Wander celebrates accessible travel and acknowledges challenges some face in navigating cities. A study evaluated accessibility of U.S. destinations based on wheelchair-accessible attractions, walkability, public transport, and internet connectivity. Detroit, Michigan emerged as the most accessible city, achieving a 9.7 score. The city boasts perfect ADA compliance for public rail stations, ensuring full access for individuals with mobility challenges. Despite a lower percentage of wheelchair-accessible attractions, its numerous accessible outdoor trails support inclusive outdoor activities.
Detroit stands out as the most accessible U.S. city based on a combination of key factors, despite its relatively small size. Detroit earned a perfect record on ADA compliance for public rail stations, with zero percent of stations being inaccessible, indicating full access for individuals with mobility challenges. Additionally, the city has 5.53 public transport stations per 100,000 people, providing decent transit options to its residents.
To help travelers find the most accessible destinations in the U.S., it first created a seed list of the nation's top cities, then analyzed each on its 'number of wheelchair-accessible attractions, walkability, reliable public transport, and internet connectivity.' It gathered this data from companies like GetYourGuide, AllTrails, Story Maps, Walk Score, and the Bureau of Transportation Statistics.
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