Luxury, Ease, and Traveling with a Physical Disability

In this personal essay for Lily Pond Luxury, Emily explores what it means to love luxury travel while navigating the world with a physical disability — and why accessibility and excellence should never be considered opposites.

From Paris hotel bathrooms to milestone celebrations in San José del Cabo, she reflects on how working with a travel advisor who understands both access needs and lifestyle preferences transforms travel from a logistical challenge into something far more powerful: ease.

The piece also offers practical guidance for both travelers and luxury providers seeking to expand how they think about disability, design, and customer experience.