AbilityTips
Secure before flight
If flying with a motorized wheelchair or scooter, before allowing the crew to store your ride in the plane, make sure you remove or secure all items that can be detached easily to prevent loss or damage. We recommend removing the cushion, headrest, and thigh supports of the chair and placing them in a bag to carry on the plane.
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Connemara, Galway, Ireland
Connemara is a region located to the West and North of Galway offering beautiful scenery and a variety of towns, castles and other sites worth visiting. Connemara attracts a variety of visitors not only for it’s scenic beauty, but for its rich irish traditions that are still preserved today.
County Clare, Ireland
County Clare is a region to the South and West of Galway boasting beautiful ocean drives, prehistoric artifacts, quaint old Irish towns, historic castles and many other sites.
The Cliffs of Moher and the Burren are some of the most famous sites in this region. The Cliffs of Moher are completely accessible and offer breathtaking views of the ocean. There is also a visitor center, café, and gift shop.
Galway, Ireland
Galway is one of the larger cities in Ireland, located on the west coast. It is about a 2 ½ hour drive west of Dublin and accessible for a day trip or overnight. There is a new road, making the trip a lot quicker. Galway has a quaint city center area offering several pedestrian streets, shops, restaurants, a modern museum and various other sites. One can easily spend an afternoon there. The town is also known for its many pubs.
Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands
Amsterdam, the capital of The Netherlands (with a population of just over 1 million,) is of a quaint little village with vibrant nightlife and cultural charm. While many of the sidewalks and curbs are very wheelchair friendly, strolling along some of the older cobblestone streets or along some of the many tree lined canals could prove difficult for people with disabilities. However, Amsterdam has been working hard to make the city more accessible for all. For example, all new buses must be wheelchair accessible. Despite its challenges, Amsterdam is worth visiting, and as a bonus, it’s ranked one of the top 25 safest destinations in Europe.
Dublin, Ireland
Dublin is the capital and largest city in Ireland, and offers vibrant nightlife and cultural attractions. Located on the river Liffe, the center of Dublin is very compact, making it a great destination for travelers. It is a great city to explore and rarely is it necessary to get into a bus or cab. There are many pedestrian streets including the famous Temple Bar area (pubs) and Grafton Street (shopping). Despite being an old city, many of its tourist destinations are partially accessible, with careful planning.
Scotland
Scotland is part of the United Kingdom. Well known for its beautiful highlands, golf courses and scenic drives, Scotland is a very well documented accessible destination.
Portugal
Portugal is a beautiful and highly developed country in southwest Europe. Despite being old, the country has many accessible destinations and features – including beaches, historic sites, wineries, port and many others.
Venice, Italy
Venice is one of the most romantic and beautiful cities in the world, and is truly a unique experience. Until ten years ago, it was a very unfriendly destination in terms of accessibility, due to its historic features. Today, several internal bridges are equipped for wheelchairs and most ferries have relatively easy access. In fact, almost 70% of the city is now accessible for people with mobility challenges.
Sagres, Algarve, Portugal
Sagres, a small town located on the southwest tip of Portugal, offers the traveler a chance to experience a quaint beachfront village and more fresh seafood dining than one could believe. There is an accessible resort hotel located on the bluffs overlooking the ocean. However, many of the historical attractions nearby can be difficult to navigate via scooter or wheelchair due to the steep, bumpy terrain and lack of curb cuts.
Sintra, Lisbon Region, Portugal
Sintra is a beautiful UNESCO World Heritage Site, undoubtedly due to its breathtaking views and 19th century architecture. A short drive from Lisbon, Sintra feels like a city from a different time and place. Due to the age of Sintra, accessibility is challenging – cobblestones, steps, and steep elevations all present obstacles that the physically challenged traveler should take into account when planning a visit.
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