MemberJoan Pahisa
MemberReply to Discrimination in accessible tourism and activities
Well, as a little person it’s quite common to have to face slurs, people taking pictures of you and other confronting situations. Depending on the country it happens more or less often, but it’s not a thing restricted to just traveling (though in some countries or areas it intensifies). However, since being a wheelchair user, these kind of… Read more
Reply to Accessibility Certification Program in Japan
Yes, I think so, as I’ve heard it being mentioned in some meetings. If it’s not directly, then it’s through the Spanish organization for standardization (UNE), but definitely a part of it. Unfortunately, I’m more involved with the accessible technology department, so, at the moment, I don’t have any specific information on it.
Reply to Accessibility Certification Program in Japan
Hi,
In Spain it’s not still implemented, but they are also working on a certificate of accessibility (mainly for hotels, though, as far as I know). It’s being promoted by Fundación ONCE (the biggest organization working towards accessibility in Spain), with the approval of the Spanish government.
Aside from this certificate more catered to…
Joan Pahisa replied to the discussion Questions about Disabled travel in the era of COVID-19 in the forum General Discussions 4 years ago
Reply to Questions about Disabled travel in the era of COVID-19
Sorry for the late reply. I’ve just sent you an email. Best regards!
Joan Pahisa replied to the discussion Questions about Disabled travel in the era of COVID-19 in the forum General Discussions 4 years ago
Reply to Questions about Disabled travel in the era of COVID-19
The article posted by Josh is really insightful and there’s nothing much that I can think of to add. I would put emphasis on the fact that many people with disabilities are also more vulnerable to Covid, so it’s not just a matter of services being there, but of willingness of travelers to put themselves at risk. The article says it well, you…
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