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Mary: planning a holiday around support

Mary Khan’s Washington, D.C., trip report gives as much attention to personal assistance and summer heat as it does to attractions.

A summary of the author’s own trip. Access details describe that visit and should be checked again before booking. Historic transport services and fares in the original are not current travel advice.

Travelling in her own vehicle

Mary describes choosing an accessible van because transferring between seats and using aircraft facilities were concerns for her. She and her husband visited the city together, finding many routes and attractions manageable in her wheelchair.

Making space to enjoy the day

They arranged an attendant at the hotel in the mornings and evenings, reducing the demands on her husband. Mary also found the heat and humidity challenging. The story illustrates the practical role of support arrangements without assuming that her travel preference applies to all wheelchair users.

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