No one compares to disney when it comes to helping the handicapped and those w/ scooters. I've used one on every trip and had no problem moving around Disney on it. I can go in any shopping area with no issues. ON all rides either i can take my scooter to the end or i can transfer into a wheel chair.

as far as going through crowds, that can be changeling. People can move in any differnt direction on a dime and stop on a dime. you cant do that w/ scooters. people will cut you off, and no matter how much you're paying attention and they are not, you may accidently clip someone, and of course that will be your fault, even though they cut infront of you! LOL. don't worry, you'll get the hang of it quickly.