Explore More Freely: California Debuts Accessibility Hub for Inclusive Travel
California Launches Accessibility Hub to Empower Inclusive Travel Across the Golden State California has long drawn travelers with its legendary coastlines, laid-back vibes, and endless mix of adventure, culture, and entertainment. Now, the state is taking bold steps to ensure those experiences are more accessible to all — including travelers with disabilities. To support […]
Disability Destinations: Creating a New Paradigm in Accessible Travel for Disabled Families
Imagine searching for a wheelchair accessible holiday cottage and finding a five-bed, hoist-ready home with profiling beds, wet-rooms, and EV charging. Or picture a coastal accessible beach house with ceiling lifts, a pool hoist, and sensory features for children with ASD. With Disability Destinations, those dreams are just clicks away.
Celebrating Disability Pride Month: History, Meaning, and Events
Disability Pride Month July is Disability Pride Month! It is a month to celebrate being disabled, people who are disabled, and/or the achievements of the disabled community—it’s up to each individual to decide why they celebrate Disability Pride Month. For centuries, throughout society, people were isolated, ridiculed, or even killed for their disability status. […]
Wheelchair Users Face New Challenges as Airlines Fight Accessibility Rule
Wheelchair Users Face New Challenges as Airlines Fight Accessibility Rule UPDATE: As of October 2025, U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) to delay enforcement of key wheelchair-travel protections for another 15 months. Editor’s note: This article was inspired by a recent report in The New York Times (June 20, 2025) on airlines’ legal challenges to […]
This Hotel Will Change Everything We Know About Accessible Accommodation!
Morgan’s Hotel: Game-Changing Inclusive Accommodation Coming in Late 2026 Table of Contents A groundbreaking new hotel is set to redefine inclusive hospitality in San Antonio, Texas. Opening in late 2026, Morgan’s Hotel promises to deliver a world-class example of accessible design, welcoming guests of all abilities from around the globe. (Catch the tabifolk Talks interview […]
U.S. Airlines Challenge New Disability Travel Rule
U.S. Airlines Challenge New Disability Travel Rule A group of leading U.S. airlines is pushing back against a recently implemented federal regulation designed to enhance the travel experience for passengers with disabilities. American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, JetBlue, Southwest Airlines, United Airlines, and their industry association, Airlines for America (A4A), have filed a petition with […]
Delight in the Sky: Emirates’ Journey Toward Autism Certification
Delight in the Sky: Emirates’ Journey Toward Autism Certification Emirates is setting a new benchmark for accessible travel as it works to become the first Autism Certified Airline, partnering with the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES). This move aims to create a more inclusive flying experience for individuals with autism and […]
DOT’s New Protections for Airline Passengers with Disabilities: What You Need to Know
DOT’s New Protections for Airline Passengers with Disabilities: What You Need to Know Editor’s Note (January 16, 2025): This post was originally published in December 2024, ahead of the implementation of the U.S. Department of Transportation’s groundbreaking new protections for airline passengers with disabilities. As of today, these long-awaited rules are officially in effect, marking […]
Celebrating Disability Leaders and Trailblazers This International Day
Celebrating Leaders and Trailblazers on International Day of Persons with Disabilities “International Day of….” Three simple words that precede a vast array of topics and demographics, each enjoying its moment of recognition and celebration. Some of these days verge on the silly or trivial, like “International Day of Awesomeness” (March 10th) or “International Beer Lover’s […]
Emirates Shines At The AccessAbilities Expo 2024 With Cutting-Edge Accessibility Innovations
Emirates Shines At The AccessAbilities Expo 2024 With Cutting-Edge Accessibility Innovations Skip to a section: Emirates Airlines recently demonstrated its commitment to inclusive travel at the 6th AccessAbilities Expo in Dubai, showcasing a range of services and products designed to make air travel more accessible for people with disabilities. The event, the largest of its […]