Cruising

[nkh18]

My husband and I are taking a cruise around the Hawaiian Islands in November. I can't walk anymore, but can stand for transfers. Should I take my Go-chair or nice manual chair. I'll allow for a rental of whatever I don't take. I'm hoping to go on many of the shore excursions. I haven't flown since being wheelchair bound. How does this work with being seated or transported to the bathroom? I know a lot of you are veteran travelers, so any tips you can give me for making this trip easier would be appreciated. I'm hoping that after this trip, I'll be more comfortable about going places.

[WillyNilly]

Oh my! I know I don't have any of the answers that you're looking for but I have to tell you I am so JEALOUS (in a GOOD way ) I could spit!
I don't do facebook but I hope you're planning some kind of photo diary so we can vicariously share your adventure?
I'm very excited for you and hope this will be the cruise of your dreams!

[Tia1]

Wow! Sounds simply wonderful! I don't have any first hand knowledge about traveling in a wheel chair, other than what others have experienced (which was good). Im sure someone will give you good information.

I'm sure your trip will be amazing.

[mercadies25]

crusing

Take whatever is most comfortable for you. The air ports and cruise ships make accommodations. The go chair is awesome on a cruise ship. Makes life so much easier and enjoyable.

Make sure to get a handicap room. So no steps and big enough to wheel around.

On excursions rent ones that the have for beach.

Have a great trip!

I am also jealous!

[nkh18]

Thanks to all of you who answered and wished me well. I did book an accessible room, and like the idea of a beach wheelchair. I've only recently seen them and they look like fun. Any more tips?

[melody60]

We are leaving on a cruise in 1 1/2 weeks, yippee!!! I did a lot of cruises prior to being diagnosed in 2005. In 2013, My husband and I cruised and I used a rollator. In 2014 I took my scooter. I use that for events at large venues, or in a casino, or on a cruise ship. I am still somewhat mobile, but I can't walk long distances (foot drop right foot). This time, I'll take my scooter again. We have a standard balcony cabin, and the scooter fits through the door of the cabin. I don't really need the accessible cabin yet, since the scooter fits fine. I usually use a cane in the cabin. I'm not certain how your Go Chair works, but sometimes, the ship excursions can't accommodate certain wheelchairs, scooters, etc. You can check the excursions that your ship offers, it will tell you how easy or difficult the excursion will be. I've never tried the beach wheelchair. I'll be interested to hear how that worked out for you.

One more thing, most cruise lines offer help if you need it for boarding the ship. A crewmember would take you aboard with a wheelchair, and your husband could follow with the go chair. Again, I'm not sure how your go chair works, if it's motorized, or if your husband needs to push it. If you need assistance with that, you should notify them in advance. I can't comment on how things work at the airport, as we usually cruise from ports close to home, and haven't had to fly.

Have a great time on your cruise!!!

[nkh18]

We are leaving on a cruise in 1 1/2 weeks, yippee!!! I did a lot of cruises prior to being diagnosed in 2005. In 2013, My husband and I cruised and I used a rollator. In 2014 I took my scooter. I use that for events at large venues, or in a casino, or on a cruise ship. I am still somewhat mobile, but I can't walk long distances (foot drop right foot). This time, I'll take my scooter again. We have a standard balcony cabin, and the scooter fits through the door of the cabin. I don't really need the accessible cabin yet, since the scooter fits fine. I usually use a cane in the cabin. I'm not certain how your Go Chair works, but sometimes, the ship excursions can't accommodate certain wheelchairs, scooters, etc. You can check the excursions that your ship offers, it will tell you how easy or difficult the excursion will be. I've never tried the beach wheelchair. I'll be interested to hear how that worked out for you.

One more thing, most cruise lines offer help if you need it for boarding the ship. A crewmember would take you aboard with a wheelchair, and your husband could follow with the go chair. Again, I'm not sure how your go chair works, if it's motorized, or if your husband needs to push it. If you need assistance with that, you should notify them in advance. I can't comment on how things work at the airport, as we usually cruise from ports close to home, and haven't had to fly.

Have a great time on your cruise!!!

Thanks Melody60. Have fun and let us know how it goes. Bon Voyage!