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5 Tips for Traveling Memorial Day Weekend by Vehicle

May 3, 2018

In this blog post, we share some helpful tips and information for wheelchair users who plan to travel by vehicle this Memorial Day.

#1 – Consider Wheelchair Van Rental.

Thinking of heading out of town for a Memorial Day weekend trip with the family or friends? Consider renting a wheelchair van instead of driving your own. Renting a wheelchair van can save you from putting additional wear and tear on your own personal vehicle, plus it can be a nice way to enjoy some newer, upgraded features that you may have not yet seen in newer makes/models of wheelchair vans.

Learn more about wheelchair van rental from Van Products.

#2 – Know Where Accessible Pick-up/Drop-Off Locations Are.

Especially if you’re traveling to a new place for the first time by wheelchair van – it’s helpful to know where all of the accessible pick-up and drop-off locations are. Be sure to research this information ahead of time, and call ahead if you are unsure or have questions.

You’ll want to make sure that the handicap accessible pick-up and drop-off locations are able to accept different types of wheelchair vans, such as rear-entry wheelchair vans as well as side-entry wheelchair vans.

Learn more about rear entry wheelchair vans and side entry wheelchair vans.

 

#3 – Put Your Name On Wheelchair & Related Mobility Items.

The same way you would label your luggage before flying or traveling somewhere – so should you do the same with your wheelchair, scooter or other separate mobility equipment.

It may also be helpful to take inventory of the mobility equipment and accessories that you’ll need to bring with you prior to leaving on your Memorial Day trip.

 

#4 – Bring Extra Gear/Equipment with You.

There’s a popular saying that “you can never be too prepared”. It’s true! Within reason, bring any extra mobility gear or equipment that you think you may need. The last thing you want to have happen is for something to break, get lost or stolen and not have an easily accessible backup close at hand.

 

#5 – Research & Plan Ahead of Time.

It’s always helpful to do your research and planning ahead of time, including researching places to get your wheelchair (or other mobility equipment) repaired if you’re out and about in another city/state.

In the event that something happens to your wheelchair, wheelchair van or other mobility equipment, you can save yourself precious vacation time doing research and more time seeing the sights.

 

It’s always better to be safe than sorry!

 

 

 

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