Set sail on a wheelchair-accessible cruise or adaptive sailing adventure, with options ranging from luxury yachts to large cruise ships. This guide provides essential insights into accessible cruise lines, adaptive sailing programs, and yacht rentals designed for travelers of all abilities. From accessible cabins and amenities to tips on boarding and exploring ports, find everything you need to enjoy a comfortable, barrier-free experience. Whether you’re dreaming of a tropical cruise, scenic river journey, or private yacht escape, discover the freedom of accessible sailing and start planning your next adventure on the water.
Featured Cruises + Sailing
Freedom Sailing International
Freedom Sailing International is a non-profit organization based in New Orleans, whose mission is to design, build and operate the first
Glacier Bay, British Columbia Sea Adventure
It’s always a bit risky taking a journey to a remote destination where accessibility may be in question. But seven
Cruise Alaska’s Inside Passage
Four years ago I took my very first cruise which happened to be to one of the best destinations a
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10 Best Accessible Cruises Worldwide
Cruises offer a unique travel experience with the convenience of accessible accommodations, dining, and entertainment all in one place. Here’s
Great Lake Cruises Wheelchair Travel Guide
Cruising the Great Lakes offers a fantastic way to explore stunning landscapes and vibrant cities with comfort and accessibility. This
Cruising + Cruise Lines Overview
Why take a cruise? Cruising on various cruise lines is one of the most popular means of travel for those who
Alaska Wheelchair Travel Tips
Alaska is more stunning in person than imagined, and is a top wheelchair travel destination. The easiest and most wheelchair-friendly
San Diego, California: Adaptive + Recreational Sailing
Challenged Sailors San Diego in California provides therapeutic and recreational adaptive sailing opportunities for people with disabilities to enhance their
Cruise Warnings: 6 Travel Access Myths
For some people, a cruise is the trip of a lifetime, a celebration, a repeat occurrence, or perhaps the best
12-Day Island Cruise (Royal Caribbean)
Cruising is the most accessible vacation for anyone in a wheelchair. The newest ships are bigger and better offering many
7-Day Western Caribbean Cruise (Disney Fantasy)
As you may have read in my articles, my wife and I are Disney nuts. Back in 2010 we took the
7-Day Eastern Caribbean Cruise (Disney Fantasy)
In my Adventures by Disney articles for Germany and 4 day Bahamian cruise, my wife and I are Disney nuts. Back in 2010
7-Day Eastern Caribbean Cruise (Disney Fantasy)
I have been on many great Disney Cruises, but the access on the 7-day Eastern Caribbean Cruise onboard the Disney
7-Day Eastern Caribbean Cruise (Royal Caribbean)
Planning If you are anything like me, when you decide to take a vacation, spontaneity goes out the window.
5-Day Western Caribbean Cruise (Ruby Princess)
I was itching to go on another cruise. I narrowed my travel search down to two itineraries, a 5-night to either
Freedom Sailing International
Freedom Sailing International is a non-profit organization based in New Orleans, whose mission is to design, build and operate the first
Cruising with a Disability: What to Know
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Cruise Planning: 10 Travel Tips
1. Seek out the newest ships. While some oceangoing lines have nicely retrofitted older vessels with accessible features, generally, the
5-Night Caribbean Cruise (Royal Princess)
I’ve always been fascinated with traveling; mostly by air though as that was my main form of travel when not
Cruise: Mexico, Belize, Isla Roatan & Cayman Islands
It was a cold day bundled in my down overcoat in New England and I couldn’t count down the hours
Glacier Bay, British Columbia Sea Adventure
It’s always a bit risky taking a journey to a remote destination where accessibility may be in question. But seven
Yacht Rental in Mediterranean
With architect Hacı M. Hekim, Tunc Tonger has designed a three-story wheelchair accessible yacht to provide the disabled with a
Havana, Cuba Travel Adventure
While there are still restrictions to go anywhere in Cuba, even Havana, it is easier to get there than it
Cruise Alaska’s Inside Passage
Four years ago I took my very first cruise which happened to be to one of the best destinations a
Cruise 12-Night Eastern Mediterranean: Italy, Greece, Turkey + Egypt
There aren’t many cruise itineraries that allow you to visit 3 ancient marvels like the Colosseum in Rome, the Parthenon
4-Day Bahamas Cruise (Disney Wonder)
My wife and I never thought we would be cruisers. In our minds we always pictured older people on a
Cruise: Be Your Own Advocate!
Cruising is a great way to travel and see the world and that’s also true for many people with disabilities,
Europe Cruise: Holland, Germany, Denmark, Estonia, Finland & Russia
Looking for a wheelchair accessible European Cruise? If so, a Scandinavian Itinerary may be the one for you to begin
Cruise: France, Italy + Spain
The Liberty of the Seas is the second biggest ship in the world, just behind the Oasis of the Seas
Cruising on the Celebrity Silhouette
Easy Access Travel was honored to be among the Travel Industry guests invited to sail on a two night pre-inaugural
Alaska Cruise and Land Tour Tips
One of the best accessible cruises is to Alaska, whether using a manual or power wheelchair or scooter. I
Easy Access Travel
Dedicated to meeting the needs of disabled and mature travelers. Easy Access Travel provides clients with the necessary information to
Carnival Cruises Accessible Features
Cruising is one of the most popular ways for people to travel when on vacation. Carnival Ships feature accessible elevators
Carnival Glory Cruise Access
So far I have only been on one ship. As I “try” them out I will try to put together
Caribbean Cruise (Carnival Breeze)
Our cruise in January 2015 to the Caribbean on the Carnival Breeze included stops at the ports St. Thomas and
Disabled Travel Agent’s Favorite Cruises
I am often asked which cruise line and destination are my favorites; 16 years ago I took my first cruise
Why Take a Cruise? Travel Agent’s Advice
It’s no secret anymore that cruises have become the vacation of choice for persons with disabilities. Major cruise lines have