This photo shows two copies of Best Kept Secrets For Travelers With Sight Loss lying on a rich golden-brown-colored wood table. The top book is angled over the bottom one, mostly covering it. Also visible on the wood surface are a half-full cup of coffee and a camera (above the books) and a pen (below the books). The top book, the large-print edition, is coil-bound for ease of reading if a person is using magnification aids. The bottom book is bound normally. The book cover is mainly black and white. In the foreground is a female traveler shown in side view. She is striding purposefully, holding her white cane in front of her in her gloved right hand. The bottom quarter of the cane is bright red. The traveler is dressed in practical, yet attractive clothing: a peacoat of above-the-knee length, a small backpack, and sturdy shoes. The title of the book appears in the upper right part of the cover, with the author’s name and credentials at the bottom. The cover background shows the Eiffel tower, a few roughly sketched trees, and three silhouetted figures.

Guide Dog Handler Lynn Jensen Launches New Travel Book for People with Sight Loss

When Lynn Jensen first connected with BC & Alberta Guide Dogs, she wasn’t convinced a Guide Dog was right for her.

“I wasn’t a dog person,” she admits with a laugh.

But everything changed when she welcomed her first Guide Dog, Mae, into her life. During her seven-week training, Lynn quickly realized how much greater independence and confidence a Guide Dog could provide. Mae became her trusted partner and opened doors Lynn never imagined possible.

With Mae by her side, Lynn travelled to 13 countries, 14 U.S. states, 5 Canadian provinces, and 1 territory. Today, she shares her home with her fourth Guide Dog, Quest, along with her recently retired Guide Dog, Misty.

Now, Lynn is sharing her experience and expertise with others.

On February 24, she launches her new book, Best Kept Secrets for Travelers With Sight Loss. The book is the first comprehensive travel guide written specifically for people who are blind or have low vision.

In this photo, the author, Lynn Jensen, is shown in profile with her guide dog, Quest. Both are turned slightly towards the photographer, so all of their features are visible, although Lynn’s hair is falling over her right eye. Lynn is squatting and smiling down at Quest, a light-colored male yellow Labrador, who is to her left. She is holding Quest’s harness with her right hand. Lynn is wearing a beige polo shirt, dark blue jeans, and black sneakers with two lighter patterned bands on the sides. A large green potted plant is visible in the background.

Drawing from both lived experience and her professional background as a certified vision rehabilitation therapist, Lynn provides practical, step-by-step guidance on:

  • Planning and packing for a trip
  • Navigating airports, hotels, and unfamiliar places
  • Travelling independently or with a companion
  • Dining confidently in restaurants
  • Using apps and technology to increase independence
  • Travelling successfully with a guide dog

“Mae gave me the confidence to travel to places I never thought possible,”
Lynn says.

The book reflects a shared commitment to independence, mobility, and confidence for people with sight loss.

Lynn extends her sincere appreciation to the staff, volunteers, and donors at BC & Alberta Guide Dogs for their dedication, care, and support over the years.

We are incredibly proud of Lynn and grateful to be part of her journey.

This photo shows two copies of Best Kept Secrets For Travelers With Sight Loss lying on a rich golden-brown-colored wood table. The top book is angled over the bottom one, mostly covering it. Also visible on the wood surface are a half-full cup of coffee and a camera (above the books) and a pen (below the books). The top book, the large-print edition, is coil-bound for ease of reading if a person is using magnification aids. The bottom book is bound normally. The book cover is mainly black and white. In the foreground is a female traveler shown in side view. She is striding purposefully, holding her white cane in front of her in her gloved right hand. The bottom quarter of the cane is bright red. The traveler is dressed in practical, yet attractive clothing: a peacoat of above-the-knee length, a small backpack, and sturdy shoes. The title of the book appears in the upper right part of the cover, with the author’s name and credentials at the bottom. The cover background shows the Eiffel tower, a few roughly sketched trees, and three silhouetted figures.

Best Kept Secrets for Travelers With Sight Loss is available in paperback, large print, e-book, and audiobook formats.

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