RonPaula

Thanks for taking a look at my post. I realize what I wanted/needed is a challenge to find. We just decided to go with the Cavalieri Waldorf Astoria. While it isn’t in the middle of the action, we should be able to relax and view Rome from our balcony.  Our tour of the city the following day will have to be sufficient for this trip. Traveling with a progressive disease with mobility issues sometimes requires you to cut your losses and take the easy way.  I’m heading to Rome!

Paula

I would like some accessible hotel suggestions. I want to stay around the Pantheon, or central Rome is fine. I’ve noticed that some hotels don’t have street side front doors. So I’m not sure how those work. Also would like accessible restaurants nearby. I use a manual wheelchair and can walk a few steps and can climb 2-3 stairs with assistance from my husband. Thanks

Paula

I plan on posting on the disabled board also. I would like a hotel in Rome center, such as near the Pantheon. I’ve noticed that some hotels don’t have car access to the front entrance, so that might be a problem. Also need reliable elevators. It would be nice if accessible restaurants were nearby. I use a manual wheelchair, but can walk a bit and can climb 2-3 steps with assistance from my husband. We plan on taking a private tour but would like a hotel that has Roman atmosphere for our off time. The more I search, the more confused and tired I become. Any suggestions?

Paula

I see that. It was just there before I posted.

My October 28 TA from Rome to Fort Lauderdale on Odyssey is still listed.

Hope it’s still on.

I’m looking for information on the cruise terminal and cruise port situation.  I understand that they are separate places and accessed by shuttle  busses. I use a manual wheelchair and need information on how the process would work for me. I posted on the South America port board but haven’t received a reply.

Paula

I’m looking for information regarding the Buenos Aires airport and cruise port.  I use a manual wheelchair and wondering if these two spots are handicapped accessible. We’re considering a 2022 cruise, so I may not be able to do a few stair steps which I am currently able to do.

Paula

I understand the fixation on death rates. We have data to back up what far too many families have experienced.  However, the lingering effects that have been seen by many patients is also troublesome.  They are dealing with cognitive, lung, and hearing issues plus debilitating fatigue. These individuals will not be able to contribute to our society much less be able to enjoy a cruise. 
 

Paula

3 minutes ago, Hogbay said:

What they listen to is the squeaky wheels , "Science" is just a opinion of some one with a PHD that wrote a paper that was appraised by their peer's and most have never worked a day in a real world .

Is it safe to assume that you will not be first in line for a vaccine?  There will be a great deal of “science” involved in its development. Those irresponsible PhD’s!😏

Unfortunately the CDC has recently been influenced by individuals not interested in widely credible science.  We shall see how this plays out. 

It’s short sighted and takes a simple mind to hop the “I hate lawyers” bandwagon.  Sure, there are unethical lawyers. All industries have unethical players when big dollars are involved.  Nearly all lawyers are doing solid legal work for their clients and represent us “regular people” and their corporate clients with the best of intention.

Paula

Is the shuttle from the cruise ship dock in Sitka aka Old Cruise Ship Dock, accessible? Is it able to store a scooter? I am able to negotiate a few steps into the bus.

Does anyone have experience with the Venice hoho boat?  It looks like it picks up at the cruise ship port. I use a manual wheelchair and can walk a few steps if necessary, however it appears to be accessible. 

We just made Diamond and have looked at the listing of benefits. I am unable to find where we each get a day of VOOM.  Can someone show me where this information is located? Thanks

I live in Minnesota and woke up to -33 windchill.  Obviously we don’t have access to outdoor water parks, so waiting in line with friends and family for 20-30 minutes in order to enjoy a water slide isn’t a burden.  Its all relative.

I just ordered one of these in rose gold along with some earrings.  It’s perfect for travel.

We’ll be on the the Serenade of the Seas in late May and am wondering where the cruise ship dock is located in Sitka.  All I can find is the Old Sitka Dock which is a bit out of town.  Is there’s another dock that I am missing?

I’m considering Papillon and Sage Travel to book for these cities.  I use a folding manual wheelchair which my husband is comfortable pushing.  While Sage specializes in accessible excursions, Papillon states that they can customize a private tour to accommodate mobility issues. Does anyone have experience with one or both of these providers? The difference in pricing is around $300 for two tours.

My husband and I travel with two large suitcases, a collapsible wheelchair and a folding rollator.  We order Uber XL.  It has always worked very well for us.

Paula

Thanks.  I ended up just calling.  Much easier.

Hi, I’m trying to book shows for my group and when I pull up the show and click on the names to add, the page refers to booking a cabana and says to enter just one name.  I am clearly in the entertainment area and have Ice Games or Mama Mia pulled up.  Any thoughts on what might be happening?

Paula

Hi,

We did this cruise August 2018 on Anthem.  In Halifax we did RCI excursion Famous Peggy's Cove. It was OK.  The history of the area is fascinating, but the tour guide wasn't very good.  We were on a coach with designated handicap seating, which was very nice. You can do as much or as little walking as you desire at the stopping point in the little village.  In Bar Habor we did Acadia National Park. Not through the cruise line.  It was on a school bus type vehicle, but had storage for my manual wheelchair.  If I remember correctly, the walk from the ship to the shore is long and can get steep using various ramps.  But my husband was able to push me in the wheelchair.  We didn't do much in St. John. Just walked around and had lunch.  I can't recall what we did in Portland, but it's a pretty city. It was a really fun cruise and I would definitely do it again.

Paula

I like to have breakfast and lunch in the MDR however they close earlier than I would like.  When the cruise compass states that the MDR closes at 9:30 for breakfast, does that mean that diners need to be leaving or being seated by 9:30?

I like to have breakfast and lunch in the MDR however they close earlier than I would like.  When the cruise compass states that the MDR closes at 9:30 for breakfast, does that mean that diners need to be leaving or being seated by 9:30?

Can someone suggest transportation options from the cruise port in Honolulu to the Waikiki area? We'll have two large suitcases plus a folding wheelchair, a folding rollator and two adults.  And would this same provider take us to the Honolulu airport the following morning?

Thanks

Paula