Wheelie Smooth Sailing! - Cruising Made Accessible

Fred Olsen - Ocean to River Cruise

38 min · 24. jan. 2026
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Like what you hear? Send me a text! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2507165/fan_mail/new] In this episode of Wheelie Smooth Sailing, Deanne Moses-Wright shares her experiences on a recent cruise journey, onboard Balmoral with Fred Olsen. She highlights the accessibility features of the ship and ports, her explorations in Rouen and Antwerp, and her travel planning to Paris. She discusses the importance of accessibility in travel, the dining and entertainment options on board, and reflects on her overall experience, emphasizing the joy of travel despite challenges. takeaways * The cruise journey included stops in Rouen and Antwerp. * Accessibility on board was generally good, but there were challenges. * Travel planning using AI tools can enhance the experience. * Dining options on the ship were enjoyable. * Entertainment on board included live performances and shows. * Exploring Paris was made easy by pre planning and pre booking * The Christmas markets added charm to the destinations visited. * Communication with the accessibility department was crucial. * Overall, the experience was positive despite some accessibility issues.

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episode Fred Olsen - Ocean to River Cruise artwork

Fred Olsen - Ocean to River Cruise

Like what you hear? Send me a text! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2507165/fan_mail/new] In this episode of Wheelie Smooth Sailing, Deanne Moses-Wright shares her experiences on a recent cruise journey, onboard Balmoral with Fred Olsen. She highlights the accessibility features of the ship and ports, her explorations in Rouen and Antwerp, and her travel planning to Paris. She discusses the importance of accessibility in travel, the dining and entertainment options on board, and reflects on her overall experience, emphasizing the joy of travel despite challenges. takeaways * The cruise journey included stops in Rouen and Antwerp. * Accessibility on board was generally good, but there were challenges. * Travel planning using AI tools can enhance the experience. * Dining options on the ship were enjoyable. * Entertainment on board included live performances and shows. * Exploring Paris was made easy by pre planning and pre booking * The Christmas markets added charm to the destinations visited. * Communication with the accessibility department was crucial. * Overall, the experience was positive despite some accessibility issues.

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Like what you hear? Send me a text! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2507165/fan_mail/new] In this episode of Wheelie Smooth Sailing, Deanne Moses-Wright interviews Karen Roberts, who shares her recent experience cruising with Virgin Voyages. They discuss the challenges and triumphs of accessible cruising, including the importance of proper booking, the accessibility features of the ship, and the overall experience of traveling as wheelchair users. Karen highlights the positive aspects of the cruise, including the ship's facilities, dining options, and the inclusive atmosphere on board. They also address areas for improvement and the need for better communication from airlines and cruise lines regarding accessibility.

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