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[Judi Potts]

Here some interesting travel links that I've come across. I haven't tried any of these so I'm not saying if they're good or bad, that's up to you to decide. Happy travels

Apumayo Expeditions
This is a company based in Peru that has special tours to Machu Picchu and other Inca locations for disabled travellers.
http://www.apumayo.com/cuscoperu-en/08- ... people.php

Epic Enabled
This South African company runs accessible travel in South Africa, including the famous Kruger National Park, an exciting Private Game Reserve, the scenic Garden Route, Johannesburg, Cape Town & Durban in South Africa and can also offer tours to Namibia, Botswana, Zimbabwe/Zambia (Vic Falls) and the rest of Africa.
http://www.epic-enabled.com/

Travability
At Travability we are dedicated to providing accessibility information for the World's best travel destinations. We have a simple belief that the world should be open to be enjoyed by everyone regardless of their ability. In years of traveling we know of hundreds of destinations that are fully accessible and it is our intention to bring as many of them as we can to this information site. We will bring you travel tips, equipment suggestions and personal travel stories. We will also keep you up to date on world wide developments on Inclusive Tourism.
http://www.travability.travel/

TravelinWheels
This travel site is full of great information about great accessible places around the world.
http://travelinwheels.com/index2.aspx

Disneyland
OK so you want to go to Disneyland in California! This page gives you information about how to get around the Park and what rides and attractions that are accessible.
http://disneyland.disney.go.com/plan/gu ... abilities/

Barney's Place - Mermaid Waters Gold Coast Qld
When you enter Barney's Place you'll find every conceivable option has been lovingly catered for to create a spectacular luxury disability friendly homestay. From the specially designed disabled bathroom to the fully customised kitchen with wheelchair access full disability facilities and features have been installed with an eye for detail and personal safety. Additional to this Barney's Place also features a swimming pool lift, ramps with hand rails and many other features to make disabled access a breeze. Barney's Place Gold Coast is a modern contemporary styled home.
http://www.barneys-place.com/

Accessible Kiwi Tours
New Zealand's leading tour company meeting the needs of mature travellers and those with special needs.

Frank and Diane Boonen receive great pleasure in having created the ultimate holiday or vacation experience for you. We welcome, care and cater for families and individuals of all ages with special or specific needs when visiting our beautiful country.

Our company Accessible Kiwi Tours is a unique New Zealand Tour Company (established 1991) whose business is to cater for all people including the more mature and physically challenged.
Disabilities requiring wheelchair hoists are no obstacle.
http://www.toursnz.com/

[Spinal Hub]

Hi Judy,
Thanks for all your ideas, and as you say it is very much up to the individual to decide whether they are good or bad! In the Transport & Travel section of SpinalHub there is an article with some tips for travelling and a checklist to help you find the right accommodation for your own needs.
SpinalHub is keen to hear of any travel stories!

[macca]

Well done Judi,
Ya got any Aussie sites ?
Cheers.

[Judi Potts]

OzMates Travel
We offer group or individual holidays with a level of support specific to the needs of the individual passenger. Our travel agents are skilled in assessing passenger requirements and whilst away on holiday, our dedicated & professional support crew (Staff) are there to assist the passenger in having the holiday of a lifetime every time!
http://www.ozmates.com.au/

Ambleside Tours
Ambleside Tours offer fully escorted and aided theatre parties, day trips and trips within Australia for persons with a wide range of disAbilities.

We also offer tours, within Australia, for people with disabilities from overseas countries. Depending on the need, we can provide carers and plan the trip according to the interests of clients.
http://www.amblesidetours.com/

FarSight Travel
FarSight Travel is the creation of David Lee. Currently David is Australia’s only blind licensed Travel Agent. After working in various facets of the travel industry for over 24 years and traveling as a blind person for the past eight years, David saw a need for an agency that would represent the independent ability-impaired traveller.
http://www.farsighttravel.com/

Easy Access Australia
This site will provide information about accessible travel in Australia and feature attractions, accommodation and regions as they are documented. The first is Sydney, a Welcoming City for People with Disabilities and Seniors – Accessible Accommodation, see below.
http://www.easyaccessaustralia.com.au/

Hope this helps

[Flashcab Rentals]

Flashcab Rentals provides wheelchair accessible vehicles for hire when you are on holiday in Brisbane, Sunshine Coast,Gold Coast, Sydney region and Adelaide region.
Full airport service is available to make your holiday stress free.
We have a range of vehicle types to choose from and we are sure to be able to help.
Visit our website at http://www.flashcabrentals.com.au for prices and information.

[Adi]

A lot of information, but can anyone who has taken out travel insurance, tell us who they used and how difficult, or not, it was to get

[Bill Forrester]

Travability is a fully licensed Travel Agency located in Frankston specialising in travel for people with a disability. They are members of SATH (Society for Accessible Travel and Hospitality) and ENAT (European Network for Accessible Tourism)

[colin]

hi..these all links are working great.This can be very helful for the disabled person.

[amannju]

hey everyone,
thanks so much for the links - great resource!