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My Wheelchair Accessible Adventure on the Amtrak Auto Train

I absolutely love taking the train. For me, it's an incredibly relaxing way to avoid the rigors of long-distance auto travel, as well as the stress a...

One of the most prominent buildings on Washington, DC's National Mall is the US Capitol, and with good reason. It is the home of our Congress, the le...

Having been born and raised in South Florida, visiting the beach used to be as routine for me as going to the grocery store. However, losing my abili...

I live in central Florida, and in the beginning of August, it gets REALLY hot and sticky. I have multiple sclerosis, which means I'm very sensitive t...

I can't help but be biased towards my birthplace and current home: the sunny State of Florida! There are many reasons why the Sunshine State is one o...

Planning a family vacation under normal circumstances can be challenging. However, it can feel downright impossible when at least one family member i...

I will be completely honest and say that visiting Portland (Maine) was a completely whimsical and last-minute decision. First, I found an amazing fli...

I have always enjoyed visiting skyscrapers, and especially to an observation deck at the top in a high-speed elevator. But visiting the top of One Wo...

I'm a service-disabled Air Force veteran, and I served from 1997-2005, until I was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis and medically retired shortly th...

New York City is the most populated metropolis in the United States and the number one tourist destination in America for foreigners. It should come ...