Post by Lαrα on Jul 29, 2014 23:13:48 GMT -8
Truly being able to enjoy holiday destinations comes down to accessibility. Accessibility comes down to the travel industries ethos on true inclusion and the law...Then the tourism industry within the country needs to comply.
I think the issue is that the infrastructure within the travel industry tends to sometimes look at chair users as a liability and then implement changes in respect of risk assessment.
Instead they need to consider accessibility in respect of inclusion and focus on the individual as a customer who is entitled to have the option of enjoy a tourist attraction (for example) fully.
It isnt quite enough just adding an accessible ramp into public buildings....the tourist attraction or public place needs to consider accessibility as a whole. Think about how inclusive destinations is before you consider your place of vacation.
True inclusion allows you to access the attractions and amenities fully as everyone else can. Disabled travellers should not feel disadvantaged due to their disability!
As 'disable' travellers, we should insist on better accessibility. Society, in general is getting better at considering accessibility and inclusion...its just a little slow coming.
I think it would benefit companies, who are in an already competitive tourist industry to get a head of their game because there are very many potential new customers out there with disposable incomes!
Here are some good examples of inclusion 
Koala Conservation Centre, Phillip Island, Victoria Australia
Wheelchair access to the rural areas of the conservation centre so it can be fully enjoyed and appreciated by all!
Level surfaces with appropriate flooring within the centre for easy wheeling!
One or two of the inclines look steep so many may need a 'push' but the idea is amazing!
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