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The Intersection of Travel and Disability

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Gotcha! Spanish City uses Sensors to Discipline Handicap Parking Cheats

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The installation of smart sensors on disability parking spots has begun in the Spanish Basque city of San Sebastian aiming to have 350 such devices operational. The purpose is to prevent or at least lessen the possibility of having other drivers occupy these spaces illegally and bring about more social justice in the traffic environment. What’s more, the U-Spot M2M sensors will indicate to drivers of reduced mobility status the availability and location of nearby parking spots that have been set aside for them. Read more.

Tours for the Blind Led by a Company with a Vision

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Seable is the only multi-award-winning tour operator to offer assisted, active and tailored holidays to the visually impaired. They strive to create accessible holidays that improve independence, inclusion, and well-being, offering individual opportunities to increase confidence, learn new skills and make lifelong friends. Clients are involved every step of the way, providing them the opportunity to take a lead in planning activities. Read more.

Is it a Wheelchair or a Tank? It’s Both!

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Georgia’s Department of Natural Resources and the Aimee Copeland Foundation unveiled a fleet of all-terrain power wheelchairs for rent at 11 state parks and outdoor destinations, including Cloudland Canyon. Read more.

Avoiding a Meltdown at 30,000 Feet

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Flights can be stressful, intimidating, and, worst of all, downright exhausting. Despite this, aircraft as a transportation method is now just part of the modern, convenient travel experience, especially if you want to go long distances.

Airports themselves can be a minefield for those who are autistic. But thankfully, things have improved significantly over time (varies country by country). Airlines, too, are getting better all the time at providing support to disabled passengers. Here are some valuable airport and plane tips and strategies to help you plan and take your next trip. Read more.

The Envelope Please: One Family’s Accessible Travel Awards

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While there are always so many barriers in wheelchair travel, Jennifer Allen from Wonders within Reach loves to celebrate the places that are doing it right! These are the best accessible finds she has discovered over the past year; each would make great travel destinations for 2023. Some may even surprise you. Read more.