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The Intersection of Travel and Disability

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UK Operator, Ocean Holidays, Redefines “All Inclusive” With Accessible Florida Program

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Following investment in rigorous staff training, customers can now book holidays knowing that every additional need is taken care of – whether at the airport or in resort – by staff with an unrivalled knowledge of accessible options in the Sunshine State, all at no extra cost. The program takes a holistic approach, covering everything from mobility, visual and hearing impairment through to cognitive challenges with accessibility champions in all areas of the business.

The new Ocean Holiday Accessibility program is also designed to be a resource for disabled travelers and their families, with information on everything from accessible restaurants to wheelchair-friendly sightseeing options while abroad. Read More.

A Dating App For People With Disabilities Looking For Love

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Dating while disabled comes with a unique set of challenges. It’s something Jacqueline Child, 28, knows all too well as she deals with chronic illness. She and her sister Alexa Child, 32, hope to combat stigma with their new dating app Dateability. By and for the disabled community, it launched Oct. 21. Will it bridge some gaps? Read More.

A Disability Pilot Program To Help The Travel Industry’s Labor Shortage

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Tourism is just one of Australia’s growth industries that faces workforce challenges. The National Skills Commission’s (NSC) 2022 Skills Priority List reveals national shortages of chefs, hotel/motel managers and tour guides. The accommodation and food services sector alone is predicted to account for 139,900 new jobs by November 2025. One way to address this skills shortage is to remove the barriers to tourism employment for people with disability. Read More.

US Airlines Pledge To Improve Accessibility For Disabled Passengers

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Airlines for America (A4A), the industry trade organization for US airlines, along with seven of its passenger airline members – Alaska, American, Delta, Hawaiian, JetBlue, Southwest and United – have announced a pledge to improve accessible air travel for all passengers with disabilities, including those with mobility, cognitive and social disabilities. As part of the commitment, A4A’s passenger airlines have pledged to four actions intended to improve accessibility, while continuing to prioritize the safety of all passengers. In addition to the four-part commitment, A4A says that its passenger airline members meet all Department of Transportation (DOT) accessibility standards and fully support the rights of passengers with disabilities set forth in the DOT’s Airline Passengers with Disabilities Bill of Rights, most especially the right to be treated with dignity and respect. Read More.

IHG Hotels To Recruit More People With Disabilities In Australia

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IHG Hotels and Resorts is doubling down on efforts to make a career in hotels more accessible for people with disability through a new strategic partnership with Spinal Cord Injuries Australia (SCIA) employment service, EmployAbility.

The partnership supports the employment of people with a physical disability across a wide variety of positions at IHG hotels around the country, not just desk-based roles.

A pilot program is already underway at a number of IHG properties including InterContinental Sydney Double Bay, Crowne Plaza Darling Harbour and Crowne Plaza Hunter Valley. Read More.

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