Know Before You Go
Cruise News: Wheelchair-Accessible European Shore Excursions
Cruising has long been a popular vacation option for slow walkers and wheelchair-users; however, wheelchair-accessible shore excursions have been traditionally hard to locate. In the past, some cruise lines have booked adapted vehicles for passengers, but the fees for these tours were prohibitive — sometimes topping $1500 per day. The good news is, the times are changing. More specialty tour operators are now offering accessible tours, and accessible ground transportation is becoming more plentiful. This is especially true in Europe, where it's now possible to plan accessible shore excursions in just about any port. With that in mind, here are a few resources to help you out on your next European cruise.
Florida Bound? Free Cruise Parking and Toll Exemptions Available to Disabled Visitors
Many states offer a variety of free parking options for people that have disabled license plates or parking placards. And although the exemptions vary by state, most include free parking at meters and in no parking zones. Florida goes one step further in this respect, and extends free parking privileges to include airports and cruise ship piers, and even exempts qualified disabled drivers from toll road charges. That’s good news for anyone planning a vacation to the Sunshine State, as these exemptions are also available to visitors. And although the required paperwork is minimal, it’s essential to know the rules and regulations, in order to take advantage of these money-saving programs.
