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Fall 2003
WHEELING THROUGH LONDON
My name is Ted and I am a T4 paraplegic. This past May, my wife, Carol, and I traveled to London, England, for five days. Travel is never easy and this was the first trip to Europe since my accident in 1994.
Prior to our visit, I had visualized London as a very difficult city to navigate. We were determined, however, and as it turned out, London is incredibly generous to people traveling in wheelchairs.
Throughout our trip, Carol and I encountered elements designed to make the travel experience as pleasant and streamlined as possible. A high-speed train with wheelchair-accessible seating was available to speed us to London from Heathrow airport. Upon arrival at our hotel, we were pleased to discover that the property included 18 rooms modified for people who travel in wheelchairs. Getting around London was also a pleasure, as sidewalks have curb cuts, buses have lifts, and taxis often carry small ramps that are large enough to accommodate a wheelchair. Another added bonus is that almost all the museums and other attractions are free or greatly discounted for the disabled.
Needless to say, the trip was a great success and we saw and learned a lot. If you want to plan a trip to London and would like some first-hand tips, please feel free to contact me via The Alan T Brown Foundation.
Ted Bodenheimer
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