Traveling with a Disability
Dr. Bruno’s Original Post: Holiday (or anytime) travel doesn’t have to be “Handicapped”.
Tips for a Safe, Enjoyable Holiday Trip for Families with Disabilities
“The holiday season is filled with travel as many families drive or fly to spend time with loved ones, but traveling with a disability can create unique challenges for some families. Quinn and Toennis recommend these four tips to help families with disabilities enjoy their holiday travels safely.”
1) Plan, plan, plan – Begin planning at least a month in advance.
2) Be specific when booking lodging – If you plan to stay at a hotel for the holidays, skip the central
reservation line and call the hotel directly to ask for a room that complies with ADA regulations.
3) Talk to your family – When staying with family, call ahead to make sure the room set aside for the
person with a disability will not add extra stress.
4) Communicate at the airport – Call ahead to make sure the airline is aware of what
accommodations you will need for the trip and be clear on what you can and cannot do to avoid
travelling stress.