Puerto Vallarta is a city with a backdrop of steep, jungly hills and a foreground of ocean lapping at beachfront restaurants. It’s also home to Mexico’s third-largest port, making it a popular stop for cruise-goers. So, whether you’re arriving in Puerto Vallarta by sea or land, you understandably are wondering—is Puerto Vallarta wheelchair accessible? I’ve …
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Guadalajara is home to nearly 1.5 million people, making it the second-largest city in Mexico after Mexico City’s almost 9 million. If this sparks images of packed sidewalks, here’s some good news—the historical center of Guadalajara has large open spaces with plenty of room for wheelchair users to explore. In fact, Guadalajara is easily the …
Peru’s “White City” offers picturesque European architecture with a backdrop of volcanos. Don’t worry—the volcanoes aren’t too active. The last small eruption happened in 1985. Volcanos aside, the friendly locals, quiet atmosphere, and delicious cuisine mean that there’s a lot to love about Arequipa. However, the city has a long way to go with being …
If you’ve wandered around Merida’s Plaza de Armas ten times over and admired its beautiful architecture, you might be ready to get to the beach. In that case, you’re in luck—Progreso is a beach town less than an hour away from Merida and offers great wheelchair accessibility. I’m not going to lie—I was skeptical of …
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Bacalar is a small tourist town that sits on beautiful Lake Bacalar near the Belize border. People lovingly call it the Lagoon of Seven Colors because of its blue color that ranges from deep navy to see-through turquoise. If you’re thinking about visiting Bacalar as a wheelchair user, I’ll share some recommendations along with many …
You’re one of the lucky few if Campeche is on your bucket list. Those who venture there will be greeted by colorful buildings, an extensive oceanfront promenade, and welcoming locals. Furthermore, history lovers will swoon over Campeche’s past, which was home to pre-Mayans in 3,000 B.C. and a target of pirate attacks over the years. …
If you’ve seen photos of Las Coloradas and RÃo Lagartos, the pink lakes and flamingos might have you ready to add them to your Yucatan itinerary. However, their remoteness might make you feel uneasy about traveling there as a wheelchair user. In this guide, I’ll give you a glimpse at what an accessible trip to …
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Did you know that Merida is the capital of the Yucatán? If you thought it was Cancun, you’re forgiven—it’s the city most people think about when they hear the words “Yucatán Peninsula.” Here’s something else you may not know—according to a study run in 2019, Merida is one of the safest cities in the world. …
