Episode Summary This episode explores the essentials of safe and confident solo travel for individuals who are blind or living with low vision. Host Kim Wardlow welcomes back seasoned traveler and travel advisor Sue Slater, who brings more than 40 years of firsthand experience traveling independently around the world. Kim and Sue break down domestic and international travel safety, including airport navigation, researching safe neighborhoods, using rideshare responsibly, preparing for currency differences, avoiding scams and pickpockets, and keeping your passport, cards, and devices secure. Sue also highlights essential apps—including Aira, Be My Eyes, Google Translate, CityMapper, Ally, and XE Currency—and walks through realistic scenarios, from navigating New Orleans solo to handling unexpected passport emergencies abroad. Listeners will learn how to plan ahead, assess risks, stay connected with loved ones during travel, travel with a guide dog, and build confidence through preparation. Sue closes with actionable guidance: research everything, book ahead, use vetted companies, and travel on your own terms—because “the world is your oyster” when you’re prepared. Contact Info Guest – Sue Slater • Email: cruzaway2001@yahoo.com • Phone: 314-541-8400 • Additional resource: Rising Star Kulach (inclusive travel organization; contact Sue for details) Aftersight (Feedback & Questions) • Email: feedback@aftersight.org • Phone: 720-712-8856 Produced by Jonathan Price, Podcast & Program Producer, Aftersight Show Credits Host: Kim Wardlow Guest: Sue Slater Producer: Jonathan Price An Aftersight Original Podcast Chapter Markers 00:00 — Intro & episode overview 01:20 — Meet Sue Slater 03:10 — Domestic solo travel basics 06:45 — Airport navigation & accessible tools 09:05 — Researching hotels and neighborhood safety 11:30 — Using Lyft/Uber safely when traveling alone 13:30 — International travel: currency & language prep 16:00 — Phone access, SIM cards & connectivity challenges 18:45 — Booking tours and transportation in advance 21:10 — Travel insurance essentials 23:00 — Protecting passports, cards & preventing theft 27:00 — Sue’s solo travel stories: New Orleans 29:30 — Sue’s solo travel stories: Dubai 31:20 — Emergencies abroad & contacting the embassy 33:00 — Staying connected with loved ones 35:00 — Traveling with a guide dog internationally 37:00 — Best apps for blind and low-vision travelers 40:15 — Final advice for new solo travelers 42:20 — How to contact Sue & inclusive travel groups 43:20 — Outro & listener questions