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Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA
MILWAUKEE : Overview
OVERVIEW
Milwaukee is located on the southwestern shoreline of Lake Michigan, and features many accessible activities to enjoy. It’s a great stop if you’re planning a wheelchair accessible vacation; there are many accessible hotels. Milwaukee is a popular destination for disabled travelers that love to spend time outdoors, especially in the summer time, where one can take advantage of the beautiful waterfront.
LANGUAGE
The official language of the United States is English.
CURRENCY
The official currency of the United States is the dollar.
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LOGISTICS: Air – Water – Ground
ACCOMMODATIONS: Hotels – Resorts
ENTERTAINMENT: Tours – Activities – Restaurants & Nightlife
EMERGENCY SERVICES: Hospitals – Medical Equipment
ABILITYTIPS: Precautions
MILWAUKEE : Logistics
AIR TRANSPORTATION/AIRPORT
Mitchell Airport: Mitchell Airport is wheelchair accessible. The airport has both family restrooms and restrooms with wheelchair accessible stalls available throughout its terminals. Not all flights board via jet bridge. If boarding will take place on the tarmac instead of jet bridge, airport personnel will be available to assist with on-and-off-boarding the aircraft.
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GROUND TRANSPORTATION
Milwaukee offers a variety of transportation options for people who utilize a wheelchair or mobility device.
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TAXI
American United Taxi Cab: A portion of American United Taxi Cab’s fleet is comprised wheelchair accessible vans. Reservations should be made at least 24 hours in advance.
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RENTAL VEHICLE (Accessible Van)
Mobility Works: Mobility Works offers wheelchair accessible vans for rent in Milwaukee.
Wheelchair Getaways: Wheelchair Getaways is located in Milwaukee and offers wheelchair accessible transportation for your vacation or personal needs. Vehicles are equipped with a lift or ramp.
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SHUTTLE
Transit Express: Transit Express is a transportation service that offers accessible transportation. Reservations should be made well in advance, and accessible vehicle needs must be specified when making the reservation.
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BUS
Milwaukee County Transit System: Buses are wheelchair accessible, however, if a rider is unable to board the bus, there is an alternative form of transportation called Transit Plus. The public buses have special seating areas reserved for seniors and people who utilize a wheelchair or mobility device. For bus riders who are hearing impaired and would like to utilize TTY, click here for more information.
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TRAIN (Light Rail)
AmTrak: There are two stations in Milwaukee, one located at Mitchell Airport and the other at the Intermodal Station. For questions about accessibility, Amtrak asks riders to call 1-800-USA-RAIL (1-800-872-7245).
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FERRY
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MILWAUKEE : Accommodations
HOTELS
Hyatt Regency Milwaukee: The Hyatt Regency Milwaukee is located downtown conveniently near the river and many historic sites. The hotel has 5 accessible rooms with roll in showers. Reservations for an accessible room with a roll in shower should be made well in advance.
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MILWAUKEE : Entertainment
SIGHTSEEING TOURS
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ACTIVITIES
Milwaukee County Zoo: The Milwaukee County Zoo is wheelchair accessible. The zoo rents wheelchairs and motorized scooters for a small fee. Rentals are located near the zoo’s main entrance. If you are attending a special function at the zoo, contact them 72 hours in advance so they can accommodate accordingly.
The Miller Brewing Company Brewery Tour: Reservations are not required for small group, only for groups of 15 or more. The plant tour is not wheelchair accessible, but the visitor center, which includes a video, the Miller Inn (where visitors get to taste the Miller product), and the caves are accessible.
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RESTAURANTS/NIGHTLIFE
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MILWAUKEE : Emergency Services
MEDICAL SERVICES/HOSPITAL
St. Luke’s Medical Center
Children’s Hospital of Wisconsin
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MEDICAL EQUIPMENT RENTALS
On the Go Mobility: On the Go Mobility rents a variety of medical related equipment rentals.
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MILWAUKEE : AbilityTips
PRECAUTIONS
The weather in Milwaukee can be quite extreme in every season. Bring layers for comfort. During the summer months bring along a spray bottle to keep cool.
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