Tag: visually impaired
Staying hydrated when traveling
Dehydration while traveling is always a concern. The recirculated air aboard the planes always makes me feel parched and if your destination is at altitude for a skiing vacation or even just a trip to the mountains, often the first thing you want is water when you arrive at yourRead More …
Kanega Watch Review: Safety and Ease of Use
As a visually impaired person, I have experienced my fair share of severe falls, but until now, I never seriously considered a medical alert device. The team at UnaliWear sent over their Kanega Watch for me to test, and my goal was to determine whether this all-in-one medical alert deviceRead More …
New TSA Regulations on Power Banks: What Travelers Need to Know
Traveling with electronic devices has become an integral part of modern life, and power banks are essential for keeping our gadgets charged. However, recent changes in TSA regulations have introduced new guidelines for carrying power banks on flights. Here’s what you need to know: Misinformation There have been a lotRead More …
TSA Liquid Rules: Are Changes Coming or Should You Stick to 3-1-1?
You may have heard some buzz about changes to the TSA’s liquid restrictions. Reports suggest that some airports, particularly international or European ones, may soon relax the well-known 3-1-1 rule. This rule currently limits liquids, aerosols, gels, creams, and pastes to containers of 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters) or less, allRead More …
Come see me this Friday in Denver!
I’m so happy to be one of the presenters at this year’s 48 Hours Summit at RedLine Contemporary Art Center! I will be hosting Touching Beauty Friday morning at 9:30, discussing ways artists can make their work accessible for those who are blind and visually impaired. My talk will featureRead More …
Talking about making art accessible
Recently, I joined Allen Rowand from West3D to talk about art, photography and our journey to make visual art accessible for the blind and visually impaired. https://youtu.be/cLqyNOOZTcQ
Big changes coming to IOS
If you are an iPhone user like me, I always wonder what fresh pain awaits those of us with little or no sight when it comes to a major update for the IOS. I have used Apple stuff since the iPhone 2 and the worst part is making changes toRead More …
An accessible hotel near Disney’s Main Gate in Anaheim
The SpringHill suites is a few minutes walk from the main gate of Disneyland. The hotel offers friendly staff and a full breakfast included. Check out our accessibility review. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Anaheim Maingate an accessible review “Traveling, without sight, is an extraordinary journey of exploration. In theRead More …
Building your confidence: Preparing mentally to travel with little or no sight
So, you’ve got the travel bug, but the idea of navigating the world without sight has you feeling grounded? Been there, done that (with a killer massage at a super chill airport because, hey, delays happen!). But trust me, globetrotting as a blind or visually impaired adventurer is an epicRead More …
The ultimate guide to cruising with your guide dog
Have you considered taking your guide dog on a cruise with you? Check out my ultimate guide to cruising with a guide, discussing everything from the documentation you need to gather before the cruise to where they will relieve onboard. https://www.blindtravels.com/ultimate-guide-to-cruising-with-guide-dogs/ “Traveling, without sight, is an extraordinary journey of exploration.Read More …