Summary

In this episode, Sue Slater from Presto Magic Travel provides tips and advice on traveling and cruising with vision loss. The conversation covers various topics related to travel, including exploring smaller cities in the United States, preparing for an Alaskan cruise, navigating the ship and finding your way, accessibility services on cruise ships, different types of cruises, shore excursions and exploring ports, choosing the length of a cruise, participating in activities and shows, capturing memories and using technology, traveling with a guide dog on a cruise, getting to and from the departure port, assistance from Presto Magic Travel, favorite cruises, and future travel plans.

Takeaways

Consider exploring smaller cities in the United States for unique opportunities and accessibility for the visually impaired.

When preparing for an Alaskan cruise, pack for varying weather conditions and be aware of what is included and not included in the cruise price.

Cruise ships offer accessibility services such as audio describers, large print newspapers, and assistive technology.

Different cruise lines have varying levels of accessibility, with Princess and Royal Caribbean being known for their accessibility services.

Choose the length of a cruise based on personal preferences and budget, and consider participating in activities and shows to fully experience the cruise.

When traveling with a guide dog on a cruise, plan for their needs and be aware of restrictions during shore excursions.

Make use of technology to capture and describe memories, and seek assistance from travel agencies like Presto Magic Travel for a smooth vacation experience.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Travel and Cruising

01:13 Exploring Smaller Cities in the United States

06:35 Navigating the Ship and Finding Your Way

07:56 Accessibility Services on Cruise Ships

10:54 Cruise Lines with Better Accessibility

12:01 Different Types of Cruises

14:19 Shore Excursions and Exploring Ports

19:59 Participating in Activities and Shows

20:30 Capturing Memories and Using Technology

22:27 Traveling with a Guide Dog on a Cruise

23:10 Getting to and from the Departure Port

26:53 Assistance from Presto Magic Travel

28:13 Favorite Cruises and Future Travel Plans

29:16 Upcoming Events and Conclusion

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