GLOBAL ACCESS NEWS TRAVEL E-ZINE
VOLUME IX, NUMBER 2, February 2008
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Welcome to the February 2008 issue of the Global Access News Travel E-Zine. Thanks to everyone for taking the time to write us and share your travel tips and experiences.
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CONTENTS
1. CALL FOR ACCESS TO THE SKIES
2. ACCESSIBLE CRUISE NEWS
3. VENICE, ITALY ACCESS GUIDE
4. CANADIAN AIRLINES DROP EXTRA CHARGES
5. WALKING TOURS: NEW YORK CITY & PARIS, FRANCE
6. AUSTRALIA FOR ALL
7.
LET’S GO COSTA BRAVA
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1. CALL FOR ACCESS TO THE SKIES
Many disabled travelers have experienced less than adequate airline service when flying, but Howard L. Chabner (a frequent contributor to Global Access News) hopes to do something about that. He is now leading an effort to urge the Department of Transportation (DOT) to provide us with the regulations we desperately need to achieve full access to the skies while guaranteeing our comfort, health and safety. By detailing some of his own flying experiences, Chabner makes a strong case for the need for major changes in DOT’s regulations. Check out his points and see if his flying experiences might mirror your own: See http://www.globalaccessnews.com/americanairlinescomplaintfeb08.htm
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2. ACCESSIBLE CRUISE NEWS
If you’re planning a cruise
and wondering about whether a ship will meet your individual access needs, check
out these handy web sites:
Cruise-Chat.com provides an on-line forum where
disabled travelers can post their cruising experiences and questions:
http://cruise-chat.com/eve/forums/a/frm/f/939608462
Criuise Lines International’s site provides a database of access information to help travelers locate the perfect ship boarding experience:
http://www.cruising.org/planyourcruise/guides/wheelchair.cfm
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3. VENICE, ITALY ACCESS GUIDE
The city of Venice, Italy now provides a web site designed to help wheelchair users, and other disabled travelers, navigate its many ancient canals, bridges and buildings. Each page of this site provides both an English and an Italian version. Don’t miss the PDF access map of the islands. Learn more at
http://www.comune.venezia.it/flex/cm/pages/ServeBLOB.php/L/IT/IDPagina/1317
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4. CANADIAN AIRLINES DROP EXTRA CHARGES
Mary M, of Halifax, Canada, alerted us to the news that Canadian airlines will begin charging disabled people the same fares as other travelers. The airlines can no longer charge disabled travelers extra fees to accommodate their disability needs for an extra seat. The Canadian Transportation Agency ruling stated that disabled people needing an attendant to travel with them, as well as obese people requiring two seats, will pay only one fare.
In 2002, the Council of Canadians with Disabilities and disabled individuals filed the discrimination complaint that led to the policy changes. Let’s hope that this ruling will gain global momentum. Learn more at
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5. WALKING TOURS: NEW YORK CITY, PARIS, LONDON
Derek Guzman, of Paris on Wheels, sent in an update to his services. He is currently available to provide customized accessible walking tours and guide service for both Paris and New York City. In Paris, Guzman can also arrange van transportation and tours with a private company. To learn more, visit http://parisonwheels.tripod.com/
Or contact Guzman at powparis@yahoo.com
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6. AUSTRALIA FOR ALL
Australia For All Alliance Inc. recently debuted their new web site featuring wheelchair accessible accommodations and tourism venues in Australia. The group is also constructing a growing list of worldwide accessible accommodation to choose from. Explore the possibilities at http://www.australiaforall.com.au/
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7. LET’S GO COSTA BRAVA
With 22 wheelchair accessible apartments, the Costa Brava Apartments in Llagostera (1 hour from Barcelona and 15 min. from Girona) were designed to accommodate wheelchair users and those with reduced mobility. The resort also provides an accessible swimming pool with lift, transportation facilities and information about accessible tourist venues in the region. Learn more at
http://www.fundacio60.org/fundacio60/homeng.html
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