At a congress held last week by the European Network for Accessible Tourism (ENAT), over 200 representatives from international disability organisations, tourist boards and private enterprise came to the overwhelming conclusion that accessible tourism is the fastest-growing business opportunity in the tourism industry.
This week the Marina d'Or beachside holiday resort in the Region of Valencia, Spain welcomes some 200 delegates at the ENAT International Congress on Tourism for All, organised by Fundación ONCE and supported by the European Commission. Guest speakers from North and South America, as well as Australia will complement European presenters from all sectors of the tourism industry, public authorities, NGOs and centres of research and education.
This summer, "Tourism for All" is the Greek National Tourist Organisation's domestic marketing message, with posters, decorated buses and a TV-spot contributing to the campaign.
I would like to present a summary of our experience working on 'beach access for all'. I am in charge of all European countries for the marketing and sales of MOBI-MAT, a removable matting product which allows wheelchair users and people with walking difficulties to cross difficult terrain, like beaches.
Workshop Report including summary presentations and speeches by plenary speakers, workshop conclusions and photos from the optional excursion to accessible attractions in Athens.
