Disabled Travelers Services

For the disabled, there is always a free USA national park pass available.

Feb 23, 2009 - Tina Samuels

People needing disability accommodations should follow these steps when traveling in the United States.

Nov 28, 2008 - Krista Giannak

The Access Guide Canada is an online searchable database of places and services available in Canada for persons with disabilities. Users are encouraged to add listings.

Mar 22, 2008 - Jill Browne

The size and preferences of the accessible tourism market in North America were described in a July 2007 report from Ontario, Canada, based on U.S. and Canadian research.

Mar 12, 2008 - Jill Browne

In Working Like Dogs: The Service Dog Guidebook, two fans of service dogs explain what they are and what it's like to have a dog that's trained to help a disabled person.

Nov 26, 2007 - Jill Browne

There are many opportunities in the world of Accessible Travel to improve existing goods and services and to create new one. Here's a starting list.

Oct 15, 2007 - Jill Browne

Wheelin' Sportsmen Magazine from the National Wild Turkey Federation is "dedicated to the education and entertainment of disabled outdoors enthusiasts" and partners.

Oct 9, 2007 - Jill Browne

Founded in Singapore, the World Toilet Organization leads initiatives to improve sanitation worldwide.

Jul 22, 2007 - Jill Browne

By learning new lifesaving skills and updating past knowledge, travellers can feel more confident being away from home. Anyone can learn first aid.

May 27, 2007 - Jill Browne

A newsletter from the Canadian Transportation Agency has excellent tips for providing better customer service to persons with any sort of disability.

Apr 6, 2007 - Jill Browne

In Canada, disabled parking permits bearing the international wheelchair symbol are widely recognized provided they are officially issued.

Mar 10, 2007 - Jill Browne

Under a 1997 resolution, the European Union countries accept each other's disabled parking permits and those from Canada, USA, Australia and other associate EU members.

Mar 10, 2007 - Jill Browne

In Touch is a British radio program, available on internet, presenting the world from the perspective of persons with limited or no sight. It is interesting listening.

Mar 9, 2007 - Jill Browne

DisabilityGuide.org is a privately run, comprehensive, searchable website full of information about accessibility in the Washington, D.C. area, and Maryland and Virginia.

Mar 6, 2007 - Jill Browne

Interstitial Cystitis is a bladder condition which causes a painful need to urinate urgently. Knowing you can get to the head of the toilet line may be a comfort.

Feb 14, 2007 - Jill Browne