mystic51 Posted August 30, 2022 #1 Share Posted August 30, 2022 I have issues with my knees and hips. I'm only able to walk short distances. Could someone tell me whether or not, when you're in port, is there any assistance (such as a person with a golf cart) to transport you from the ship to the area at the end of the long walkway to shops etc. Thank you so much Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gold1953 Posted August 30, 2022 #2 Share Posted August 30, 2022 every port is different so no something you can count on 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davekathy Posted August 30, 2022 #3 Share Posted August 30, 2022 6 minutes ago, mystic51 said: I have issues with my knees and hips. I'm only able to walk short distances. Could someone tell me whether or not, when you're in port, is there any assistance (such as a person with a golf cart) to transport you from the ship to the area at the end of the long walkway to shops etc. Thank you so much This Celebrity link should help with your questions. https://www.celebritycruises.com/special-needs/accessibility 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bEwAbG Posted August 30, 2022 #4 Share Posted August 30, 2022 I would consider renting a scooter. The ships are big, and it's a lot of walking even if you're only staying on the ship. There is a board on Cruise Critic that has advice, too. https://boards.cruisecritic.com/forum/114-disabled-cruise-travel/ 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare chemmo Posted August 30, 2022 #5 Share Posted August 30, 2022 Agree with renting a scooter… Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mystic51 Posted August 30, 2022 Author #6 Share Posted August 30, 2022 19 minutes ago, bEwAbG said: I would consider renting a scooter. The ships are big, and it's a lot of walking even if you're only staying on the ship. There is a board on Cruise Critic that has advice, too. https://boards.cruisecritic.com/forum/114-disabled-cruise-travel/ We just have a balcony cabin on infinity. Will there be a problem getting it in the door Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arizona Wildcat Posted August 30, 2022 #7 Share Posted August 30, 2022 39 minutes ago, mystic51 said: We just have a balcony cabin on infinity. Will there be a problem getting it in the door Depends. Some cabins yes. A few ok. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Essiesmom Posted August 30, 2022 #8 Share Posted August 30, 2022 Getting it past the foot of the bed to the desk where you plug it in could be a problem. If you would tell us your ports, we might be of more help. EM Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Loracpin2 Posted August 30, 2022 #9 Share Posted August 30, 2022 40 minutes ago, mystic51 said: We just have a balcony cabin on infinity. Will there be a problem getting it in the door Most people leave them in the corridor directly outside their room. Depending on the location of your cabin and your level of pain (I'm getting knee replaced on Oct 6th), you might want to consider using a walker or renting wheel chair. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GRBlizz Posted August 30, 2022 #10 Share Posted August 30, 2022 For what you are describing, why not just bring along a manual (foldable) wheelchair? They can easily fit in any cabin, and can go in a cab if you decide to take one. If you are traveling with someone, they can push you. Or you can move the wheels yourself. I recommend bringing one instead of renting, because it will come in handy in the cruise terminal and in the airport if you are flying. Also, you can buy a used one locally for a fraction of the cost of renting. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
the penguins Posted August 30, 2022 #11 Share Posted August 30, 2022 22 minutes ago, Loracpin2 said: Most people leave them in the corridor directly outside their room. Depending on the location of your cabin and your level of pain (I'm getting knee replaced on Oct 6th), you might want to consider using a walker or renting wheel chair. You can't leave a scooter in the corridor. My wife uses a 4 wheeled folding walker and we always get a cabin with the bed next to the window/balcony to give more space as you enter 3 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mystic51 Posted August 30, 2022 Author #12 Share Posted August 30, 2022 I'm currently checking on a folding scooter, anyone have experience with this Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Essiesmom Posted August 30, 2022 #13 Share Posted August 30, 2022 12 minutes ago, the penguins said: You can't leave a scooter in the corridor. My wife uses a 4 wheeled folding walker and we always get a cabin with the bed next to the window/balcony to give more space as you enter On M class beds are all by the bath. EM Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
the penguins Posted August 30, 2022 #14 Share Posted August 30, 2022 1 minute ago, Essiesmom said: On M class beds are all by the bath. EM Forgot that. We usually cruise S class. Concierge are squareer which might help. Folding walker goes through doors easily. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WestLakeGirl Posted August 30, 2022 #15 Share Posted August 30, 2022 2 hours ago, mystic51 said: I have issues with my knees and hips. I'm only able to walk short distances. Could someone tell me whether or not, when you're in port, is there any assistance (such as a person with a golf cart) to transport you from the ship to the area at the end of the long walkway to shops etc. Thank you so much Which ports? They are all different Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deliver42 Posted August 30, 2022 #16 Share Posted August 30, 2022 Some do, and some don't. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Northern Aurora Posted August 30, 2022 #17 Share Posted August 30, 2022 Slightly off topic but I wonder if our OP has booked an accessible stateroom. With knee and hip issues an accessible shower may be helpful. My father had Parkinson's and a folding wheel chair was so helpful taking him to doctor's appointments and so forth. These chairs are lightweight and can be easily folded. I wonder if our OP is flying to their cruise as the folding wheelchair my parents had wasn't close to the quality of his "regular" wheelchair and I wonder how it would have held up in the cargo hold of an airplane. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phoenix_dream Posted August 31, 2022 #18 Share Posted August 31, 2022 6 hours ago, the penguins said: You can't leave a scooter in the corridor. My wife uses a 4 wheeled folding walker and we always get a cabin with the bed next to the window/balcony to give more space as you enter Maybe they prefer you don’t but I’ve seen them there many times Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
realnice46 Posted August 31, 2022 #19 Share Posted August 31, 2022 10 hours ago, mystic51 said: I have issues with my knees and hips. I'm only able to walk short distances. Could someone tell me whether or not, when you're in port, is there any assistance (such as a person with a golf cart) to transport you from the ship to the area at the end of the long walkway to shops etc. Thank you so much Maybe book an accessible cabin. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Fly and Sail Posted August 31, 2022 #20 Share Posted August 31, 2022 One bottleneck for you could be tenders and gangways. You can use a scooter onboard but taking it on land might prove difficult. There is no way to answer this unless you give a specific itinerary. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
the penguins Posted August 31, 2022 #21 Share Posted August 31, 2022 3 hours ago, phoenix_dream said: Maybe they prefer you don’t but I’ve seen them there many times It's strictly against the rules and therefore you must plan on that basis. If the rules aren't enforced it might be a bonus. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Loracpin2 Posted August 31, 2022 #22 Share Posted August 31, 2022 18 hours ago, the penguins said: You can't leave a scooter in the corridor. My wife uses a 4 wheeled folding walker and we always get a cabin with the bed next to the window/balcony to give more space as you enter Must be a new policy. I recall walking past quite a few of them by the doors handicapp accessible cabins over the years on previous sailings but we haven't cruised since January 2020. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WestLakeGirl Posted August 31, 2022 #23 Share Posted August 31, 2022 They generally ask that scooters be moved into staterooms or parked in out-of-the-way places so as not to block corridors, it makes it difficult for others to pass, and for stewards to maneuver their housekeeping carts. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kathynorth Posted August 31, 2022 #24 Share Posted August 31, 2022 16 minutes ago, Loracpin2 said: Must be a new policy. I recall walking past quite a few of them by the doors handicapp accessible cabins over the years on previous sailings but we haven't cruised since January 2020. Not a new policy. Just that some people ignore the policy. We ran into many mobility challenges when my Mother, who is wheelchair/scooter dependent had trouble getting down hallways on the Summit because passengers left scooters in the hallways. Cabin attendants had to knock on doors to request scooters be kept in cabins so others on scooters/wheelchairs could get by. 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
the penguins Posted August 31, 2022 #25 Share Posted August 31, 2022 45 minutes ago, kathynorth said: Not a new policy. Just that some people ignore the policy. We ran into many mobility challenges when my Mother, who is wheelchair/scooter dependent had trouble getting down hallways on the Summit because passengers left scooters in the hallways. Cabin attendants had to knock on doors to request scooters be kept in cabins so others on scooters/wheelchairs could get by. Regrettably only too true. As is waiting for or getting in an elevator which is often full of passengers who could clearly walk. After a show in the theatre the wait can be considerable as soon as an elevator arrive people just push in with no regard to passengers using wheelchairs or walkers. On the other hand when we were waiting for assistance to board in the rain at 12.30 am after going to a Tango Show in Buenos Aires one of the ships entertainers lent my wife his jacket saying " just leave it with security they know who I am". By the time we got on board the jacket was soaked through. Such a thoughtful gesture and a great end to our Diamond Wedding celebration. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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