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Wheelie Smooth Sailing! - Cruising Made Accessible

Wheelie Smooth Sailing! - Cruising Made Accessible

Auteur(s): Deanne Moses-Wright
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🎙️ Wheelie Smooth Sailing! – Where Accessible Cruising Takes the Spotlight


Welcome aboard the podcast where accessibility meets adventure! Hosted by Deanne Moses-Wright, founder of Wheelie on the Waves, cruise specialist and accessibility advocate, Wheelie Smooth Sailing dives deep into the real experiences of disabled cruisers, unpacks the barriers they face, and highlights the small changes that could make a big difference at sea.


Expect candid conversations, expert advice, and insider interviews—from fellow travellers to cruise industry changemakers. A podcast for all cruisers, whether you’re planning your first cruise, (accessible or not!) or campaigning for better inclusion in travel, this is your port of call. We of course welcome everyone, no matter how ‘normal’ you are 😂🤪


Real stories. Bold questions. Smoother sailing for all.

© 2025 Wheelie Smooth Sailing! - Cruising Made Accessible
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  • A few weeks in the life of a cruise and accessibility specialist and disability advocate! AKA- "What does she actually do every day!"
    Sep 26 2025

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    In this episode of Wheelie on the Waves, Deanne Moses-Wright shares insights into her work as a cruise and accessibility specialist. She discusses the intricacies of finding suitable cruises for clients with disabilities, highlights successful client experiences, and emphasises the importance of understanding individual needs. Deanne also shares her personal journey, including challenges faced in the travel industry and as a disability advocate, and her commitment to advocating for fair pricing and accessibility.

    She also shares the exciting news that the Wheelie on the Waves Group Cruise is now open for bookings! Special group rates available as we travel together from Southampton, on board the beautiful Celebrity Apex in August 2027, all the way to the arctic circle (and back!)


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    45 min
  • Two Ship Visits and a Disappointing Sailing
    Sep 5 2025

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    In this episode of Wheelie Smooth Sailing, Deanne Moses-Wright shares her recent cruising experiences, focusing on accessibility and the unique offerings of different cruise lines. She discusses her visits to Virgin Voyages brand new ship- Brilliant Lady, The luxurious Crystal Serenity, and Ambassador Cruise Line's Ambience, highlighting some of the pros and cons of each, particularly from an accessibility standpoint. Deanne emphasises the importance of thorough research for travelers with mobility needs and encourages open dialogue about cruising experiences, especially after her recent cruise with Ambassador, where she and other disabled guests onboard felt extremely let down.

    Full reviews of all of the ship visits along with photo's of each can be viewed on the Wheelie on the Waves Facebook page.

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    51 min
  • Driving Independence, Opening the road to Wheelie smooth travels! - Introducing ORA WAV hire
    Aug 13 2025

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    In this episode of Wheelie Smooth Sailing, Deanne Moses-Wright interviews David Dew-Veal, the founder of Open Road Access, a company dedicated to providing wheelchair accessible vehicles. David shares his personal journey and motivation behind creating the service, which aims to enhance independence for wheelchair users and their families. The conversation explores the various services offered by Open Road Access, the importance of affordability and accessibility in transport, and the innovative solutions being developed for the cruising community. Additionally, David discusses the role of technology and AI in improving accessibility and shares his vision for the future of the company.

    Deanne shares the exclusive discount code ORAWoW for the Wheelie on the Waves community, if they would like to use the services of Open Road Access.

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    35 min
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