Traveling With a Disability
| January 20, 2017
Ask a lot of questions, give a lot of information
It’s best to never assume anything and to ask as many questions as possible, especially when it comes to your accommodations. Does the facility have ramps or lifts at the entrance? Do they offer rooms on the main floor? Are their washrooms built with accessibility in mind?
You should also give as much information about your disability as necessary and let your hosts know what you can and cannot do. Can you walk up a single flight of stairs? Can you climb into a bathtub on your own? The more your hosts know about your specific needs, the more details they can give and the better prepared you’ll be for your trip. Before you arrival, be sure to confirm all the booking details with your hosts.
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