Kendall Stier is never one to leave her dreams unfulfilled. This three-time All-American Athlete, and 2017 Women’s National Paralympic Gold Medalist, achieved and exceeded her athletic goals as a shot put and javelin thrower. Now she is focusing on a matter closer to home.
Throughout college, Kendall studied and eventually earned her degree in communications with an emphasis on travel and entertainment. Shortly after graduating in May 2025, Kendall contacted an attorney to establish her company, Wheelchair World Traveler. Growing up in a family of avid travelers, Kendall has experienced firsthand how challenging it can be to navigate the world as an ambulatory wheelchair user with Cerebral Palsy. Quickly, she recognized the lack of reliable resources to help people with disabilities plan stress-free, accessible trips. Determined to provide a space for people with disabilities to learn and communicate about travel accessibility, Kendall created her YouTube channel, stating, “The basis of this channel is what I wish I knew beforehand, and trying to put people at ease so they can better enjoy their trip.”
As a graduation celebration, the indomitable entrepreneur planned a forty-day world tour on a tight budget, ultimately visiting thirty countries. Whilst traveling, she filmed her adventures with the help of her mother and Co-founder. Her videos showcase beautiful landmarks, hotels, tourist attractions, historical facts in relation to each location, tips and tricks, as well as answering the ultimate question: Is this destination accessible to people with mobility impairments?
“Our whole purpose,” the disability advocate stated, “is to focus less on limitations and more on empowering viewers by showing what is and isn’t accessible.” But, Kendall’s content isn’t only for mobility-impaired travelers; she also hopes to reach any viewer who is curious – disabled or not – who is ready to learn. Recently, the rising content creator released videos on her experiences accessing and appreciating grand landmarks like St. Peter’s Basilica and La Sagrada Familia. In the coming months, she plans on uploading more videos to YouTube discussing the splendors and accessibility of the United Kingdom, Iceland, France, Portugal, and many other countries.
Besides wanting to create a travel guide she wished she had previous access to, Kendall maintains her motivation through the unwavering support of her subscribers. Having fostered a community centered on engagement, inclusivity, and kindness, the budding entrepreneur receives heartwarming messages from a variety of people. Including a special education teacher in India and a young disabled girl, both inspired by the advocate’s infinite charisma.
When asked about future endeavors, Kendall mentioned combining both her passions of sports and mobility accessibility. “We're going to hyper focus on the Olympics and Paralympics…because we know that millions and millions of wheelchair users are coming [to Los Angeles] in 2028.” She hopes to interview members of the Olympic or Paralympic Committee to discuss the programs they have in mind for athletes and visitors with physical disabilities during the games. To further follow Kendall Stier’s journey, you can visit her website at: wheelchair-world-traveler.com
“It’s really been a blessing to be in a position where I get to travel and share these experiences with other people… It’s fulfilling.”