This themed collection of articles will showcase the most significant and forward-looking research advancing accessibility, inclusion, and equity across the global tourism system.
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.
The 2024 UK Access Survey reports that 78% of respondents are not confident about visiting new places when thinking about accessibility and 73% of respondents have come across an accessible toilet that they’ve been unable to use.
Research carried out in the United Kingdom in 2022 shows that to save time and energy when researching a trip, people with accessibility requirements want to make "shortlists" of places to stay and visit based on key accessibility features. They then want to be able to view a Detailed Access Guide to make their final decision.
The Year of Accessible Tourism in Queensland is an opportunity to recognise the importance of accessible tourism experiences for all, and to ignite change and create opportunities for Queensland tourism businesses.
MADRID – FITUR, in collaboration with IMPULSA IGUALDAD, creators of the accessible tourism brand TUR4all, have organised the FITUR 4Aall section, which is being held for the first time in 2024 with the aim of strengthening the quality, diversity and inclusion of the tourism offer.
UN Tourism (the UN World Tourism Organisation) offers 6 free guidelines for accessible travel, containing recommendations for key players in the tourism sector.
