Lighthouse, Travel

The Disabled Traveler visits Ponce De Leon Inlet Lighthouse

Ponce Inlet, Florida Step inside the white picket fence and journey back in time. Operated by the Ponce de Leon Inlet Lighthouse Preservation Association, this beautifully maintained facility is one of the best-preserved and most authentic historic light stations in the country. Visitors will find that the Ponce Inlet Lighthouse and Museum offers a wealth… Continue reading The Disabled Traveler visits Ponce De Leon Inlet Lighthouse

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The Disabled Traveler visits Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse

Jupiter, Florida Since 1860, the Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse has been a crucial maritime and communication landmark, preventing numerous ships from wrecking on the reefs and shoals between the Florida coast and the stunning blue Gulf Stream. Situated in Lighthouse Park, the Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse & Museum provides climbing tours of the historic 1860 lighthouse. The… Continue reading The Disabled Traveler visits Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse

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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

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The Disabled Travelerโ€™s Guide to Castillo de San Marcos National Monument

St Augustine, Florida The historic town of St. Augustine, Florida, which claims to be the oldest city in the United States, was founded in 1565. The Castillo de San Marcos, nestled on the shores of St. Augustineโ€™s Matanzas Bay, is a unique, bastion-style fortress that has served as a military post since 1672. Built from… Continue reading The Disabled Travelerโ€™s Guide to Castillo de San Marcos National Monument

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The Disabled Traveler visits St Augustine Lighthouse

St Augustine, Florida In 1824, a new brick tower, rising to a height of seventy-three feet, was placed in service in St. Augustine, the leading port in the newly acquired Territory of Florida. The establishment of this lighthouse marked the U.S. Government's swift response to the need for a guiding light to mark the inlet.… Continue reading The Disabled Traveler visits St Augustine Lighthouse

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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

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The Disabled Travelerโ€™s Guide to Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park

Located a few miles east of Montrose, Colorado, Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park is a true gem for any nature enthusiast. This park offers the Disabled Traveler the opportunity to immerse themselves in the wonders of nature, as they witness the steepest cliffs, oldest rock, and craggiest spires in North America. Nestled in… Continue reading The Disabled Travelerโ€™s Guide to Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park