Wheelie Smooth Sailing! - Cruising Made Accessible
🎙️ Wheelie Smooth Sailing! – Where Accessible Cruising Takes the Spotlight
Welcome aboard the podcast where accessibility meets adventure! Hosted by Deanne Moses-Wright, founder of Wheelie on the Waves, cruise specialist and accessibility advocate, Wheelie Smooth Sailing dives deep into the real experiences of disabled cruisers, unpacks the barriers they face, and highlights the small changes that could make a big difference at sea.
Expect candid conversations, expert advice, and insider interviews—from fellow travellers to cruise industry changemakers. A podcast for all cruisers, whether you’re planning your first cruise, (accessible or not!) or campaigning for better inclusion in travel, this is your port of call. We of course welcome everyone, no matter how ‘normal’ you are 😂🤪
⚓ Real stories. Bold questions. Smoother sailing for all.
Episodes
14 episodes
Holland America Ship Visit- Dover. More no fly cruise options for UK passengers
Deanne shares her experience in her wheelchair, regarding accessibility of Holland America's ship, Nieuw Statendam.The cruise ship will be returning for the 2027 summer season, sailing UK round trip from Dover, and offers another option ...
New all inclusive packages, confusing upgrade bidding process. British Tourism & Travel - those doing it well, and those continuingly failing us!
Deanne Moses-Wright discusses accessibility challenges in UK travel and cruise industries, sharing personal experiences and advocating for better inclusivity and clearer policies.key topicsNew all inclusive packages wi...
The Caribbean Edition! On board P&O Arvia, and a taste of luxury in Antigua!
Deanne Moses-Wright shares her detailed experience of a Caribbean cruise on board P&O Arvia in an Accessible Ocean View Cabin, focusing on accessibility, travel tips, and her personal journey navigating the cruise ship and ports with a whee...
Fred Olsen - Ocean to River Cruise
In this episode of Wheelie Smooth Sailing, Deanne Moses-Wright shares her experiences on a recent cruise journey, onboard Balmoral with Fred Olsen. She highlights the accessibility features of the ship and ports, her explorations in Rouen and A...
The perfect ship for a Resilient Lady! - On board with Virgin Voyages
In this episode of Wheelie Smooth Sailing, Deanne Moses-Wright interviews Karen Roberts, who shares her recent experience cruising with Virgin Voyages. They discuss the challenges and triumphs of accessible cruising, including the importance of...
Cruiser's Questions- Drinks Packages, Cabin Upgrades & More!
SummaryIn this episode of Wheelie Smooth Sailing, Deanne Moses-Wright discusses essential tips for booking a cruise, focusing on drinks packages, cabin upgrades, and understanding what's included in cruise fares. She empha...
A few weeks in the life of a cruise and accessibility specialist and disability advocate! AKA- "What does she actually do every day!"
In this episode of Wheelie on the Waves, Deanne Moses-Wright shares insights into her work as a cruise and accessibility specialist. She discusses the intricacies of finding suitable cruises for clients with disabilities, highlights successful ...
Two Ship Visits, and the most painful, humiliating experience I’ve ever had on a cruise
In this episode of Wheelie Smooth Sailing, Deanne Moses-Wright shares her recent cruising experiences, focusing on accessibility and the unique offerings of different cruise lines. She discusses her visits to Virgin Voyages brand new ship- Bril...
Driving Independence, Opening the road to Wheelie smooth travels! - Introducing ORA WAV hire
In this episode of Wheelie Smooth Sailing, Deanne Moses-Wright interviews David Dew-Veal, the founder of Open Road Access, a company dedicated to providing wheelchair accessible vehicles. David shares his personal journey and motivation behind ...
Save a fortune on excursions!
This conversation explores ways of preparing to see each port along your cruise itinerary. Deanne shares insights on the differences between booking through cruise lines versus independent options, the importance of understanding accessibility ...
Cruiser's Questions - Back to basics!
In this episode, Deanne Moses-Wright discusses the ins and outs of cruising, for all first time cruisers, not just for wheelchair users. She addresses common concerns such as seasickness, the enjoyment of cruising, what to do on sea days, and w...
Cruising Like A Celebrity! A surprise discovery on Celebrity Apex
In this episode of Wheelie Smooth Sailing, host Deanne Moses-Wright speaks to guest Sally, about her love of cruising, particularly focusing on the Celebrity Apex. Sally shares her recent extremely positive experience onboard. Deann...
P&O & Cunard Accessibility Policies- Why the change? Deanne Interviews Sam Peplow, Manager of Accessibility at Carnival UK
In this episode of Wheelie Smooth Sailing, Deanne Moses-Wright speaks with Sam Peplow, manager of accessibility services at Carnival UK, who implemented the new policies. They discuss everything affecting those passengers who require assistance...
“Meet Deanne: The Wheelie Determined Voice of Accessible Cruising”
In this heartfelt and powerful debut episode of Wheelie Smooth Sailing, host Deanne Moses-Wright introduces her mission to transform the cruise industry into a more accessible, inclusive space for all. Deanne shares her deeply personal journey—...