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What do I need to know?   Power chairs are a wonderful option for a client who is an at home user of a power chair with much practice on how to maneuver it.  It is not an option for…

Clients renting medical equipment for 2017 Transatlantic sailings from North America to Europe RECEIVE AN ADDITIONAL PIECE OF EQUIPMENT (of equal or lesser value) FREE of charge! One way fees waived! North America Pricing! Must book between January 10th and February 28th,…

Barcelona, Spain’s capital of the Catalonia region, is home to Europe’s busiest port of call for cruise ships.  The Port of Barcelona is a popular turn around destination for Mediterranean cruises.  The six terminals feature air conditioning, foreign exchange, duty…

Silversea’s Silver Muse will make its maiden voyage on April 10th when the boutique ship embarks on an eight day sailing round trip from Monte Carlo, Monaco.  The cruise line’s newest flagship of the fleet combines sophisticated Italian design with…

On November 10th we celebrated the 5 Year Anniversary of the SNG Certified Accessible Travel Advocate program during Travel Weekly's CruiseWorld! We were also able to celebrate exceeding our goal of 3,000 certified agents by then as we were over…

Book your clients Special Needs equipment online by December 31st to be entered into a raffle for a $250 American Express gift card!  The more bookings you make, the better your chance to win.  One entry per order.  No need…

The Costa Diadema ship was christened on November 7, 2014 in Genoa, Italy; the 3,724-passenger vessel is the largest and most creative of the Costa fleet.  “Regina del Mediterraneo,” Queen of the Mediterranean, is adorned with glass, art and neon lights providing a South…

The Port of Piraeus is one of the largest in Europe and the main port in Athens, Greece with about 18.6 million passengers in 2014.  The 2004 Olympics hosted in Athens provided major improvements to the city, including Piraeus, still…

Special Needs Group is pleased to be able to provide cruise kiosk service to the following ports with respective cruiselines and/or specific ships: ·  Fort Lauderdale – Holland America, located curb-side prior to entering the cruiseline’s terminal; ·  New York…

Learn how to cater to the Special Needs Market Market which spends 13.6 billion dollars annually Servicing almost 63 million disabled Americans Registered travel professionals with SNG are 140% more productive As an SNG CATA professional you have a dedicated…

Recently named 2016’s “Best City in the World” by Travel and Leisure magazine, Charleston is home to the port slated for 104 cruise calls for the present year.  Union Pier is Port of Charleston’s cruise ship passenger terminal.  The renovated…

Please ensure of where the equipment is going to be delivered:   In most instances, unless Kiosk option was available and that option was requested, cruise ship deliveries are made to the stateroom by 2PM. If your client does not…

Guests sailing on American Steamboat Company’s American Pride are transported from Embassy Suites Airport Hotel to the 150-guest luxurious authentic paddlewheeler.  Like American Express, American Pride sails the Columbia River Gorge allowing travelers to take in the natural beauty, history…

Special Needs Group is pleased to be partnered with Sun and Fun Cycles located on Hayes Street and the Broadwalk in Hollywood Beach, Florida.  Rated by USA Today as America’s Top Broadwalk, Hollywood Beach is a top tourist destination in…

The Vancouver port is located on the Columbia River which the Memphis, Tennessee-based American Empress sails along.  The sternwheeler travels up the Columbia and Snake Rivers allowing guests to take in the sights and experiences as did Lewis and Clark…

    Book your clients Special Needs equipment online by March 31st to be entered into a raffle for a $500 American Express gift card!  The more bookings you make, the better your chance to win. And for an extra…

As we head into the spring season, a number of cruise vessels begin to reposition from the eastern United States to Europe.  One of the most popular European port destinations includes Southampton.  The Port of Southampton first inaugurated its cruise…

American Cruise Line will debut its newest ship, American Constellation, in the spring of this year.  The 163-passenger American built, flagged and crewed vessel will join the line’s Coastal Cruise Ships class; presently, the class is made up of American…

SNG was pleased to provide “Joy on the Beach” Wheelchairs for two March events.  The 8th Annual Boating & Beach Bash for People with Disabilities was held on Saturday, March 18th at Spanish River Park in Boca Raton.  The day…

On February 14th, Special Needs Group will celebrate our 10th anniversary of delivering an accessible world.  Since 2007, SNG has been achieving unprecedented milestones in providing those with special needs and/or disabilities the ability to travel. The SNG staff will…

Holland America’s award-winning private island Half Moon Cay in the Bahamas celebrates its 20th anniversary this year.  In December 1996, the cruise line purchased the uninhabited island located 100 miles southeast in Nassau.  To date, only two percent of the…

River cruising has become one of the fastest growing segments of the travel industry.  The sector offers a more intimate and culture-focused experience with themed cruises.  The segment meets the demands of the Baby Boomer with five trends:  joy of…

Special Needs Group is pleased to be able to provide a smaller, lighter Scooter with the capability of easily folding. Compact Less than 55 lbs. Great for excursions Convenient for transporting Accommodates an individual up to 250 lbs. Limited availability…

Clients renting medical equipment for 2017 Transatlantic sailings from North America to Europe RECEIVE AN ADDITIONAL PIECE OF EQUIPMENT (of equal or lesser value) FREE of charge! One way fees waived! North America Pricing! Must book between January 10th and February 28th,…

Special Needs Group was recently named as a Silver Winner of the 2017 Travel Weekly Magellan Award for Hospitality, in the Overall – Special Needs category.  SNG’s entry, “Travel – The Ultimate Freedom,” was honored amongst a broad range of…

Renovated last year at the cost of over $132 million dollars, Queen Mary’s named-successor the Queen Mary 2 cruise ship provides transatlantic sailings from New York to Southampton as did Cunard’s original luxury ocean liner and her predecessor Queen Elizabeth.  The only…

Best Day Foundation is a volunteer organization which aids children with special needs build confidence and self-esteem through safe, fun, adventure activities. Best Day currently has chapters serving Florida, New Jersey and California.  Recently, SNG supported the organization’s event at…

Beginning July 1st through Halloween, Tuesday, October 31st   One Apple iPad will be awarded to a Travel Agent who has achieved their SNG Certified Accessible Travel Advocate designation by the end of October.  All SNG CATA professionals will be automatically…

Craig Yager, SNG’s Galveston Port Agent, recently provided aid and is continuing to do so in assisting his local area following the aftermath created by Hurricane Harvey.  Hurricane Harvey made landfall on Friday, August 25th  and continued with an incredible…

  The Port of Boston cruise season runs from the end of April into November.  Cruiseport Boston services more than 300,000 passengers per year.  Voyages from Boston sail north along the Canada/New England coastline or the Caribbean as well as…