Checklist

FAQs

• Destination | Does the destination have wheelchair access?

  • Consider going somewhere you have visited before for your first trip after your spinal injury
  • Research accessibility online
  • Plan ahead

• Destination | Can you travel independently?

  • Travel with a friend who is:
    • Trustworthy
    • Strong enough to push or move you
    • Confident enough to deal with difficulties
    • Able to adapt if things don’t go to plan
  • Consider using a personal assistance agency
  • Be assertive about your needs

• Destination | What reviews are available for this destination?

  • Read wheelchair users’ travel blogs
  • Be mindful of your own specific needs

• Accommodation | Is the hotel able to guarantee a disabled access room?

  • Research deals carefully
  • Contact the hotel directly
  • Consider playing it safe by staying at large chain hotels

• Accommodation | Does the room include a wheelchair accessible bathroom and a suitable bed?

  • Ensure shower facilities are suitable
  • Ask for photos of the room
  • Make sure you have the right bed
  • Ask if you require a hoist

• Accommodation | Are there any hotel facilities which you will not be able to access?

  • Check accessibility of leisure facilities
  • Check if there is an accessible toilet at reception

• Accommodation | What reviews are available for this hotel?

  • Read about how the rooms measure up in practice
  • Discover new tips

• Activities | What accessible facilities do local restaurants and cafes have?

  • Plan where to eat in advance to avoid disappointment
  • If you’d rather be spontaneous, be prepared to ask for assistance

• Activities | What are the main accessibility considerations for city breaks?

  • Consider using a specialist tour operator
  • Plan airport transfers

• Activities | What are the main accessibility considerations for beach holidays?

  • Consider using a FreeWheel (or similar)
  • Try renting a beach wheelchair

• Activities | What activities do people with similar disabilities recommend?

  • Learn how others managed online
  • Use their tips and advice to plan ahead and give you an idea of budget