Central America

Things to Do In Guanacaste Costa Rica: A Guide for Disabled Travelers (and Everyone Else)

July 11, 2022

Plan your trip today! Learn all the best things to do in Guanacaste, Costa Rica, including beautiful beaches, wildlife refuge, Llanos de Cortes Waterfall, Rincon de la Vieja National Park, Palo Verde National Park, Eco Adventure Park, Tenorio Volcano National Park, Barra Honda, Baulas National Park, Rio Celeste, Monteverde Cloud Forest, Playa Grande, zip line, scuba diving, snorkeling and more!

Exploring the Accessible Side of Roatan, Honduras

June 15, 2019

Roatan is an island off the coast of mainland Honduras, it has a much lower crime rate, it’s largely English speaking, it’s smack dab in the middle of the second largest coral reef in the world, and there are direct flights from Houston, New York, and Miami. The lower crime rate, beautiful natural surroundings, and fewer crowds make it an ideal Caribbean destination.

Lamanai Mayan Ruins, Belize

October 29, 2018

One of the major reasons tourists flock to Central and South America is to get a glimpse of the many ancient Mayan ruin sites. If you have mobility issues, getting around mainland Belize to explore its Maya Ruin sites can be difficult, but not impossible. Find out how you can enjoy these wonderful structures in person.

Injured In Belize – A Cautionary Tale

October 27, 2018

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The Disabled Traveler’s Guide To Planning A Belize Vacation

October 21, 2018

If you’re wanting to explore Central America, one of the best starting points is the country of Belize. With 900 Maya temple sites, the second largest coral reef on earth, the only jaguar reserve in the world, and 450 beautiful islands called Cayes (pronounced keys), Belize is a breathtaking paradise.

Jenn Lloyd is a disabled travel blogger and television writer based in Los Angeles. After a successful career writing for shows like KC Undercover and The Thundermans, she launched Sick Girl Travels to share her experiences navigating the world with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, POTS, and fibromyalgia. Having visited 40 U.S. states, 39 countries, and all 7 continents, Jenn offers inclusive travel guides with accessibility tips for those with mobility challenges. Her work has been featured on CNN, Huffington Post, and Consumer Reports. When not traveling, she enjoys fostering dogs, photographing street art, and spending time with her French bulldog, Miss Madelyn Pew.

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