middle, wearing a gray T-shirt and jeans, stands confidently. The child on the right, seated in a wheelchair, wears a blue outfit and beams with joy. The scene is bathed in warm sunlight, with a clear blue sky overhead.

Driving to Europe or finding an accessible European destination near home

By Jennifer Allen Jennifer Allen Europe: everyone’s dream. Flying with a disability: everyone’s nightmare. While some places, like Spain and Greece, are constantly being lauded for their improvements in accessibility and inclusion, Europe is not generally known as an easy destination for wheelchair users. Cobblestone streets, historic buildings, bus steps, and Metro systems with no design

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A family is exploring the inside of a cave. The group includes a woman and three children. One of the children is sitting in a wheelchair, and the other two are standing, gazing at the cave's rock formations. The lighting highlights the natural textures of the cave walls, creating a warm and intriguing atmosphere. One of the children is holding a flashlight, adding to the sense of adventure. The cave's rock formations appear to be stalactites and stalagmites, contributing to the mysterious and beautiful surroundings. The scene captures a moment of curiosity and discovery.

Accessible Destination Round Up
by Jennifer Allen

  Jennifer Allen Grand Rapids, Michigan Grand Rapids is more than just a citydestination, and we found something for everyone in our family. ●    Track chairs for easy beach access at Grand Haven, Holland and Muskegon beaches ●    All abilities playground at Courtland Township Park ●    Amway Grand Plaza offers one of the most accessible hotel experiences we’ve had,

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The image depicts an ornate interior setting, with a large circular fountain at the center, adorned with an abundance of pastel-colored flowers along its edge. Surrounding the fountain is a plush, circular, tufted sofa in a greyish-blue hue. Two children, a boy and a girl, are seated on the sofa, smiling and interacting with each other. Another child in a wheelchair sits nearby, gazing toward the center. In the background, there is a wide staircase covered in patterned carpet, leading up to a second level, where a greenish-blue couch is visible beneath a grand chandelier. The overall atmosphere feels elegant and serene, with intricate details in both the decor and furnishings.

Let’s take this circus on the road
by Jennifer Allen

Beautiful places feel good – for everyone!   Jennifer Allen YOU DID IT! You made it through the summer of thrown-off routines and overload meltdowns. You cared for all of the needs, macgyvered medical equipment to handle the needs of summer play, and you made it to another school year! School is just another beautiful reminder

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A family enjoying a day at the beach. A mother in a swimsuit pushes a child in a beach wheelchair through the shallow water while another child walks alongside them. Another child stands nearby, wearing blue swim trunks. The sky is clear and blue, and the beach is visible in the background with a few other people enjoying the sunny day.

Summer vacation
By Jennifer Allen

My early early vacation memories as a family with disabilities are not fond. I remember carrying my 40 lb son, along with the beach umbrella, toys and chairs… and then adding his little sister to my arms when the sand became too hot to walk. I remember his scraped up legs and feet from trying to

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A woman with a cheerful expression, sporting short curly hair and wearing a black top with a round neckline and a small keyhole detail. She is accessorized with dangle earrings and the background is neutral, providing a professional setting. Her eyes are bright, and she is offering a friendly smile to the viewer.

Better Together – Disability Parent Q&A
By Jennifer Allen

QUESTION: There is a general concern over the carelessness with which wheelchairs are treated by airlines and others transporting the chairs. How can we protect our wheelchairs and travel by plane? ANSWER: While there’s no way to guarantee the safe passage of your wheelchair, there are precautions you can take. First of all, remove anything that you can! This goes beyond accessories

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A group of five people posing happily for a photograph with a scenic backdrop of majestic mountains and a serene river. Two adults are crouched down with three children, each person is smiling broadly and some of the children have their arms raised in excitement. They're enjoying a sunny day outdoors in a picturesque valley, likely a national park, surrounded by the natural beauty of towering cliffs and lush greenery reflected on the calm water surface.

Chasing the luxury of travel
By Jennifer Allen

I’ve been dreaming of planning a family trip with Wheel the World, where other families just like mine can explore together through completely accessible destinations, staying in easy to navigate locations, using wheelchair friendly transportation, and cruising through new places at a flexible pace that meets each family’s needs. Everything would be perfectly mapped out for us so

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