This themed collection of articles will showcase the most significant and forward-looking research advancing accessibility, inclusion, and equity across the global tourism system.
Nearly 7 in 10 people with disabilities consider that they are discriminated against when flying. These are the stark findings of the 9th Human Rights Report from the European Disability Forum (EDF): “Rights Delayed: Air Travel for Passengers with Disabilities”.
As part of the European Commission’s AccessibleEU Centre initiative, a new study will explore how companies across the EU perceive, approach and implement accessibility in their products and services.
Passengers with Reduced Mobility (PRMs), including persons with disabilities (PWDs), have the right to travel in comfort, safety and dignity. The EU-Funded project, INCLAVI - Inclusive Aviation, is rolling out 40 free, online training courses for professionals and students on how to serve these travellers, contributing to accessible travel for all, in Europe and beyond.
Almost half of European travellers with accessibility needs take at least one leisure trip abroad
per year yet still face challenges within the travel sector.
UN Tourism and the European Accessibility Resource Centre (AccessibleEU)joined accessible tourism champions at the FITUR Spanish Tourism Fair to advance policies, standards, incentives, skills and business strategies, making inclusion a reality for millions of people.
UN Tourism, ONCE Foundation and UNE released in November 2024 a set of recommendations for the transportation sector to implement the ISO Standard 21902:2021 on Tourism for All.
"Everyone in the European Union must be able to enjoy their rights, including the right to move freely. Our transport systems must make it easy for everyone to access essential services, including air travel, in a fair and inclusive way." Apostolos Tzitzikostas, EU Commissioner for Sustainable
Transport and Tourism, from the Foreword to the Report.
UN Tourism (the UN World Tourism Organisation) offers 6 free guidelines for accessible travel, containing recommendations for key players in the tourism sector.
The European Capital of Smart Tourism and European Green Pioneer of Smart Tourism Awards recognise outstanding achievements in smart and sustainable tourism.
This interactive workspace has been created to complement the AccessibleEU LinkedIn Group to generate knowledge and discussion about accessibility in the European Union.
