Travelling as a Wheelchair User: Wheeling Around the World
Many people assume travelling as a wheelchair user is simply too difficult. Liesl Hammer has spent a lifetime proving otherwise. After visiting countries across Europe, Africa and Asia, flying independently and finding accessible adventures in unexpected places, she shares the experiences that shaped her love of travel, the barriers she’s encountered and the practical tips that can help other wheelchair users plan their own journeys with confidence.
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