Category: Travel
Welcome to our Travel category, where we answer some of the most common questions about how and where blind people travel. While it can be daunting to visit unfamiliar places, blind people travel regularly for work and pleasure, embracing new experiences along the way. In this section, you’ll find tips and resources for traveling as a blind person, all while staying on budget. Whether you’re planning your next adventure or navigating a business trip, we’ve got you covered with practical advice and inspiration.
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$10,000 Flight for Sight Travel Grant
Source: Flight For Sight The next $10,000 Flight for Sight Travel Grant application will go live on Wednesday, November 13th, during the Blind Travel Summit in San Francisco! Our Executive Director, Mike Walsh, will be there to discuss Flight for Sight and other travel opportunities for the blind and low-vision community. His talk will cover…
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Why Community Matters: Highlights from the NFB Colorado Convention
Today, I’d like to talk about optimism, hope, and the incredible resilience I’ve encountered in the blind and low vision community. Over the weekend, I attended the National Federation of the Blind of Colorado state convention, and as always happens after these gatherings, I’m filled with enthusiasm, renewed hope, and a deeper appreciation for the…
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Uber and Lyft Wave Fees For Passengers With Disabilities
Since many of our members are blind and rely on Uber or Lyft for much of their transportation, we hope the following information we received by email will be helpful. Transportation is already very costly, so we applaud Uber and Lyft for allowing passengers with disabilities to wave these fees. You may have had the…
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Financial Sense¢: Blind Travel
Blind Travel Recording If you missed the program feel free to listen to the recording. You can also find the replay on our Facebook Live or Youtube Live accounts. Event Description Embark on a transformative journey with Financial Sense¢ as we explore the fascinating world of blind travel. Join us on May 16th for an…
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Moving Forward: Investing In My Success Through Improved O&M
A Message from Penny Forward Founder and CEO, Chris Peterson I’m coming to you today with something a bit different than our usual finance talk. It’s a story, my story from the past week, that I think speaks volumes about how we’re more than just our bank accounts. It’s about growing, learning, and pushing past…
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Podcast: Wander Without Limits with Ted Tahquechi of Blind Travels Blog
In this installment of the Penny Forward podcast, we are joined by Ted Tahquechi, a visually impaired adventurer and the mind behind the Blind Travels blog. He recounts his personal odyssey and imparts wisdom for traversing the globe with impaired vision. He also sheds light on the significance of adaptive technology and service animals, and…
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Resilience in the Crescent City: My AFCPE Symposium Experience
A Message from Penny Forward Founder and CEO, Chris Peterson Greetings everyone, Allow me to share a recap of my recent experiences at the Association for Financial Counseling and Planning Education (AFCPE®) annual symposium in New Orleans. Initially anticipated as an enriching week of learning and networking, it took an unexpected turn, but as they…
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Conquering limiting beliefs, inspiring one another, and making the impossible possible.
A Message from Penny Forward Founder and CEO Chris Peterson I recently attended the National Federation of the Blind of Indiana state convention, and it was nothing short of incredible. I want to take a moment to express my gratitude to the wonderful people I met there – Penny Forward board member and NFB of…
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The Real Deal About Being Blind: Navigating Life’s Twists and Turns
A Message From Penny Forward Founder and CEO, Chris Peterson Picture this: I’m traveling to the National Federation of the Blind of Florida’s state convention in Tampa, just stepping into a Lyft that will bring me from the airport to my hotel. The driver throws me a curveball with a question: “Is it complicated to…
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Beyond Boundaries: Reflections from the NFBNM State Convention
A Message from Penny Forward Founder and CEO Chris Peterson Hi there, Penny Forward members and supporters. I wanted to share some of my reflections from my recent adventure at the National Federation of the Blind of New Mexico’s state convention. First and foremost, I’d like to extend my heartfelt gratitude to President Tara Chavez…