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Travel and tourism is a social right which concerns all European citizens. However, it is estimated that over 40 million Europeans do not take holidays. For those with some form of disability, many of the existing tourism offers are not easily accessible.

Demand for accessible tourism offers is growing, and the tourism industry is starting to recognise that tourists with disabilities form an important consumer group.

All Go Here U.K.site providing many links to disability friendly locations and services.

Arthur Frommer's Budget Travel Online Includes information for travelers with disabilities.

Access Abroad Lists accessibility information for over 40 international sites in 25 different countries. Also has tips for students with disabilities planning to go abroad and resources for study abroad advisors.

Accessible Journeys for resources and information specializing in wheelchair travel.

Access-able Travel Source Free Internet information service for mature and disabled travelers. Online database of resources including accommodation, transportation, attractions, adventures, doctors, and equipment rental and repair. Searchable by country, state, province and city. Site also has a comprehensive list of disability links, publications, specialty travel agents, travel tips and more.

Children with Diabetes Lists associations around the world for children and adults with diabetes

Disability Travel and Recreation Resources Tons of resources and links for the disabled traveler.

Disabled Holiday Directory a portal for disability travel in the U.K. and beyond.

Emerging Horizons Magazine presents some content from its publication concerning accessable travel.

European Union travel guides for tourists with disabilities for many European countries available online.

Disabled Travel Network Personal stories, access guides and extensive links to international disability travel resources.

Good Access Guide Provides information on tourism in United Kingdom for people with disabilities.

Half the Planet Comprehensive, reliable information ideas, products and services for people with disabilities, including an extensive travel section found under "Resources."

IIE Passport A searchable online database of 5000 U.S. education abroad programs.

International Volunteer Programs Assn An alliance of nonprofit, non-governmental organizations based in the Americas, that are involved in international volunteer and internship exchanges. Web site features a comprehensive database of volunteer/ intern opportunities worldwide.

Moss Rehab ResourceNet web-based information center for people with disabilities. Includes national and international travel resources and tips.

One way of improving access for tourists with disabilities is to provide information on the existing tourism facilities which can meet their demands and expectations satisfactorily. The Commission has carried out a study on how to improve information on the accessibility of tourism facilities for disabled people. As a result of this, an information sheet has been designed which will make it easier for people in charge of facilities to provide essential information which will help disabled people take informed decisions about their travel and holidays. The information sheet, and how to fill it in, will be published later this year, but is available now on the web-site.

The Commission has also produced a practical handbook for the tourism industry 'Making Europe accessible for tourists with disabilities' - prepared in 1996. The publication of this handbook contributes to raising awareness Europe-wide about the importance of taking the needs of disabled tourists into consideration. On a practical level, the impact of this work depends greatly on the active involvement of tourist operators. Copies in five languages (DE/EN/ES/FR/IT) are available from the Tourism Unit on request.

The year 2003 was the European Year of people with disabilities, as stated in a Council decision of 3 December 2001. Details of the Year, and information on the EU Disability Strategy are available.

Disabled Persons Transport Advisory Committee - Responsible for advising the UK Government on access for disabled people to transport and the built environment. Provides information on access to various modes of transport and details of the Committee's work.
Flying with Disability - Resource about air travel for disabled passengers. Information includes airport accessibility, medical assistance, airline notification, discrimination and disabled travellers' rights.
London Dial a Ride - London Transport service for people with disabilities. Membership details, how the service works and service details.
Sandown - Coach hire for disabled, elderly and special needs groups in the North West of England.
Taxi Card - Subsidised door-to-door transport in taxis for people who have serious mobility impairment and difficulty in using public transport. How to apply and scheme details.
Tourism For All - Umbrella organisation supporting accessibility and social inclusion in the hospitality and tourism industry. Achievements, activities and list of members.
Access Travel Center - Comprehensive listings of all things pertaining to disabled and senior travel.
Access-Able Travel Source - Providing access information to mature and disabled travelers.
Accessible Travel Information - Links to travel planning, destinations and transportation.
Accessible Vacation Home Exchange - A free online exchange that matches disabled persons who want to exchange accessible homes during vacations.
Disabled Directory - World-wide disabled accommodation guide.
The disABLED Traveler - Forum for discussing travel accessibility and universal-access travel issues.
Emerging Horizons - Accessible travel news and information for travelers with disabilities.
The Enabled RVer - An access-travel resource for the disabled RVer. Features on great destinations, weekend getaways, accessible rvs, part-timing and full-timing, and schooling or working on the road.
Flying with Disability - Resource about air travel for disabled passengers. Information includes airport accessibility, medical assistance, airline notification, discrimination and disabled travellers' rights.
The Garnet Access Project - Promotes access to the countryside for disabled people using quad bikes and amphibious six-wheelers.
Gimp on the Go - An on-line disabilities travel publication.
Global Access - A collection of articles by disabled travelers about their experiences on cruises, hotels, restaurants and airlines while traveling around the world.
The Journey of a Lifetime Trust - A charitable and volunteer organization that take disabled and disadvantaged youngsters on a month long vacation.
Maelstrom - Archives of the email list of travel sites for the disabled.
MossRehab ResourceNet: Accessible Travel - Information and resources for the disabled traveler.
Oxygen Services - Provides global oxygen services in thousands of cities in the United States and in over one hundred foreign countries
Patient Travel - Provides services for those who must be transferred to distant locations for specialized treatment or recovery.
Rebecca's Travels - Articles about travel experiences for the mobility impaired.
Smooth Ride Groove Guide - The interactive travel site written by, and for, young disabled people.
Society For The Advancement Of Travelers With Handicaps - Tips for travelers with disabilities.
Travellers Guide for the Disabled - Resources for disabled person holidays in different parts of the UK, such as travel tips, accessible accommodations and attractions, homeswapping, and organisations.
TripScope - Telephone helpline offers expert advice and information to people with impaired mobility on overcoming travel difficulties.
The World on Wheels - Accessibility reports on vacations spots in the United States and Mexico. Detailed travel reviews on each site.

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