National Parks, Road Trip, Travel

The Disabled Traveler’s Guide to Americaโ€™s Historic Triangle

Historic Jamestowne, Colonial Williamsburg & Yorktown Battlefield The Historic Triangle comprises three significant colonial communities on the Virginia Peninsula in the United States, bordered by the York River to the north and the James River to the south. The triangle's corners are marked by Jamestown, Colonial Williamsburg, and Yorktown, which boast numerous restored sites connected… Continue reading The Disabled Traveler’s Guide to Americaโ€™s Historic Triangle

Destination, Road Trip, Travel

The Disabled Travelerโ€™s Guide to Horseshoe Bend on the Colorado River

Glen Canyon National Recreation Area stretches for hundreds of miles from Lees Ferry in Arizona to the Orange Cliffs of southern Utah, encompassing scenic vistas, geologic wonders, and a vast panorama of human history.  And Horseshoe Bend is one of the most recognized and visited places in Glen Canyon National Recreation Area. The stunning natural… Continue reading The Disabled Travelerโ€™s Guide to Horseshoe Bend on the Colorado River

Lighthouse, Road Trip

The Disabled Traveler visits Cape Canaveral Lighthouse

Cape Canaveral, Florida The Cape Canaveral Lighthouse is located on Cape Canaveral Space Force Station. The only way to access the lighthouse is via Cape Canaveral Tours as they have a special deal with the Cape Canaveral Space Force Base where the lighthouse sits. The lighthouse itself is very well preserved, as are some of… Continue reading The Disabled Traveler visits Cape Canaveral Lighthouse

Destination, National Parks, Recreation, Road Trip

The Disabled Traveler’s Guide to Arches National Park

The breathtaking landscape of Arches National Park is a true testament to the wonders of nature. With a remarkable collection of over 2,000 natural stone arches, the park is rightly named and offers visitors an unparalleled showcase of geological artistry. These magnificent arches are complemented by hundreds of soaring pinnacles, massive rock fins, and giant… Continue reading The Disabled Traveler’s Guide to Arches National Park

Attractions, Destination, National Parks, Road Trip

The Disabled Traveler’s Guide to Canyonlands National Park

Canyonlands National Park does not receive as much attention as nearby Arches National Park, but it should, as it is a wonderful park. Although itโ€™s near Arches the topography is totally different. Canyonlands National Park is massive and has 3 distinct districts: Island in the Sky, The Needles, and The Maze. The Island in the… Continue reading The Disabled Traveler’s Guide to Canyonlands National Park

Attractions, Destination, National Parks, Road Trip

The Disabled Traveler’s Guide to Colorado National Monument

A short drive from the town of Grand Junction, the Colorado National Monument allows you to experience sheer-walled, red rock canyons and towering monoliths within a vast plateau and canyon panorama. You could spend a full day visiting here, with many trail hikes (Echo Canyon, Coke Ovens, Canyon Rim, Window Rock, etc.).  But for the… Continue reading The Disabled Traveler’s Guide to Colorado National Monument

Attractions, Destination, Road Trip

The Disabled Traveler’s guide to the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad

My first train ride on the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad was the summer of 1979 as part of a high school graduation road trip.ย  The train ride was the high-lite of the trip, listening to the sound of the steam whistle from the vintage locomotive, the views of the Rocky Mountains and traveling… Continue reading The Disabled Traveler’s guide to the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad