Marcia Frost

Champaign

Lifestyle Journalist at Freelance

Learning my limitations ♿️ TV Travel expert-@ciliving; Writer-Health, Travel, Food & Music; https://t.co/ICG23M9Tds #wheelchairtravel

Articles

COPD and Music Festivals? Yes, It’s Possible

3 weeks ago | bezzycopd.com | Marcia Frost

Music festivals can be a challenge when you have chronic conditions such as COPD. Here’s how to prepare for one so you can possibly avoid an exacerbation. I started covering music when I was just 17 years old. I was at the right place, at the right time, and was thrown into the front row with press passes. I had a lot of great experiences, including going backstage with the Beach Boys and having a 1 a.m. dinner with Pat Benatar in her trailer between takes while shooting one of her videos.
A Unique Wine & Food Experience at Cooper’s Hawk

1 month ago | wineandspiritstravel.com | Marcia Frost

A few years ago, I had a wine tasting and dinner with friends at Cooper’s Hawk in Indianapolis. It was my first experience at one of their restaurants and it was a great one. I was recently invited back to check out a contest they were running. This time I went to the Springfield, Illinois, location. It was larger than I had remembered the other had been. I found a lot had changed with the brand, and all of the changes were positive.
Scenic Adventures Await

1 month ago | shebuystravel.com | Marcia Frost

This trip was hosted. All opinions expressed are entirely my own. A cruise is a wonderful way to see many different places while unpacking once. That becomes especially important when you are traveling in a wheelchair. When I wanted to see as much of Alaska as possible, I chose to cruise on Princess. I still needed accessibility off the ship, and I found plenty to do in a wheelchair during my day in Skagway. I found Skagway to be one of the most picturesque towns in Alaska.
Bourbon & Beyond 2024-Day Four

1 month ago | wineandspiritstravel.com | Marcia Frost

It was the final day of the Bourbon & Beyond Festival, and I was ready for an exciting one, with interviews to do and bands new and old to see. My brother, Mark, and I checked out of our wheelchair accessible room at the Tru Hilton Louisville South and headed to the Kentucky Exhibition Center. The weather was still warm and humid, but it looked like we might be heading for some rain. One of the acts I was most looking forward to was first up at Bourbon & Beyond.
Ketchikan Wheelchair Accessible Experiences in Alaska

1 month ago | shebuystravel.com | Marcia Frost

This trip was hosted. All opinions expressed are entirely my own. As a wheelchair user, I wanted to see Alaska (my 50th state), but I felt concerned about its accessibility. I decided the best way to go was on a cruise. I chose Princess as it is known for providing those with mobility issues plenty of options. Our stop in Ketchikan proved challenging. I still found a way to enjoy the day on my mobility scooter.
Bourbon & Beyond 2024-Day Three

1 month ago | wineandspiritstravel.com | Marcia Frost

My brother, Mark, and I both agreed we wanted to enjoy a good Kentucky barbecue meal in Louisville before we got started on the day at Bourbon & Beyond. I went online and searched for reviews. One place kept coming up: Shack in the Back. It was clear we picked the right place when we saw the crowd at 11:00 am on a Saturday morning. It was even clearer when we tasted the food. I had a brisket sandwich, with a side of mashed potatoes and a side of corn. Mark went all out with the Sampler.
Explore with Ease

2 months ago | shebuystravel.com | Marcia Frost

This trip was hosted. All opinions expressed are entirely my own. I completed my travel to all 50 United States with a trip to Alaska on a Princess cruise with my friend Brittany. I didn't know what to expect as far as wheelchair accessibility but the trip started out better than expected in the capital city of Juneau.
2024 Bourbon & Beyond-Day Two

2 months ago | wineandspiritstravel.com | Marcia Frost

After all the problems with hotels the day before, we were settled into the Tru Hilton in Louisville and getting ready for a busy day at Bourbon & Beyond. I had made appointments between all the music. I was looking forward to it all. My brother, Mark, suggested lunch at Waffle House. He said it was on his bucket list. I hadn’t been in years and I’m never one to turn down waffles. It was actually very good, with big portions and reasonable prices.
3 Kitchen Hacks that Make Mealtimes Easier with COPD

2 months ago | bezzycopd.com | Marcia Frost |Thomas Johnson

I love to cook, but I just can’t do it the way I did when I was healthier. I need to do more advanced planning and avoid making complicated dishes that will keep me in the kitchen for too long. What I haven’t sacrificed is making a variety of food, most of which is on the healthier side, and treats such as protein bars and ice cream. Connect with thousands of members and find support through daily live chats, curated resources, and one-to-one messaging. 1.
Bourbon & Beyond 2024-Day One

Mar 28, 2025 | wineandspiritstravel.com | Marcia Frost

The first year of Bourbon & Beyond in Louisville, Kentucky, had been wonderful,albeit ridiculously hot. The music, food, and bourbon were fantastic, and I wasable to do many interviews for stories. When I left Bourbon & Beyond the second year, it was ina muddy mess. The torrential rains in the hours before the end of day threeleft the long trip to the parking lot in my walker extremely difficult. Had I beenin a wheelchair then, I would have been one of the people stuck for hours inthe mud.

Journalists covering the same region

Lauren Steen

Staff Reporter at Dayton Business Journal

Lauren Steen primarily covers news in Dayton, Ohio, United States and surrounding areas.

Caleb Stephens

Editor-in-Chief at Dayton Business Journal

Caleb Stephens primarily covers news in Cincinnati, Ohio, United States and surrounding areas.

Scott Halasz

Staff Writer and Editor at Xenia Gazette

Scott Halasz primarily covers news in Dayton, Ohio, United States and surrounding areas including Kettering and Centerville.

Rowan Hetzer

Staff Reporter at Dayton Business Journal

Rowan Hetzer primarily covers news in Cincinnati, Ohio, United States and surrounding areas.

Rebecca Gulden

News Director at WKEF-TV (Miamisburg, OH)

Rebecca Gulden primarily covers news in Dayton, Ohio, United States and surrounding areas.

Contact details

Emails

[email protected]

Socials & Sites

Try JournoFinder For Free

Search and contact over 1M+ journalist profiles, browse 100M+ articles, and unlock powerful PR tools.

Start Your 7-Day Free Trial →

Coverage map

X (formerly Twitter)

Followers: 6K
Tweets: 15K
DMs Open: No

Marcia Frost @SpiritsTraveler

17 Jun 25

Teddy loves these 4Legz treats! They preservatives free, with just a few ingredients, made in USA. 4Legz is an also deaf-led business supporting the disabled community. https://t.co/w1TgP5env4 @4legzdogtreats #dogtreats #safedogchews #yorkielife #disability https://t.co/NGYNjxFKLd

Marcia Frost @SpiritsTraveler

16 Jun 25

I had a wonderful wine and food experience at Cooper’s Hawk in Springfield, Illinois. Read about it in my blog: https://t.co/vTysIFSB6o @coopershawkofficial @VisitSpringfield @EnjoyIllinois #wine #winery #foodie #foodporn #coopershawkspringfield #MWTravel #wheelchairfriendly ♿️ https://t.co/yhyGWf1Bl1

Marcia Frost @SpiritsTraveler

14 Jun 25

😡😢