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Traveling in a Wheelchair Can Be Challenging, But the Rewards Are Priceless
Traveling in a wheelchair through our less-than-fully-ac- cessible world can be frustrating. For example, the latest Air Travel Consumer Report, released by the Office of Aviation Consumer Protection, said that on average, U.S.-based airlines damaged 28 wheelchairs per day in 2021. Accessibility at hotels, restaurants, theme parks, and attractions can vary widely, to say the least.
And yet, devoted travelers say all their efforts are well worth the rewards.
The Truth About Travel
Cory Woodard is a Digital Marketing Specialist for Sunrise Medical, manufacturer of complex power and manual wheel- chairs sold worldwide. But you might know him from his popular and award-winning “Curb Free with Cory Lee” blog and social media platforms, where he shares his travel adventures.
“I’ve traveled to all seven continents and 39 countries in the past eight years since launching my blog,” said Woodard, who has spinal muscular atrophy and took his first trip — to Walt Disney
Cory Lee Woodard explores La Fortuna, Costa Rica.
By Laurie Watanabe
MobilityMgmt.com
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COSTA RICA: PHOTO COURTESY CORY WOODARD
