Traveling with Mobile Disabilities: It's All About Planning Ahead

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Having mobility problems may pose challenges, but it doesn't have to stop you from traveling overseas or visiting the countries you've been longing to see.

If you prepare for the obstacles you may encounter, you can successfully visit many popular destinations, said Timothy Holtz, group travel coordinator for Minnesota-based Flying Wheels Travel.

"Don't give up on your dreams," Holtz says. "There is a whole world out there waiting for you to explore and there are ways to do it that are easy, comfortable, and exciting."

Mobility Outside the U.S.

One thing you'll need to keep in mind is that many countries are less welcoming to people with mobility problems than the U.S. Your goal should be to plan a trip that allows you to enjoy traveling without pushing yourself beyond your physical limitations. For example, when crossing roads you may not find the same curb cut wheelchair ramps that are common on U.S. street corners.

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Some foreign hotels that are advertised as accessible to people with limited mobility may have stairs at their entrances that make them impractical for those with physical challenges.

Holtz notes some good news: the growing number of travelers with mobility problems in recent years has made foreign countries more aware of the need to accommodate people who have difficulty walking.

"There are more and more options as we educate different countries," he adds.

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