Introduction to the Summit

By Jennifer Allen

“Feeling incredibly inspired and uplifted after attending the Travelabilty’s Emerging Markets Summit! The collective spirit and determination of the accessible community here has truly left me in awe… Every speaker, panelist, and attendee has brought their unique perspective and expertise to the table, fostering meaningful conversations and sparking innovative ideas. It’s evident that collaboration and cooperation are key to building a more inclusive travel industry. I’m leaving this conference with a renewed sense of purpose and a deep belief in the power of accessibility. Let’s continue to amplify the voices of those who have been marginalized, challenge the status quo, and create a world where travel knows no bounds.” 

This feedback from Lesly Palmer, of Pixie Travel, echoes the sentiments of attendees across travel industries at the 2023 Emerging Markets Summit. The summit included a wealth of information, from grant writing and technology breakthroughs, to accessibility travel research and guides on how to create change. 

The incomparable value of the summit comes from combining all of the elements for accessible travel in one place. The innovations; disability travel bloggers, who are really the detectives out to share the real scoop;  influencers; those with lived experiences; experts; and attendees all come together for a glorious three days of both education and support. The past five years have served as a foundation of trust, establishing not only TravelAbility, but also a community of like-minded world-changers.

The abundance of knowledge and innovation shared over the weekend couldn’t be covered in a single newsletter, but the following articles are a small sampling of the driving force for change that is the Travelability Summit.