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Not too long ago vacation spots were impossible, being full of inaccessibility and inconsistency; but now with the advent of new technologies and better treatment, many beach resorts and locations offer better accessible travel to and from the beach. Simple Things: One of the easiest things that can be done is to research Hotels and locations beforehand, gentle slopes to and from the beach rank high above locations that can only be reached via a stairwell. Another thing...

It has been over 20 years since the U.S.A. formed the Air Carriers Access Act, under which it states, No air carrier may discriminate against any otherwise qualified individual with a disability, by reason of such disability, in the provision of air transportation. The introduction of such a milestone in the Disabled community shed light on the future progressions that may occur in terms of public accessibility. Although, major society and infrastructural improvements...

DELHI OLD AND NEW The capital city of the Republic of India and one of India's fastest growing cities, Delhi stretches over the West Bank of the River Yamuna. Old Delhi and its narrow and bustling streets are centred on the Red Fort built by Emperor Shah Jahan between 1636 and 1658. If you prefer beauty and serenity then explore the magnificent courts of the main buildings populated with some of the finest museums. For gift shopping, the beautiful boutiques and...

Traveling abroad while Disabled can be tough. When you’re traveling keep these questions in mind and they should help keep you on the right path. 1. Do You Need to Plan Ahead? You’ve probably heard the phrase that Genius is 99% perspiration and 1%; well with disabled travelling while abroad there’s also quite a bit of anticipation as well. If there’s going to be some kind of physical obstacle on your journey, why not plan around it? Did you know...

Have you been avoiding your international travel because of inconvenient wheelchair air travel? Now there is no reason to fret. Like you, many other hesitate because of the inconvenience in long haul flights for disabled travellers. Although over 10 hours in a confined space sounds tiresome, it is often just an exaggerated doubt that can be overcome. Tag along with us as we bring you some fail-proof tips on how you can make your long-duration flight more relaxed and...

India is renowned as a unique cultural hotspot offering a colourful mixture of customs, traditions, religions, rituals and languages. From iconic legendary monuments through to stunning scenery and the hustle and bustle of ancient market places. As a result of all of these wonderful things, India is now emerging as one of the world’s favourite tourist destinations. Explore the Himalayas of the north and the beaches of Kerala in the south, with numerous attractions,...

Road trips are one of the most exciting adventures for families have together. It gives each member to learn more about each other outside the daily routine and simple have fun. When you leave all the daily responsibilities behind, you open doors for a refreshing time that gives you a long lasting personal boost. Although all road trips involve some sort of planning, travelling with disabled kids requires a bit of extra effort. In reality you have to be prepared for any...

Are you looking to buy a new electric wheelchair? The following crucial points will help you make the perfect choice in your purchase. No doubt that the invention of wheelchair has solved mobility issues for thousands of disabled men and women around the world. An accessible transportation device that has changed the course of mobility for the physically challenged. Still, technology took it a step further and introduced an electric-powered wheelchair to make things...

India – a country that has speedily boosted over the past decade to stand head to head with other world leading countries, is equally progressing in its accessibility. An initiative taken by Able Journeys that involved liaisons with regional tourism authorities, helped in discovering the real issues in accessible travel. With diligent hard work and strategic planning, Able Journeys successfully introduced the widest selection of disabled holidays in India for...

We are super excited to introduce our new website design after a complete makeover in both appearance and functionality. From the first instance, you will start to notice a remarkable upgrade in your surfing experience both in speed and intuition. Our team gathered around to keep your online experience as simple as possible, with every information just a few clicks away. In addition to your convenience, there is plenty of eye-candy for every user to dive into our brand...

Train Travel is often a very convenient and accessible way to travel. Most countries in the European continent are reachable through a large, well planned rail network. However, travelling on a train as a wheelchair user can sometimes bring a few hurdles along the way. Although many accessibility measures have been introduced in the Euro-Rail-System, wheelchair users still may end up facing a few hindrances like steps on the platform, lack of handicap bathrooms on train,...

Indian Visa Information General Requirements: Original passport with your signature and at least 6 months of validity from the date of application. The passport should have at least 2 blank pages. One original Indian Visa Application form per person, filled online, printed and signed, with one copy of the same. Your signature must be original on the printed visa application. Hand filled forms will not be accepted at the Visa Centers. Two recent photographs of 2 x 2 inch...

Food is the great cultural equalizer. Each place has it’s own unique flavours and tastes and boy does it ever show up in India. Food in one region may be completely different in another. Here we’ll list you ten tasty dishes that’ll make your stomach grateful. 1. Momos A variation on the bao or eastern DimSum, this chewy dumpling is extremely popular with North Eastern states. These tasty snacks are filled with vegetables or meat and are eaten with a fiery red chutney. 2....