05/01/2026
At 18 years old, Alvaro became a wheelchair user after an accident that left him paralyzed.
Before that, he had always lived for adventure. Sports, hiking, exploring. And he LOVED travel.
Recovery was hard. Not just physically, but mentally too. He always questioned what the rest of his life would look like.
He had a dream he couldn't let go of, which was accomplishing the W Trek in Torres del Paine, one of the most beautiful places on Earth. Everyone said it was impossible now that he was in a wheelchair. But his best friend disagreed.
They did it, and Alvaro became the first wheelchair user ever to complete the trek.
They documented the story and it went viral. It was so inspiring, people started reaching out to plan their own adventures. And that's when Alvar found his purpose: making travel accessible.
And just like that, Wheel the World was born.
Travel was a huge part of his recovery. Today, we've seen thousands of trips and experiences all over the world by people with disabilities. All types of disabilities!
If you're going through a tough time, you're not alone. Share your story below and inspire others to see the way forward. 💙