Oregon Becomes First State Designated Accessibility Verified
Oregon is proud to be the first state designated Accessibility Verified by Wheel the World, raising the bar for transparency and inclusivity in travel.
Wheel the World is a leading global platform dedicated to making travel possible for everyone, with more than 5,000 verified hotels, activities, and experiences. Each listing features detailed accessibility information—real photos, key measurements, and features—so travelers with disabilities can book with confidence.
This milestone is the result of a coordinated statewide effort to evaluate, promote, and improve accessibility across all seven of Oregon’s tourism regions, from outdoor adventures and cultural attractions to culinary experiences and lodging. Oregon is now the first state to provide travelers with disabilities or mobility challenges a dedicated online resource to plan their itineraries with their needs front and center.
“Making our destination more accessible and inclusive is a top priority. Everyone deserves the chance to enjoy Oregon’s adventures, and we’re proud to partner across the Eugene, Cascades & Coast region to expand accessibility. It’s exciting to see this work contribute to Oregon becoming the nation’s first Accessibility Verified state.”
– Samara Phelps, President/CEO, Travel Lane County
In partnership with 43 communities and more than 750 tourism businesses, Wheel the World has verified a significant share of Oregon’s hotels, activities, transportation, and restaurants. These trusted listings make it easier than ever for travelers of all mobilities to explore Oregon’s natural beauty, rich culture, and culinary bounty.
Explore accessible travel in the Eugene, Cascades & Coast region here.
About Travel Lane County
Travel Lane County markets and promotes the Eugene, Cascades and Coast region as a destination for travel, conventions, sports, meetings and events. It serves as a private, nonprofit association dedicated to economic development through visitor spending, which pumped nearly $1.1 billion into Lane County, Oregon’s economy in 2024.
