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Know your battery

If flying with a motorized wheelchair or scooter, bring documentation that describes whether the device is powered by a wet, dry, or gel battery. The battery type determines whether the battery must be removed for transit in the airplane (gel typically does not need to be removed).

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Santa Fe, New Mexico, USA

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11:13:2009

Santa Fe: Overview

OVERVIEW

Santa Fe is the capital of New Mexico and is full of culture. The city has a high concentration of artists, and is known for its creativity and culture and is a wonderful place for a disabled holiday. Santa Fe has been designated a UNESCO Creative City. The city also has a strong Native American and Spanish history – represented by its historic downtown.

For more information on accessible features you can contact Joseph Lujan, the ADA Coordinator of Santa Fe (1-505-955-5743) or Dee, the ADA Coordinator for the State of New Mexico (1-505-476-0414) There is also information at the New Mexico’s Governor’s Commission on Disability: 1 877 696-1470

LANGUAGE

The official language of the United States is English.

CURRENCY

The official currency of the United States is the US dollar.

QUICKLINKS

LOGISTICS: Air – Water – Ground
ACCOMMODATIONS: Hotels – Resorts
ENTERTAINMENT: Tours – Activities – Restaurants & Nightlife
EMERGENCY SERVICES: Hospitals – Medical Equipment
ABILITYTIPS: Precautions

Santa Fe: Logistics

AIR TRANSPORTATION/AIRPORT

Albuquerque International Sunport: The Albuquerque International airport is the most popular way to fly into Santa Fe even though it’s an hour drive away. There are elevators located in the parking structure for easy access and there are also elevators in the terminals that access all three levels of the airport. The airport has wheelchair accessible restrooms with accessible stall, no family/companion bathrooms. There is also Braille signage throughout the airport and TDD offered for people with hearing impairments.

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GROUND TRANSPORTATION

Wheelchair getaways of New Mexico: Wheelchair Getaways is located in Albuquerque, NM and offers accessible Van Rentals/Sales for wheelchair or scooters: Call or email: 505 247-2626 / 800 408-2626 wgimsnm@aol.com

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TAXI

Capital City Cab: Capital City Cab serves the Santa Fe area. Please note that they do not have wheelchair accessible vehicles in their fleet of vehicles. Dispatch: 505 438-0000

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SHUTTLE

Sandia Shuttle: Is a shuttle service, but at this time does not have vehicles equipped with a lift or ramp for wheelchair access.

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BUS

Santa Fe Trails Bus Service: Santa Fe Trails Bus Services is a public bus and all buses are equipped with a lift or ramp for easy access. However, at this point not all stops are accessible, although the Mayor’s Committee on Disabilities has identified the stops that are in need of alteration and they continue to work on this issue. If you’re unable to ride the Santa Fe Trails Bus due to accessibility, the Santa Fe Ride provides curb-to curb paratransit for individuals with a disability, or who are unable to use the buses. For more information call or email: 505 955-2001

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TRAIN (Light Rail)

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TRAIN (Heavy Rail)

New Mexico Rail Runner Express: “The Rail Runner is wheelchair accessible. While waiting for the train to arrive, passengers should wait at the highest point called the “mini hi”. When the train arrives, a ramp will be set out for easy boarding. All NM Rail Runner Express stops are wheelchair accessible. A passenger can remain in their wheelchair onboard the train, and the conductor will help secure the chair with safety straps. Please ask the conductor for assistance if needed. Train restrooms are also wheelchair accessible.” Irma, 10/24/2009

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Santa Fe: Accommodations

HOTELS

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Santa Fe: Entertainment

SIGHTSEEING TOURS

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ACTIVITIES

Santa Fe Creative Tourism: New Mexico is known for its artistic culture and has been designated a UNESCO creative city. This website lists a variety of artists and organizations that offer ways for you to experience the culture first hand. For questions regarding specific questions about accessibility, please contact the organizations and artists listed on the Santa Fe Creative Tourism website directly.

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