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broadsheet.com.au
On the Road With Tennis Champ Dylan Alcott: “Don’t Assume People With Disabilities Can’t Travel”
From LA to Tokyo, the Australian former sports star turned media commentator is raising awareness of accessible travel to unlock bucket-list experiences for all.
“My disability helps me help all people travel better, not just people with disabilities.”
dailyherald.com
Blind travel adviser brings unique perspective to planning your vacation
It might be hard to believe, but the fact that Elgin travel adviser Brandon Yaniz is the fifth-generation of his family to own a business on the 100 block of East Chicago Street is probably only the s...
“Tourism offers a promising adjunct to non-pharmacological interventions. It is not a treatment, but it can provide significant emotional and social benefits.”
nationalgeographic.com
Dementia-friendly tourism is on the rise—here’s why it’s so important
The novelty, exercise, and socialization of travel can benefit many of the world’s 55 million people with dementia. Some destinations are beginning to cater to them with sensory trails and “memory cafés.”
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As birth rates decline, we need to be mindful of adapting our products and services to meet the growing needs of older adults (and for ourselves too). We’ve had the rewarding experience of guiding individuals with Alzheimer’s through museum exhibits, connecting their life experiences with the artwork and artifacts on display. It was a…
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I hate airplanes but for some reason I’d like to take a ride on a helicopter…
They should build a movable platform for transfers into the helicopter. There is a rickshaw company in Tokyo that does that.
havewheelchairwilltravel.net
Gold Coast Helitours - accessible Gold Coast - Have Wheelchair Will Travel
There's no better way to appreciate the Gold Coast than with Gold Coast Helitours. From coast to mountains the view at sunset is spectacular.
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I thought a helicopter ride to the top of Mt. Fuji would be awesome myself, but only around it is available. But as you say, transferring in/out could be uncomfortable.
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I’m scared of flying (though never let it stop me seemingly…) and riding in a Helicopter is the last thing on earth I want to do 😛
Mobility Scooter Tour: Catedral Mazatlan(Mexico)
Basilica de la Inmaculada
Concepcion
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Mental note to self – to ensure a comfortable experience for mobility scooter users, avoid cobblestones!
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