Many others are accompanying someone else with a disability or condition.

(Even among those whose conditions prevent travel, almost half indicate an interest in future travel.)

Seeking accommodations

To minimize travel headaches, people are making conscious choices concerning their itineraries.

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Camping isnt as popular a retreat and multistop journeys are also less likely, the study found.

Hauling luggage is among the most burdensome issues facing these voyagers both at airports and in hotels.

Accommodations while flying

The hassle of flying can leave travelers worn out.

A woman using a wheelchair in an airport.

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Interest in international travel is up, but cost and health remain key barriers.

Many leverage it across each phase of their travel journey.

Older couple traveling

A woman using a wheelchair in an airport.

Older travelers

Passenger jet flying

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