OMG I just yelled at josh that its you!!! Haha How cool to be able to get to know you a bit more through this video. Thanks so much for making it you two. How cool. -Ash
I LOVED this interview. I just posted a commented about what I thought above. Thanks for sharing like you did. I subscribed to your channel in hopes you will post videos about your travels and experiences. There are MANY people who have physical limitations who would LOVE to travel but not sure where to start. You can even do an e-book :)
Great video, very insightful. Travelling can be tough enough as it is and I think it's great you can encourage others with a disability to travel. Travel is very inclusive, an individual with a disability is no different from anyone else. Happy travels!
One of my favorite videos. With my own physical challenges I really appreciated all that he had to say. We just left Ireland and now in London. I will say that travel also is WONDERFUL to push those of us with physical limitations to DO MORE than we normally ever would have to...I find myself getting physically stronger. The obstacles in life...physical or mental can be what strengthens us the most :)
It's so interesting hearing the perspective of someone who has a visible physical disability and how people are so willing to help out, which I think is great. However, I often have the opposite experience, as someone with an invisible physical disability. I'm a type-1 diabetic and have gotten dirty looks checking my blood sugar in public spaces, people being rude to me on trains or buses if I ask for a seat while I have a low blood sugar (which puts me in danger of fainting), and have had people assume I am drunk if I am exhibiting visible symptoms of low blood sugar (which are similar to being drunk) and write me off because of that, even if I try to explain the situation to them (which, while I'm impaired, is quite difficult) etc. It's even more challenging if I cannot communicate well in the local language.
Ron is a very inspirational man. I think many disabled people are scared to go abroad, especially alone - but as Ron said: The travel community is very open and helpful! I think in Southeast Asia people are extremely supportive and kind. Great video, because it might help many people overcome their fears :) p.s.: I like how you put your hair in like half a bun, half a braid ;)
Angela Vlogs i‘m disabled, too ;stroke). Walk very bad on a cane, mostly in wheelchair but next yr i‘ll solo-travel to Thailand. Been there before ( in wheelchair and before) it’s probably the worst country to visit as a disabled, because the infrastructure is terribly inaccessible. But asians madexme feel great
I am sorry to hear that you had to go through a stroke! But I think it is great that you are still going to solo travel to Thailand! I hope you will have a great time! How long are you planning to go travelling? Btw, I am in Thailand right now (in Chiang Mai) ;)
Angela Vlogs after 5 days in bkk, I’ll go to Phuket for the rest of total 3 months. By the way.. immigration at the airport in a wheelchair is a breeze. 10mins from plane to taxi :) the service guy looked like „proud“ of being able to push me through the airport. Im looking forward to visit immigration offices in Phuket to extend my visa. I guess all other farang have to wait until I’m done 555. im taking a camera with me to make some videos to prove everyone who tell me that I’m crazy and can’t do this. Unfortunately i know nothing about all that video stuff but already in contact with youtubers there
Like many other everyday issues, this applies to male and female individuals with special requirements. I know that in other countries, theirs is pretty good, others probably on the same wavelength as the United Kingdom. This tells me that there is a long, long way to go to make this issue universal for all human beings, able or less able, all nationalities.
Such a great video! Tons of information. I'm so glad he says that the travel community has been very welcoming to him so he could have a great travel experience. Thanks for educating us!
Very nice the opportunity that you gave to disabled people to speak. I would like to suggest that you always remember to inform in yours travels if the place you were visiting is suitable for disabled, mainly if it has stairs and if the bathroom has accessibility. Congratulations
Oh Aly, Ron... I love this! Could definitely see you relaxing a minute or two in. Love Ron's perspective. I also rely on videos for info, because of my young daughter and my own health issues. You're a good interviewer, Aly. So awesome to see one of the livestream family on screen in person!
Hey marabanara, It's good to see comments also coming from the Livestream family. Thanks for your comment :) BTW, Aly is so sweet and Scotty very nice. Much love for them.
I just created a Facebook group. This group was started to give people with challenges a place to share and discuss travel accessibility. It is called "This Able Traveler"
Great video guys! Aly you need to do this as a series....different types of travelers. Always good to get different experiences for the differences in traveling.
I'm legally blind and about to backpack Europe solo in a couple of months. Will be vlogging the experience too. Never done anything like this so will be the hell of a ride.
Really appreciate this video. Been looking for someone like Ron to cover this topic. I been wanting to travel more for a while now. But keep putting it off from fear of unknown. So easy here in States travelling with mobility issues. But finally looking to travel abroad . Thanks again for Video and having Ron share some of his experiences.
I am physically disable so I can relate to Ron in so many ways, I am about to book a holiday to Nessebar, Bulgaria for next summer so ive been doing a lot of research to make sure it would be suitable for me. Your so inspirational Ron, it just shows if you are disabled you can still do these things but you just have to find your own way!!!
alteredillusions100 Absolutely fabulous video, I searched everywhere for info like this and even my travel agent couldnt help me with some of the essential information I needed!!!! Thank you!!☺
Thank you :). It was Aly who suggested that we do this video. I'm so grateful for her that then she gave me the opportunity to share with her audience and the travel community. Because of this video, I'm planning to do more things for the disabled travel community.
This was wonderful. As others have said here, Ron is an inspiration. I myself know what it's like to travel when dealing with challenges. Though some may not deem my issues as a disability. Ok..so back in April 2008, I was about to enter an airport for the first time in 15 years..originating in Buffalo NY, with a destination of Manchester, England, and a stopover at Chicago O'Hare. "Abit" longer than the handful of 30-45 minute flights I'd ever been on. Now I'm not too fond of flying to begin with. Takeoffs are cool, and landing is always encouraging :) But those airborne speedbumps..even the slightest jostle..tend to put my stomach in my throat. Is it an outright fear of flying? Maybe not, but certainly an intense of anxiety at least. Anyway, as the big day of departure approached , obviously the nerves were kicking into overdrive. So many "what ifs" were on spin cycle in my mind. What if there were delays. What if I had forgotten something, even though I more than triple checked that I did prior to leaving. What if I got lost somewhere along the journey, i.e. at Chicago. What if I had gotten the security checkpoint liquids-and- gels requirement wrong, despite my watching a demo on it about 20 times. What if I became sick. Or the baggage got lost. Of course I didn't sleep the night before. My mom dropped me off at the Buffalo airport that morning, both of us in tears. There I was alone, embarking on the journey of a lifetime. Didn't have a problem going through security. There were no delays. Weather was fine, so that helped. However we couldn't avoid some occasional turbulence.. of which other passengers seemed to barely notice. It probably was minor, but no surprise, it basically threw me into a tailspin. Then I worried about dealing with another first upon landing (and believe me I felt a wave of relief when we touched down)..facing immigration control. Another hurdle to jump. Which I did. And I was reunited with my luggage. Yay. Then I blissfully met my friend, who was such a fantastic host, guide and caregiver. I called my mom, saying "greetings from the UK", and I could hear the pride in her voice. My three-week visit there, is something that will forever be etched in my memory and heart. Now here's the twist. In 2011, I was confirmed as having autism spectrum disorder. A lifelong condition. Safe to say, it shed light on things, and with the diagnosis, came a sort of relief. That what I was struggling with all my life, wasn't my fault. Terms such as "sensory overload" became familiar. Who knew it was part of what I faced during that incredible journey three years before. Would I attempt something similar , had I known I was autistic then? Yes. Thank you Ron for participating in this awesome video, and Aly for including him.
I just created a Facebook group. This group was started to give people with challenges a place to share and discuss travel accessibility. It is called "This Able Traveler"
GET ON IT! Hahaha I want to watch your videos, you are amazing. P.S. Everyone has trouble with cobblestones, just be thankful you don't wear heels. (unless you do, then try flats! hahaha) Reach out when you get closer to a travel channel. OK?
Hi Aly. Infrequent commenter here. I agree with Ron. While I enjoy travel tv shows like Rick Steves europe or many others, I notice many, many, many of them thank the tourist boards of where they were....so it is all public relations best foot forward, hide the bad things filter on the information. I use a cane like Ron and watch so many videos about things I will never do just to get an idea of the country. Like digital nomad stuff or entrepreneurs in china or advchina motorcycle videos....i cant ride motorcycles. I just like a absorbing a lot of information so i will know what to ask when i intend to travel. I dont even limit the countries I watch videos for except no expensive places. Ron, you mentioned hostels, have you stayed in any and were they easy for you? Aly, can you find someone who taught ESL in asia while disabled and post a skype interview video of it? I would be very interested and dont care how bad the video quality is. Also Aly, the balkans. The travel tv shows and travel vloggers all say the countries of former yugoslavia and ukraine are safe, go see them, and then i read about some crime targetting tourists. Is there some website for solo travelers that collects crime statistics for each country against travelers? I dont want the tourist board everyfine is fine or the vloggers saying well probably nothing will happen to you, sure 500 tourists got stabbed and robbed but thats less than 1%. Any unbiased real crime against travelers website? Thanks
Yes, I do stay in Hostels. I alway request a lower bunk bed when I book it. When I was in Copenhagen I arrived late and a guy gave up the lower bunk for me.
i dont have a disabillity but sometimes i think carla ( my girlfriend) got one :D we also started youtube and did our first video so if you plan to travel to berlin check it out
Exciting Adventure I'm planning to go to Germany 🇩🇪 specifically Stuttgart & Munich soon (I wanted to go for Oktoberfest unfortunately I didn't make it😢😭 ) anyways in your opinion is Germany accessible for people on wheelchairs? I'm more interested in the cheap hostels and restaurant? I mean I'm sure the very expensive hotels will have lifts but nobody money for that stuff
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For the first half of this video, I was extremely nervous but by the second half, I felt less camera shy. I love how it turned out.
OMG I just yelled at josh that its you!!! Haha How cool to be able to get to know you a bit more through this video. Thanks so much for making it you two. How cool. -Ash
Thanks, I am happy we did this and I hope it will encourage others.
I LOVED this interview. I just posted a commented about what I thought above. Thanks for sharing like you did. I subscribed to your channel in hopes you will post videos about your travels and experiences. There are MANY people who have physical limitations who would LOVE to travel but not sure where to start. You can even do an e-book :)
You were amazing, this was a really informative video, thanks for sharing your tips & knowledge with us!!!
Great video, very insightful. Travelling can be tough enough as it is and I think it's great you can encourage others with a disability to travel. Travel is very inclusive, an individual with a disability is no different from anyone else. Happy travels!
One of my favorite videos. With my own physical challenges I really appreciated all that he had to say. We just left Ireland and now in London. I will say that travel also is WONDERFUL to push those of us with physical limitations to DO MORE than we normally ever would have to...I find myself getting physically stronger. The obstacles in life...physical or mental can be what strengthens us the most :)
It's so interesting hearing the perspective of someone who has a visible physical disability and how people are so willing to help out, which I think is great. However, I often have the opposite experience, as someone with an invisible physical disability. I'm a type-1 diabetic and have gotten dirty looks checking my blood sugar in public spaces, people being rude to me on trains or buses if I ask for a seat while I have a low blood sugar (which puts me in danger of fainting), and have had people assume I am drunk if I am exhibiting visible symptoms of low blood sugar (which are similar to being drunk) and write me off because of that, even if I try to explain the situation to them (which, while I'm impaired, is quite difficult) etc. It's even more challenging if I cannot communicate well in the local language.
Ron is a very inspirational man. I think many disabled people are scared to go abroad, especially alone - but as Ron said: The travel community is very open and helpful! I think in Southeast Asia people are extremely supportive and kind. Great video, because it might help many people overcome their fears :)
p.s.: I like how you put your hair in like half a bun, half a braid ;)
Angela Vlogs i‘m disabled, too ;stroke). Walk very bad on a cane, mostly in wheelchair but next yr i‘ll solo-travel to Thailand. Been there before ( in wheelchair and before) it’s probably the worst country to visit as a disabled, because the infrastructure is terribly inaccessible. But asians madexme feel great
I am sorry to hear that you had to go through a stroke! But I think it is great that you are still going to solo travel to Thailand! I hope you will have a great time! How long are you planning to go travelling? Btw, I am in Thailand right now (in Chiang Mai) ;)
Angela Vlogs after 5 days in bkk, I’ll go to Phuket for the rest of total 3 months. By the way.. immigration at the airport in a wheelchair is a breeze. 10mins from plane to taxi :) the service guy looked like „proud“ of being able to push me through the airport. Im looking forward to visit immigration offices in Phuket to extend my visa. I guess all other farang have to wait until I’m done 555. im taking a camera with me to make some videos to prove everyone who tell me that I’m crazy and can’t do this. Unfortunately i know nothing about all that video stuff but already in contact with youtubers there
Thank you, Angela Vlogs
Like many other everyday issues, this applies to male and female individuals with special requirements. I know that in other countries, theirs is pretty good, others probably on the same wavelength as the United Kingdom. This tells me that there is a long, long way to go to make this issue universal for all human beings, able or less able, all nationalities.
Such a great video! Tons of information. I'm so glad he says that the travel community has been very welcoming to him so he could have a great travel experience. Thanks for educating us!
Very nice the opportunity that you gave to disabled people to speak. I would like to suggest that you always remember to inform in yours travels if the place you were visiting is suitable for disabled, mainly if it has stairs and if the bathroom has accessibility. Congratulations
Brazil's Wheelchair Life good idea that's something I didn't even realise I wanted from travel videos until now!
Oh Aly, Ron... I love this! Could definitely see you relaxing a minute or two in. Love Ron's perspective. I also rely on videos for info, because of my young daughter and my own health issues.
You're a good interviewer, Aly.
So awesome to see one of the livestream family on screen in person!
Hey marabanara, It's good to see comments also coming from the Livestream family. Thanks for your comment :) BTW, Aly is so sweet and Scotty very nice. Much love for them.
I just created a Facebook group. This group was started to give people with challenges a place to share and discuss travel accessibility. It is called "This Able Traveler"
Great video guys! Aly you need to do this as a series....different types of travelers. Always good to get different experiences for the differences in traveling.
I'm legally blind and about to backpack Europe solo in a couple of months. Will be vlogging the experience too. Never done anything like this so will be the hell of a ride.
Amazing! Thanks so much for having Ron share on your channel, it was very informative and inspirational. Great work!!
Thank you for your comment :)
Really appreciate this video. Been looking for someone like Ron to cover this topic. I been wanting to travel more for a while now. But keep putting it off from fear of unknown. So easy here in States travelling with mobility issues. But finally looking to travel abroad . Thanks again for Video and having Ron share some of his experiences.
Thank you. If you have any questions feel free to ask me
Great video👍👍 I think this is a very important topic and not a lot of people talk about it
Ron you Stud. I would have been too scaredy cat to get interviewed by Aly. Glad you guys did this video super cool!
I was nervous :)
I am physically disable so I can relate to Ron in so many ways, I am about to book a holiday to Nessebar, Bulgaria for next summer so ive been doing a lot of research to make sure it would be suitable for me. Your so inspirational Ron, it just shows if you are disabled you can still do these things but you just have to find your own way!!!
Thank you, I am glad to hear your booking your trip. Research is one best things you can do and yes you will find your own way :) have fun!!
alteredillusions100 Absolutely fabulous video, I searched everywhere for info like this and even my travel agent couldnt help me with some of the essential information I needed!!!! Thank you!!☺
Thank you :). It was Aly who suggested that we do this video. I'm so grateful for her that then she gave me the opportunity to share with her audience and the travel community. Because of this video, I'm planning to do more things for the disabled travel community.
Great video! Very helpful !❤❤❤❤
I love this! Great content and great direction for the channel.
I love how it turned out.
Ron!! What a great video with a most helpful perspective. Thanks guys for making this one! :)
Thanks
Ron is an inspiration.
This was wonderful. As others have said here, Ron is an inspiration. I myself know what it's like to travel when dealing with challenges. Though some may not deem my issues as a disability. Ok..so back in April 2008, I was about to enter an airport for the first time in 15 years..originating in Buffalo NY, with a destination of Manchester, England, and a stopover at Chicago O'Hare. "Abit" longer than the handful of 30-45 minute flights I'd ever been on. Now I'm not too fond of flying to begin with. Takeoffs are cool, and landing is always encouraging :) But those airborne speedbumps..even the slightest jostle..tend to put my stomach in my throat. Is it an outright fear of flying? Maybe not, but certainly an intense of anxiety at least. Anyway, as the big day of departure approached , obviously the nerves were kicking into overdrive. So many "what ifs" were on spin cycle in my mind. What if there were delays. What if I had forgotten something, even though I more than triple checked that I did prior to leaving. What if I got lost somewhere along the journey, i.e. at Chicago. What if I had gotten the security checkpoint liquids-and- gels requirement wrong, despite my watching a demo on it about 20 times. What if I became sick. Or the baggage got lost. Of course I didn't sleep the night before. My mom dropped me off at the Buffalo airport that morning, both of us in tears. There I was alone, embarking on the journey of a lifetime. Didn't have a problem going through security. There were no delays. Weather was fine, so that helped. However we couldn't avoid some occasional turbulence.. of which other passengers seemed to barely notice. It probably was minor, but no surprise, it basically threw me into a tailspin. Then I worried about dealing with another first upon landing (and believe me I felt a wave of relief when we touched down)..facing immigration control. Another hurdle to jump. Which I did. And I was reunited with my luggage. Yay. Then I blissfully met my friend, who was such a fantastic host, guide and caregiver. I called my mom, saying "greetings from the UK", and I could hear the pride in her voice. My three-week visit there, is something that will forever be etched in my memory and heart.
Now here's the twist. In 2011, I was confirmed as having autism spectrum disorder. A lifelong condition. Safe to say, it shed light on things, and with the diagnosis, came a sort of relief. That what I was struggling with all my life, wasn't my fault. Terms such as "sensory overload" became familiar. Who knew it was part of what I faced during that incredible journey three years before. Would I attempt something similar , had I known I was autistic then? Yes.
Thank you Ron for participating in this awesome video, and Aly for including him.
Thanks for your comment :) I was so happy and surprise when Aly and Scott suggested it. The response is overwhelming and I want to do more
My comment was more like a novel haha but thanks for reading it!
I just created a Facebook group. This group was started to give people with challenges a place to share and discuss travel accessibility. It is called "This Able Traveler"
this is awesome girl randomly found your channel
I am disabled. I travel to Thailand alone annually. The Thai see the person before the disability. Better than Europe in my opinion
I go to Thailand quite often also. I would love to get a list of some Accessibility places you have been. I am thinking of making a database.
AWESOME VIDEO! This opened my eyes sooo much. Thank you so much!
I subscribed to Ron's channel. Everyone should! :-)
thanks for the sub but my channel isn't travel related but, working on one now.
GET ON IT! Hahaha I want to watch your videos, you are amazing. P.S. Everyone has trouble with cobblestones, just be thankful you don't wear heels. (unless you do, then try flats! hahaha) Reach out when you get closer to a travel channel. OK?
My other account is Tripjunkie. I will comment below as Tripjunkie
Hey, this is Ron. here is my travel channel in the works :)
Great video. There aren’t enough like these!
Great video! More like this please!
Any news on the PO box for postcards?
Great video! I have a disability I want to travel solo but I live with my parents.
Hi Aly.
Infrequent commenter here. I agree with Ron. While I enjoy travel tv shows like Rick Steves europe or many others, I notice many, many, many of them thank the tourist boards of where they were....so it is all public relations best foot forward, hide the bad things filter on the information.
I use a cane like Ron and watch so many videos about things I will never do just to get an idea of the country. Like digital nomad stuff or entrepreneurs in china or advchina motorcycle videos....i cant ride motorcycles. I just like a absorbing a lot of information so i will know what to ask when i intend to travel. I dont even limit the countries I watch videos for except no expensive places.
Ron, you mentioned hostels, have you stayed in any and were they easy for you?
Aly, can you find someone who taught ESL in asia while disabled and post a skype interview video of it? I would be very interested and dont care how bad the video quality is.
Also Aly, the balkans. The travel tv shows and travel vloggers all say the countries of former yugoslavia and ukraine are safe, go see them, and then i read about some crime targetting tourists. Is there some website for solo travelers that collects crime statistics for each country against travelers? I dont want the tourist board everyfine is fine or the vloggers saying well probably nothing will happen to you, sure 500 tourists got stabbed and robbed but thats less than 1%. Any unbiased real crime against travelers website?
Thanks
Yes, I do stay in Hostels. I alway request a lower bunk bed when I book it. When I was in Copenhagen I arrived late and a guy gave up the lower bunk for me.
He is so cute I love him!!!
Thanks for your comment :)
i dont have a disabillity but sometimes i think carla ( my girlfriend) got one :D we also started youtube and did our first video so if you plan to travel to berlin check it out
Exciting Adventure
I'm planning to go to Germany 🇩🇪 specifically Stuttgart & Munich soon (I wanted to go for Oktoberfest unfortunately I didn't make it😢😭 ) anyways in your opinion is Germany accessible for people on wheelchairs? I'm more interested in the cheap hostels and restaurant? I mean I'm sure the very expensive hotels will have lifts but nobody money for that stuff