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If you are planning on holiday travel this year, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has just released some tips for holiday travelers. We at Flying Wheels Travel wish everyone a safe and happy holiday season.
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Flying Wheels Travel founder Judd Jacobson along with his wife Barbara, began the company in 1970. When he died, a foundation was established in his memory to provide grants to people with physical disabilities who share his entreprenneurial spirit.
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Flying Wheels Travel hosted a small group travel experience to Germany and Austria in July. To say that our tour of Germany and Austria was inspiring might be an understatement. These lands provide such rich history, culture, unique cuisine and welcoming people. The best part for people who use a wheelchair or have difficulty walking, it is becoming more and more accessible. Many places now offer full access to exhibits, more restaurants have accessible restrooms and hotels are providing more options for accessible accommodations. For some places, accessibility might still be hidden, but if you travel with an experienced guide, you will have a terrific time in these fun and inspirational lands.
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“I never thought it possible to visit the Acropolis in Athens, the Western Wall in Jerusalem and Pompeii – but I did it and had the time of my life.” That was just one of the comments from one of our guests who were part of the tour.
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Flying Wheels Travel is mentioned in the April issue of Travel and Leisure in the ask T + L section. We are also pleased with our continued partnership with PN/Paraplegia News magazine, the national publication for the Paralyzed Veterans of America.
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Award recognizes entrepreneurial achievement
Barbara and Judd Jacobson founded Flying Wheels Travel 40 years ago. Judd, who was a quadriplegic and business leader passed away in 1991. The Judd Jacobson Memorial Award was established in 1992.
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North and Baltic seas tour is an experience of a lifetime
Flying Wheels Travel offered a 12-night Scandinavia and Russia cruise with two nights pre cruise in London. This fully-accessible group cruise/tour departed Harwich England with ports of call throughout northern Europe.
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