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Wheelchair Traveler Conquers All Seven Continents
10 Jan
Summary
- Cory Lee, diagnosed with SMA, has visited 55 countries across all seven continents.
- He launched a blog, Curb Free With Cory Lee, to document accessible travel.
- Extensive planning, often a year, is needed for each of his challenging journeys.
Cory Lee's life is a testament to the mantra 'If you can't stand up, stand out.' Diagnosed with spinal muscular atrophy at age two, Lee uses a wheelchair but refused to let it limit his world travels. He has now visited 55 countries, experiencing every continent despite the significant planning each trip demands, often requiring six months to a year of research.
Lee's passion for exploration ignited after a transformative cruise to the Bahamas at 15. This experience fueled a desire to see more, leading him to launch his blog, Curb Free With Cory Lee, in 2013. This platform serves as a vital resource, detailing accessible destinations and crucial access information for fellow wheelchair users, earning him recognition from Condé Nast Traveller.
Despite facing challenges, particularly with air travel where his wheelchair is often damaged, Lee continues to inspire. His travels have included riding camels in the Sahara and paragliding in Switzerland. He hopes for advancements like integrated wheelchair seating on planes, further enabling independent global exploration for those with disabilities.
