Memberkaitlynhudson
MemberUK's new National Disability Strategy and Tourism
Hello,
Just heard that the UK just released their National Disability Strategy. Wondering what the impact on tourism will be like. @CGV can you give is a brief synopsis of any “game changer” content that is included?
Here is the web page: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/national-disability-strategy
Josh Grisdale and Chris G Veitch-
Josh Grisdale posted an update in the group
3 years agoAccessible Travel News 3 years agoI quite enjoyed this article. What kind of planning do you do?
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2020-12-29/travelling-with-a-disability-and-wheelchair-tips/12910306
abc.net.au
How holiday 'trial runs' helped me build the confidence to see the world
When my mobility started getting worse I realised if I wanted to see the world, it was now or never. I quickly learned the importance of expecting the unexpected.
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Josh Grisdale posted an update in the group
3 years agoAccessible Beaches 3 years agoToo bad they didn’t use @accesstrax but glad they started on the journey to beach accessibility!
https://thecostaricanews.com/hermosa-is-the-first-accessible-beach-in-the-brunca-region/
thecostaricanews.com
Hermosa Is the First Accessible Beach in the Brunca Region
With the implementation of 1 walkway, 1 loading trolley and 2 amphibious chairs, Hermosa in Osa, became, this past week, the first accessible beach for people
Sarah and Access Trax2 Comments-
I had the privilege of volunteering in Costa Rica in 2019 for their first Open Adaptive Surf Championship and used that recycled plastic pathway in Jaco. It has its challenges (can have large gaps and is difficult to turn on and move) but it is a good start! Plus I really like how it’s made from recycled plastic (bottle caps).
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Reply to Examples of accessibility helping people who aren’t disabled
That is brilliant!
Reply to UD Taxi drivers' skills in general?
I had a few bad experiences where drivers didn’t know how to fold the back seat up, let alone get the ramp ready. And a few where I was refused by the driver saying “I don’t know how, sorry”.
However, they have been getting better and I had 1-2 good experiences as well. I find that using the S.Ride App and selecting “Japan Taxi” is a good…
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