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MemberNavigating airports can be challenging for those with accessibility needs. London Gatwick Airport has released a detailed guide to support passengers with disabilities, ensuring smoother travel experiences. Have you used accessibility services at Gatwick or other airports?
attoday.co.uk
London Gatwick has partnered with AccessAble to launch bespoke Detailed Access Guides to help passengers navigate the airport
TravelLover, Jeane Allyn and alliejay2 Comments-
I may be out of step with everyone else, but when I used airport transport services for an Aunt when we traveled (we are both disabled, but mine is COPD while hers was both COPD and failed back syndrome), I could not stand the slowness and indifference of the transport personnel pushing the transport chair. Getting them to stop at the…
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Airlines have been fined for failing to accommodate passengers with disabilities, highlighting ongoing issues with accessibility in air travel. Have you faced challenges when flying, or had positive experiences where accommodations worked well? Share your stories and thoughts on how airlines can improve.
Read more here:
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Today, the National Disability Rights Network (NDRN) stands in solidarity with travelers with disabilities.
Reply to Hoist rentals_October 2025
Sorry, I should have read this first!
I run Accessible Japan. We don’t do rentals directly but make suggestions based on what people need and where they need it.
As mentioned in the other post, either reach out to @ohayotravel on tabifolk or use the form on Accessible Japan and I’ll put you in contact directly.
Reply to MIMARU APARTHOTEL_Hoist rental and bed
As mentioned be sure to contact them directly, but I know that they are one of the most inclusion-focused hotels/apartels out there.
Unfortunately, some of their original hotels have some poor design choices, but I have met with them and know they are very eager to improve and learn – for example I recently discussed options for families…
Reply to Power wheelchair Repair Vendor
Hi,
There are several in Tokyo, but Showa Bōeki is the main importer in Tokyo.
Perhaps @tak knows for Kyoto/Osaka?
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