Exploring Domestic and Land Travel
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Summary In this episode, host Kim Wardlow interviews Ted Tahquechi, a blind photographer, travel influencer, disability advocate, and photo educator. They discuss domestic and land travel, accessibility in hotels and other establishments, and Ted's experiences traveling with his guide dog, Fauna. Ted shares tips for blind and visually impaired individuals who want to start traveling, including recommendations for accessible destinations in Colorado. They also talk about Ted's photography work, including his Landscapes of the Body series and his partnership with the Andy Warhol Foundation for Visual Arts and Redline Contemporary Arts Center. Takeaways Ted Tahquechi, a blind photographer and travel influencer, shares his experiences and tips for domestic and land travel. Accessibility in hotels and other establishments is important for visually impaired travelers, and Ted works to raise awareness and improve accessibility. Ted's website, blindtravels.com, provides resources, educational videos, and reviews for blind and visually impaired travelers. Ted's photography work includes the Landscapes of the Body series, which explores the human form, and a partnership with the Andy Warhol Foundation for Visual Arts and Redline Contemporary Arts Center. Ted has received a Flight for Sight travel grant to create tactile prints and promote social commentary on blindness and visual impairment. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Overview 06:53 Improving Accessibility in Hotels and Establishments 13:40 Tips for Blind and Visually Impaired Travelers 25:06 Partnership with the Andy Warhol Foundation Thank you for listening to this episode of Navigating Life with Vision Loss. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us at 720-712-8856, or you can email us at [email protected]. Have an amazing week.
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