What
Does a Groundhog Know Anyway?
Two
weeks ago, Punxsutawney Phil reluctantly told us that
we are going to be graced with six more weeks of winter.
Did that news stop us from getting out there and making
the most of our February? Not a chance! Scootaround
has been very busy and although 2009 has been a chilly
one thus far, it has produced a number of successes
for us. Read all about it in the Scootaround News
section below!
Your
travel stories and trip reports have been coming in
and we're glad that many of our readers are including
us in their travel plans for the coming season. Keep
those e-mails
coming - we enjoy hearing about your travels!
Accessible
Services in America's Five Largest Convention Centers
Scootaround
Inc. recently signed two multi-year contracts to become
the exclusive provider of accessible services at both
the Las Vegas Convention Center (LVCC) and Sands Expo
and Convention Center in Las Vegas, Nevada. With the
addition of these two facilities, Scootaround now directly
supports the nation's five largest convention facilities.
Read
the Full Story...
Scooting
Around with the Good Guys Rod and Custom Association
If
you're a fan of cars shows and automotive events, you
probably know about the many Good Guys Rod and Custom
Association events held across the USA each year. And
if you plan to attend one of these events held in America's
lush fairgrounds, super speedways and large outdoor
stadiums, take special note of another vehicle type
that will be present at all of these shows - the mobility
scooter.
Read
the Full Story...
24
Hour Roadside Protection for Your Mobility Scooter
Scootaround
is proud to announce a partnership with ADA Nationwide
Roadside Assistance that allows us to offer 24/7 coverage
should your mobility scooter or modified motor vehicle
become inoperable. And for a limited time, you can receive
extended coverage on their one, two or three year memberships.
Visit the link below to learn more about this offer.
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the Full Story...
Tips
on Finding the Right Wheel Chair Accessible Hotel
If you’re a wheelchair user or slow walker, Europe’s
cobblestoned charms may seem as unreachable as a rainbow’s
end. But in recent years Europe has been making impressive
strides toward opening its doors to everybody, including
travelers with limited mobility. Its biggest cities
offer the most accessible sightseeing opportunities
for your time and money.
Full
Story...
Travelers
with Disabilities and Medical Conditions
The Transportation Security Administration has compiled
a very useful list of suggestions for those planning
a trip by airplane. Although the list places special
emphasis on travelers with disabilities and medical
conditions, the suggestions can also be used for companion
travelers.
Full
Story...
Disabled
Travel in Europe
Can I travel though handicapped? In one
word: yes. You need more patience than the average traveler,
and more flexibility and maybe a better sense of humor.
And it doesn't do any harm if you have a little more
money, but it can be done. My wife uses a walker all
the time but needs a wheelchair to go long distances
- such as from the street to the gate at airports, shopping,
and certainly to museums.
Full
Story...
Tours
and Cruises for Single Seniors
When you book a tour or cruise, you normally pay a “per-person,
double occupancy” price. If you’re traveling
alone, you are charged a higher price, sometimes as
high as 50 percent of the trip cost (because the price
is designed to recoup the income generated by a second
traveler). Fortunately, some tour operators recognize
that many seniors are solo travelers and now offer "single-friendly"
trips.
Full
Story...
Scooting
Around with the Good Guys Rod and Custom Association
If
you're a fan of cars shows and automotive events, you
probably know about the many Good Guys Rod and Custom
Association events held across the USA each year. And
if you plan to attend one of these events held in America's
lush fairgrounds, super speedways and large outdoor
stadiums, take special note of another vehicle type
that will be present at all of these shows - the
mobility scooter.
Scootaround
Inc. has signed a multi-year deal to be the exclusive
provider of mobility solutions at the Good Guys events
throughout the year. We're excited about our new partnership
and look forward to seeing the thousands of candy colored
hot rods and custom cars that will be spread out over
the grounds at each of these shows (along with our scooters,
wheelchairs, powerchairs, wagons and strollers!).
In
addition to the amazing hot rods, cars and out-of-production
classics shown at each event, visitors are also treated
to vendor exhibits, live entertainment and a host of
colorful people. There will be many unique shows and
locations this year and Scootaround's accessible services
will help to ensure that everyone can join in the festive
atmosphere, regardless of their mobility issues.
Good
Guys offers more than 20 events annually across the
country from New York to Florida, from San Diego to
Seattle and all points in between. The events range
from two-day affairs attended by 30,000 to 40,000 people
to three and four day extravaganza's attracting over
100,000 auto enthusiasts. If you've ever attended a
large event such as this, you know how tiring it can
be to traverse the grounds (imagine browsing the 6000
hot rods, street rods, rat rods, muscle cars, low riders,
pro-touring and street cars that invade Columbus each
year for the Good Guys PPG Nationals!) A mobility scooter
will make your visit to the event much more enjoyable
and you'll have energy to spare afterward.
When
you ask a Good Guy why they do what they do, they will
say "Because we’re car people, just like
you". It's a great response and their positive
attitude makes for a wonderful time at each and every
event, no matter the location. So remember, the next
time you attend a Good Guys auto show, look for the
flashy Scootaround mobility scooters dotting the grounds
- they may not be classics yet, but they sure do get
around!
Article
by Gerald Adams
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