Andres Villagran

When "Accessible" Falls Short of True Accessibility

Over the past couple of years, Cheryl and I have been on the go, embracing the wonders of travel. But one recurring issue we've noticed is that the term "accessible room" can be a bit misleading. This isn't just an international travel issue; it's prevalent even within the US.

Traveling With a Partner With a Disability

Travel has always been important to me, but I had no idea how that would change when I fell in love and married a C6 quadriplegic. Now having been in the disability world for 27 years, I’m a wife, friend, advocate, lover, caregiver, and when it comes to travel, I’m “The Companion”.

Exploring Astoria in a Wheelchair: An Oregon Coast Town

We had the privilege of traveling with Wheel the World to Astoria, Oregon in May of this year.  This organization is an expert in planning accessible travel and they work hard to make sure that your experience exceeds your expectations and that there are no surprises during your trip.