Articles related to "Wheelchair Travel"



Accessible Travel Improvements
There are many opportunities in the world of Accessible Travel to improve existing goods and services and to create new one. Here's a starting list.
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New Television Show on Travel and Disability Planned
Plans were announced today for a new television channel -- People With disabilities Broadcast Corporation (PWdBC). Plans include a travel show that will feature inclusive travel destinations and explore accessible travel opportunities.
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Sites by Travelers with Disabilities: Links at Suite101.com
This is the first in a series that will review the Rolling Rains Travel & Disability Links collection at Suite 101. This piece examines the category "Web Sites by Travelers with Disabilities."
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Tips for the Season in Between
Tips and resources to make travel planning enjoyable.
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Tips for Travelers with Disabilities
This review of the resources in the Travel & Disability Link section looks at "Tips for Travelers with Disabilities."
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Defining the Market of Travelers With Disabilities
Applying best practices to travel and hositality using the United Nation's definition of disability with notes from the field of Universal Design.
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Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum of Dubai: A Fair Sheikh for Travelers with Disabilities
Conferences on Inclusive Tourism are increasing around the world but Dubai is taking the lead in Inclusive Development Development by inviting 3 million travelers with disabilities to judge their ambitious goals.
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Taipei Plan of Action for Accessible Tourism
International Accessible Tourism Conference, held at Taipei from 5 to 6 May 2005, produced an action plan that promises continued, coordinated development of barrier-free tourism infrastructure in the region.
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The Global Reach of Accessible Tourism
Opening keynote from the 2005 International Conference on Accessible Tourism, Taipei, Taiwan, May 4-8, 2005.
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The Vexel Quovis Has Landed
The Vexel Quovis is a unique vehicle that is designed to be driven from a wheelchair.
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Theme Parks, Imaginary Worlds, and Real Access
Looking at theme parks from the perspective of inclusion.
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Resources on Destination Accessibility - E to Z
A continuation of the series reviewing the Travel & Disability section list of links. This piece covers the second half of the the category "Resources on Destination Accessibility."
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Resources on Destination Accessibility – A to E
A review of some of the links found at the Travel & Disability Section of Suite 101.
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Rights of Travelers with Disabilities
Review the rights of travelers with disabilities using this list of online resources from various countries.
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Sports and Leisure Activity Link List
Ever felt left out of sports and leisure activities at home or on holiday? Getting involved in these sports -- individual or team -- and leisure activities might add some extra adventure to your next trip.
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Travel Companions Link List
Resources in the Travel & Disability Link List to help you locate service animals, animal companions and human aides.
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Accessible Vacations
Summer weather is approaching and with it comes dreams of vacations in far off and exotic locales. If you're planning a summer getaway, these resources can help.
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Accessible Westminster Abbey Tour
Westminster Abbey is a must-see for most London tourists. Information on access for wheelchairs, hearing loops, Braille, and comments on taking children there.
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Advice for Travel with a Canine Companion – Outta Sight Travel
Jackie Hull shares tips for travelers with service dogs.
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Alberta's Red Arrow Motorcoach
Red Arrow Motorcoach operates a wheelchair-accessible luxury bus to Calgary, Edmonton, Fort McMurray, Red Deer, Banff and Lake Louise, Alberta. Attendants travel free
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Bo Beolens' Style Accessible Birding
An interview with Bo Beolens, founder of The Disabled Birders Association and FatBirder.com.
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Hot Springs at Banff, Canada
The Upper Hot Springs at Banff, Alberta, Canada offer a low-cost, accessible and unusual experience. The water is pleasant and the surroundings magnificent, all year.
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Inclusive Tourism: Some Definitions
Inclusive Tourism draws from Universal Design and Visitability to assure participation of the broadest range of travelers.
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Ottawa, Capital of Canada
Ottawa is Canada's showpiece. The Parliament Buildings and several major museums are centrally located. Accessibility is a high priority in this easy-to-explore city.
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The First International Conference on Accessible Tourism - Taipei, Taiwan
Eden Social Welfare Foundation will host the first international conference dedicated entirely to travel and disability. To be help May 4 - 8, 2005 in Taipei, Taiwan, the conference will simultaneously launch the Asia Pacific Accessible Travel League (APTL). Comments posted in the Discussion following this article will be used by conference organizers.
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The Six Knows of Preparing to Travel
Six areas to look at before traveling with a disability.
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Trekking Through the 2004 Adventures in Travel Expo
A review of the Adventures in Travel Expo 2004 from the perspective of travelers with disabilities.
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Waking Up to a Changed Travel Market
Notes to the Travel & Hospitality Industry on reaching the traveling public with appropriate products.
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Wheeling Through the Monterey Bay Aquarium
Monterey Bay in Northern California is an enchanting mixure of natural beauty and cultural richness all in a comfortable climate. One of its major attractions - the Monterey Bay Aquarium - is very easy to enjoy from a wheelchair.
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A New Tool for Travel Professionals: The 2005 Open Doors Organization Market Study of US Travelers With Disabilities
Harris Interactive conducted a survey, both online and by telephone, between February 8- 25, 2005 on the travel behavior of US adults with disabilities for the Open Doors Organization. Results have been released from this follow-up to a similar a study done in 2002.
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Accessible Cruises, Fair Housing, and the Americans With Disabilities Act
This week two major decisions involving the American with Disabilities Act set the stage for improvements in the travel and hospitality industry in the US.
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Bahamas Vacation Starts with Accessible Cruise
Bahamas vacation packages accommodate passengers with disabilities. Cruise ships, sightseeing tours, and many island attractions welcome visitors who use wheelchairs.
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Disabled Business Travel in the San Juan Islands
Accessible vacations and business travel made easier for disabled travelers. Find out about Washington State Ferry accessibility and San Juan Islands handicapped travel.
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Easy Access Europe by Rick Steves
Rick Steves' Easy Access Europe is an excellent guidebook to some of Europe's most frequently visited places, with plenty of advice about accessibility.
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It's Toys for Travelers Time Again!
Each Fall the Travel & Disability section looks at gear and gadgets that make travel a lot easier for people with disabilities.
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Manifest Accessibility
An editorial on Spector et. al vs. Norwegian Cruise Line Ltd.
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Holiday Giving With a Travel Theme
A few ideas in the holiday spirit that you can take advantage of throughout the whole year.
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