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Improving hotel accessibility through 36 steps

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Gabriel N. Toggenburg’s May 13, 2023 article outlines 36 measures to enhance accessibility in hotels and accommodations, emphasizing the societal benefits of inclusive design.

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Gabriel N. Toggenburg

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Albania

Armenia

Austria

Belgium

Bosnia and Herzegovina

Bulgaria

Croatia

Cyprus

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Estonia

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Serbia

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Spain

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Türkiye

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Academic/Research and VET Institutions

Consumer / tourist organisation

Cultural and Heritage Organisations

Destination Management & Marketing Organisations

Industry Associations and Chambers of Commerce

International Organisations

Media/Travel Journalist Organisations

Networks and Federations / Confederations

NGOs / Non-profits

SMEs (a company with less than 250 employees)

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    • Adventure tourism

    • Coastal, maritime and inland water tourism

    • Cultural tourism

    • Ecotourism

    • Education tourism

    • Festival tourism

    • Gastronomy tourism

    • Health and medical tourism

    • MICE tourism

    • Mountain tourism

    • Religious tourism

    • Rural tourism

    • Sports tourism

    • Urban/city tourism

    • Wellness tourism

  • Transition Pathway Strategic Areas

    • Accessible tourism services

    • Best practices, peer learning and networking

    • Well-being of residents

  • Business activities

    • Hotel and similar accommodation

    • Restaurants, cafes and bars (Food and Beverage serving activities)

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Gabriel N. Toggenburg's article, published on May 13, 2023, outlines 36 measures to improve accessibility in hotels and accommodations. The article emphasizes that truly accessible accommodations are rare and highlights the societal need for inclusive design. It covers structural and design elements, such as wheelchair-accessible entrances, braille controls, zero-threshold showers, and accessible kitchens and bedrooms. The article argues that accessibility benefits everyone, not just individuals with disabilities, and underscores the importance of societal responsibility in overcoming accessibility barriers. This is significant for promoting inclusivity and improving the travel experience for people with varying mobility needs.

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