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Comment on Europe River Cruising for Wheelchair Travellers by Sil Nilsen

Sil Nilsen — Wed, 14 Jul 2010 17:37:21 +0000

Having just returned from a Viking Waterways cruise in Russia with my partially disabled sister, I would not recommend this type of holiday to anyone who relies on a wheelchair, whizzer or walks with canes. Even though the Cruise company will tell you that you can bring your wheelchair or motorised scooter on board, but there might be ‘challenges’, there are too many barriers for disabled people.
No matter how accessible the cabin or the shower, getting on and off the boat is a nightmare, especially when two or three are moored alongside each other and one has to negotiate over raised doorways, gangways with gaps and steep steps and gangplanks.
None of the buses used for our excursions were adapted for wheelchair users (no lift, ramp or hoist).
Most of the palaces, churches, monuments, theatres etc are not accessible and do not have lifts (elevators). All have flights of stairs into the buildings and more staircases inside.
Few of the towns or viallges we visted had ramps on and off sidewalks, at intersections or at pedestrian crossings. At some places – Uglich comes to mind – there were fights of steps leading up to the promenade from the pier -with no ramp for a wheelchair.
Many places in Russia have cobblestones roads and squares (eg: Red Square) which are definitely not wheelchair freindly!
Amawaterways are launching the Amakatarina next year and claim to have wheelchair friendly cabins etc. That is fine if you want to spend 10 days in a floating hotel but are restricted to the boat and are unable to enjoy the many excursions and tours included in the price.

Comment on Dnieper River Cruise – Photos and Itinerary by Helen Page

Helen Page — Wed, 14 Jul 2010 10:38:59 +0000

Hi Sandy,

Apologies for the slow response. I didn’t see your query till just now.
Like you, I had problems getting people to respond to my email. Finally, I got in touch with UkraineFare and Jana was able to help me.

The first link is their transfer request form? The second link has the contact number for Yana, so you may wish to call her directly.

http://www.ukrainefare.com/airport-transfer.php
http://www.ukrainefare.com/contacts.php

This link below describes our experience with Odessa and Kiev transfers.

http://www.travelsignposts.com/river-cruises/cruises/ukraine-river-cruise-odessa-2

Let me know how you go with UkraineFare.

Kind regards,
helen@travelsignposts.

Comment on Dnieper River Cruise – Photos and Itinerary by Sandy

Sandy — Sun, 11 Jul 2010 16:09:42 +0000

We are doing the same Black Sea/Dnieper River cruise and needing to arrange transfers in Odessa and in Kiev. I’ve gotten several suggestions for drivers and transportation companies from internet posts. I have emailed several and have even tried to call, despite being anxious that the language difference will make communication difficult. No replies to email and no answer to phone calls! I’ve tried UkraineFare and a company called NewLogic, as well as a couple of drivers who have been referred.

Any suggestions? Do fax communications work any better? We may end up taking our chances on taxis or buying Viking’s transfers

Comment on See the Charms of Andalucia on a Spanish River Cruise by Gloria Lankshear

Gloria Lankshear — Tue, 13 Apr 2010 11:02:06 +0000

Has anyone been on this cruise, I would love to see a review!

It looks great.

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Comment on Romantic Rhine River Cruises – Amsterdam to Basel by Helen Page

Helen Page — Fri, 05 Mar 2010 01:20:23 +0000

Hi Mary,
It’s best that you address your query to the rivercruise operator that you booked with. They can also tell you what happens when a certain part of the Rhine is inaccessible – usually they transfer passengers by coach to the next port.

Enjoy your cruise.

Kind regards,
Helen

Comment on Romantic Rhine River Cruises – Amsterdam to Basel by Mary

Mary — Thu, 04 Mar 2010 21:19:06 +0000

We are scheduled to take a Rhine River cruise from Amsterdam to Basel, departing on 20 March 2010. However, I have read that low water levels can be a problem. Can you let me know if the area has experience sufficient rainfall recently?

Comment on Amsterdam sightseeing | Zaanse Schans by Amsterdam Vacations | Things to Do Amsterdam | Amsterdam Canal Tours | Netherlands

Thu, 14 Jan 2010 02:01:28 +0000

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