Accessible Travel News in 2026 – 1
32 articles 13 countries 16 authors
It is not always the way to go – forward that is. To pause and reflect, look back once in a while to see how far you have come. Traveling the world through different eyes, is a little bit magical every time we do it. Reading about accessible Fiji, or projects in Iran, the best accessible beaches in Portugal, or what accessible means in Africa, and then on to accessible accommodation in Guatemala and some really insightful, inspiring articles to read.
The first half of 2026 has brought about an amazing collection.
January
Accessible Favorite by Public Vote 2026
In 2026 the Accessible Favorite will be…
The 6th Favorite will be voted for this year. This international award is a clear shoutout to a person, an organization or a company receiving the public vote..
Travel helped me find myself again
Anyone familiar with retinitis pigmentosa knows just how progressive it is, and how seeing becomes more challenging with each passing year. My symptoms began with light sensitivity, struggling to see properly in very bright or very dark environments
Top 80 the best Accessible Travel Social Media
The best Accessible Travel Social Media: Facebook groups. YouTube channels. Magazines.
Accessible Travel Facebookgroups and pages, Youtube channels, podcasts and magazines. A sublime selection of great sources around the world. Pick your favorites! We simply call it: the list.
Open Doors Organization – United States
Eric Lipp is the Executive Director of Open Doors Organization, which he founded in 2000. His work is grounded in his personal experience with the challenges people with disabilities face in everyday life.
February
Traveling as an Act of Self-Care
It goes without saying that a large part of travel involves planning and preparation, especially for those who choose to go solo.
For disabled travelers, that planning often starts long before tickets are booked, and it tends to carry a little more weight..
Amsterdam
Magnificent architecture, some city parks and almost 1 million people living in the capital of the Netherlands. Somehow, most people who live there go everywhere by bike.
Kentucky
Williamstown
the Ark Encounter. Accessibility information here.
Tactile experiences are approximately one hour in length and include interaction with assorted items from the Ark exhibits as well as with live animals from the Ararat Ridge Zoo. Reserve your spot.
The Ark Encounter attraction is fully ADA compliant.
Innovation in Inclusive Tourism in Iran
Practical Models from a Developing Destination
This article combines field-based experience with national-level analysis and highlights low-cost, collaborative innovation models in inclusive tourism.
When Leadership Is Forced to Recalibrate
When Leadership Is Forced to Recalibrate
A few days ago, marked the third anniversary of my Stroke. Three years.
Not just time passed, but a cycle completed.
March
The Accessibility Problem,
We Keep Forgetting.
In 1885, a German psychologist named Hermann Ebbinghaus uncovered an uncomfortable truth about human behaviour. We forget — fast..
Accessibility Redefined
This is the story of Rrajesh Patil, founder of Acc-Red (Accessibility Redefined), based in Mumbai.
Accessible Travel in Africa
Accessible Travel in Africa: Why Honest Communication Matters More Than Perfect Infrastructure (Part 1).
Accessible Travel in Africa: Why Honest Communication Matters More Than Perfect Infrastructure (Part 1)
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Awards of Excellence 2027
Every other year the Accessible Travel Foundation hands out a digital token of appreciation to accessible travel champions around the world.
April
Healing Without Borders: A Journey Through Alternative Paths
For 28 years, I worked in the automotive industry. Structured. Predictable. Grounded in logic and systems. It gave me stability, purpose, and a way to contribute. But if I’m honest, it didn’t give me healing.
What Nobody Tells You About Accessible Travel in Africa
Africa does not offer one version of accessibility. In Africa accessibility cannot be standardised. It must be understood, adapted, and — most importantly — discussed before arrival
Beyond the Golden Cage
What’s striking is how often accessibility is treated as an extra, something to be unlocked, instead of something that should already be there. As if moving through the world on equal terms were a premium feature.
Breaking Barriers from Costa Rica: Accessible Tourism and a Queen Redefining Beauty
In a country renowned for its biodiversity, another kind of richness is flourishing today: inclusion. Il Viaggio Travel promotes real opportunities so that everyone can enjoy experiences that once seemed out of reach.
Disabled Passengers Are Flying business Missing From Airline Safety Instructions
In over 30 international flights since my stroke, I’ve never once been told what I should do in an emergency evacuation as a disabled passenger.
May
Start Small, Win Big
When it comes to travel… bigger isn’t always better.
In fact, a short, calm, and successful break close to home is far more powerful than a long, overwhelming trip further away. Why? Because positive experiences build confidence.
CAPE TOWN – South Africa Rolling Through the Mother City
Rolling Through the Mother City
A Wheelchair & Mobility Guide to Cape Town, South Africa
May marks Stroke Awareness Month
Three and a half years ago, I had an ischemic stroke.
Before that day, I lived what many leaders would recognise as a high-performance life. International career. Constant travel. Endless meetings. Early morning runs. Full calendars. Productivity measured almost as self-worth.
The Sea for Everyone
Friuli Venezia Giulia region in Italy – the inclusive experiential and sports initiatives organized by Tiliaventum-Sea4All in Lignano City continue to grow in popularity, much to the delight of participants.
Accessible Ocean Tourism
While beaches, marine parks, island destinations, and coastal tourism economies continue to expand globally, accessible ocean tourism remains underdeveloped in policy frameworks, tourism infrastructure, and hospitality education.
Deaf Accessible Tourism
Deaf Accessible Tourism Launches Inclusive Travel Experiences Across Italy and Europe
Florence, Italy Deaf Accessible Tourism (DAT), a division of Da Vinci Travels / Yana Viaggi, proudly announces its mission to redefine travel accessibility for Deaf and hard-of-hearing travelers worldwide
June
Accessible Fiji
Bula and sunny greetings from Fiji! Accessible Fiji is part of the Rosie Travel Group in Fiji. We are a 50 year old, family-owned inbound destination management company operating across Fiji and the Pacific Islands.
Sun, Sea and Accessibility: Three Beaches Near Lisbon Worth Discovering
Blessed with more than 300 days of sunshine per year, it is no surprise that the beach is an essential part of the Portuguese lifestyle and one of the country’s main attractions for visitors from around the world.
As someone who has spent many years helping travellers with accessibility needs explore Portugal, I am often asked the same question: which accessible beaches near Lisbon would you recommend?
Cádiz Beaches: Should I stay or should I go?
I am 32, stubborn as hell, in love with sunsets, legally blind, and deeply suspicious of anyone who says a beach is “accessible” before I’ve face-planted into three inches of decorative gravel trying to reach it.
Eco-Guest House Moving Up: The Only Fully Accessible Hotel in Guatemala
A fully accessible hotel in the Western Highlands of Guatemala – guest blog by Lisa Bernfeld
Opening the Ocean to Everyone
How Accessible Marine Education Can Transform Lives for disabled students travelling on remote Islands
