Disability and Travel

Disability is no longer a contraindication for travel and those with chronic illness or physical disabilities are finding it increasingly easy to move to most places on the globe.

• Wheelchairs and aircraft seating need to be arranged well before travel
• For those with low vision, special arrangements need to be made for guide dogs
• If your hearing is reduced, use visual cues in order to avoid accidents from quiet vehicles such as electric luggage trolleys at airports and bus stations
• Travellers with chronic illness or immunodeficiency (such as with diabetes or on medication for organ transplants) need to carry a letter from their doctor detailing their medical conditions and medications
• People with intellectual disability need to be self-sufficient or accompanied by someone familiar with their needs
• Continuous oxygen can be arranged for the appropriate medical indications such as chronic airways disease
• Carry a Medic-alert tag
• Obtain information on medical facilities in the area you will visit.

There are many resources now available both in print and on the web to help organise a trouble free trip.