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• Thank you Craig - excellent material (2012-02-08)
   

  Thank you Craig - excellent material (Hartmut Smikac via TfA news exchange floor)
  
  
• 22 to 25 March, 2012. Vicenza, Italy. The Gitando Fair brings together… (2012-02-07)
  

  22 to 25 March, 2012. Vicenza, Italy. The Gitando Fair brings together accessible tourism providers and buyers, with presentations, workshops, equipment to see and test, an international co... (Hartmut Smikac via TfA news exchange floor)
  
  
• This is an interesting article and I think it is really worth to be recommended (2012-02-07)
  

  Stairs without lifts, books without Braille prints, communication devoid of sign language…there still pervades a reign of inaccessibility. More than 50 million disabled people in our country till this date, live like slaves.. People with impairments still remain oppressed…Oppressed by negative s... (Hartmut Smikac via TfA news exchange floor)
  
  
• Dimitios recommends interesting reading matter - not only for cold winter days.… (2012-02-07)
  

  Dimitios recommends interesting reading matter - not only for cold winter days. Many thanks for this recommendation !
  Best Practice in Accessible Tourism: Inclusion, Disability, Ageing Population and Tourism (Aspects of Tourism): Amazon.co.uk: Dimitrios Buhalis, Simon Darcy, Ivor Ambrose: Books (Hartmut Smikac via TfA news exchange floor)
  
  
• I came back from very snowy Roma where I organised the tour for the group of… (2012-02-05)
   

  I came back from very snowy Roma where I organised the tour for the group of 42 disabled people in the wheelchairs and slow walkers unfortunately at this time. It wouldn't be anything special about it but during the last two days the city was completed paralised - no public transport, shops and schools closed. It is said that similar situation was 30 years ago. We reached the airport because we had a polish driver who knew how to drive in such weather conditions. The flight to Warsaw was cancelled but the All Italia provided us with the new flight so we could come back home only with 2 hours delayed. That was a new experience to me. (Margaret Tokarska via TfA news exchange floor)
  
  
• Many thanks Dimitrios for pointing out this interesting report. (2012-02-05)
  

  European Tourism in 2011 - Trends & Prospects (Q4/2011)Brussels, 30 January 2012.  The European Travel Commission (ETC) has just published its fourth quarterly report on European Tourism in 2011 - Trends & Prospects.The following gives a brief overview of the report for the fourth quarter of 2011.Th (Hartmut Smikac via TfA news exchange floor)
  
  
• Interesting information (2012-02-01)
  

  http://www.handicap.fr - Braille et culture lance " Céci'T ", le premier guide touristique à destination des personnes handicapées visuelles. Gratuit, téléchargeable et interactif... 230 adresses qui permettent de parcourir la France du bout des doigts... (Hartmut Smikac via TfA news exchange floor)
  
  
• Many thanks to Bill for this interesting material (2012-02-01)
  

  Inclusive Tourism Marketing Toolkit Workbook for collecting key information on Accommodation and Resorts Prepared by Travability Pty. Ltd. P (Hartmut Smikac via TfA news exchange floor)
  
  
• ENAT reports: Tripbod Embraces Accessible Tourism… (2012-01-27)
  

  ENAT reports: Tripbod Embraces Accessible Tourism (http://www.accessibletourism.org/?i=enat.en.news.1264)
  Tourism for All UK is teaming up with the global travel community website Tripbod.com. The aim is to find as many local people as possible with a knowledge of accessibility in their area to... (Hartmut Smikac via TfA news exchange floor)
  
  
• many thanks to Scott for this interesting advice for American passengers or all… (2012-01-25)
  

  many thanks to Scott for this interesting advice for American passengers or all other passengers travelling to and from the United States.
  Below is a table summary of the service offered by each of the airlines listed for people with disabilities. Each airline is linked to their published data reproduced on our site for your convenience. For the latest data always check with their web site or reservations staff. As we have seen from re... (Hartmut Smikac via TfA news exchange floor)
  
  
• It is real good information that Craig offers in Experience Community. See more… (2012-01-26)
  

  It is real good information that Craig offers in Experience Community. See more on: http://www.experiencecommunity.co.uk/
  Experience Community enables disabled and older people to enjoy a programme of inspiring, challenging, interesting outdoor and indoor day trips. We believe that with the right practical support, everyone can enjoy stimulating, adventurous experiences. (Hartmut Smikac via TfA news exchange floor)
  
  
• ENAT informs: Accessible Tourism Award for Polibienestar Research Institute at… (2012-01-26)
  

  ENAT informs: Accessible Tourism Award for Polibienestar Research Institute at University of Valencia, Spain. please read more on ENAT website: http://www.accessibletourism.org/?i=enat.en.news.1263
  The University of Antonio de Nebrija and Fundación ACS have awarded Polibienestar Research Institute with the prize 'Turismo Accesible' (Accessible Tourism) for research on the health benef... (Hartmut Smikac via TfA news exchange floor)
  
  
• I was interviewed by the BBC regarding easyJet's treatment of a wheelchair user… (2012-01-19)
  

  I was interviewed by the BBC regarding easyJet's treatment of a wheelchair user at Gatwick Airport. The item about #easyJet & #disabled ppl can be found from 10 mins, 15 seconds at: South Today: 18/01/2012 http://bbc.in/x15oGf - but I'm not sure if you can see this link outside the UK.
  The latest news, sport, weather and features from the South of England. (Brian Seaman via TfA news exchange floor)
  
  
• Many thanks to Scott for recommending this article (2012-01-18)
  

  Derbyshire, the dramatically enchanting county, is indeed a fantastic and accessible travel destination for everyone to rest and enjoy. (Hartmut Smikac via TfA news exchange floor)
  
  
• From TFA UK newsletter: TFA CEO Jenifer Littman recently took part recently in… (2012-01-18)
  

  From TFA UK newsletter: TFA CEO Jenifer Littman recently took part recently in a transatlantic interview for 'Tourism Tim' Warren, who runs a global network of tourism professionals. Watch the corresponding video after clicking on this link: http://www.travelbusinesssuccess.com/2011-tourism-makes-a-difference%C2%A9-awards-call-for-entry/
  2011 Tourism Makes a Difference© 2011 Call for Entry and submission guidelines. Win a $500 Tourism Marketing Success Program and be featured on Travel Business Success.com (Hartmut Smikac via TfA news exchange floor)
  
  
• ENAT informs: Hearing at the European Parliament on Accessible Tourism in… (2012-01-17)
  

  ENAT informs: Hearing at the European Parliament on Accessible Tourism in Brussels at 9th of February 2012. See more on: http://www.accessibletourism.org/?i=enat.en.events.1261
  Brussels, Belgium 9 February 2012. The Group of the European People's Party (Christian Democrats) in the European Parliament is organising this Hearing, with the participation of Members of... (Hartmut Smikac via TfA news exchange floor)
  
  
• Also read on ENAT website: Open Conference on the European Tourism Quality… (2012-01-17)
  

  Also read on ENAT website: Open Conference on the European Tourism Quality Label i8n Brussels at 25th of January 2012. Please read more on: http://www.accessibletourism.org/?i=enat.en.events.1260
  Brussels, Belgium 25 January 2012. After several rounds of consultations with actors and stakeholders in the tourism sector, the European Commission invites discussion on the possible shape... (Hartmut Smikac via TfA news exchange floor)
  
  
• Cresaçor – Regional Cooperative of Solidary Economy promotes inclusive… (2012-01-16)
  

  Cresaçor – Regional Cooperative of Solidary Economy promotes inclusive tourism in the Azores, offering comprehensive vacation packages accessible to people with special needs with accommoda... (Hartmut Smikac via TfA news exchange floor)
  
  
• Access to beaches, recommendend by Scott. Many thanks for this handy hint… (2012-01-16)
  

  Access to beaches, recommendend by Scott. Many thanks for this handy hint http://www.ncaonline.org/?q=node%2F741
  NCA does not sell, promote, or endorse any product, service, or vendor listed in the Products Directory. Nor does NCA assume any responsibility or liability related to the accessibility, usability, or application of the products, services, and vendors listed. More info >> (Hartmut Smikac via TfA news exchange floor)
  
  
• Please note: Today I got information about the next presentation of the working… (2012-01-09)
   

  Please note: Today I got information about the next presentation of the working group "Accessible destinations in Germany" which is expected to take place on the occasion of id the Accessibility Day of Berlin tourism fair ITB at 8th of March from 12:45 p.m. till 13:45 p.m. (Hartmut Smikac via TfA news exchange floor)
  
  
• TravelinWheels informs about London as an accessible destination. Read more on:… (2012-01-08)
   

  TravelinWheels informs about London as an accessible destination. Read more on: http://www.travelinwheels.com/guide/generalinformation.aspx?which=gi&lid=London
  Accessibility Guide to London for people with sight, hearing, and mobility disabilities. (Hartmut Smikac via TfA news exchange floor)
  
  
• Another piece of information posted by Scott -many tanks! (2012-01-08)
   

  Another piece of information posted by Scott -many tanks! (Hartmut Smikac via TfA news exchange floor)
  
  
• ITB Berlin convention will present accessible tourism. Read more about tthe… (2012-01-04)
  

  ITB Berlin convention will present accessible tourism. Read more about tthe programme on: http://www.itb-kongress.de/en/ConventionProgram/TerminDetail.jsp?fairID=195662&eventDateId=196647&lang=en
  ITB Berlin Convention is the Leading Travel Industry Think Tank with more than 12.000 participants. National and international high-ranking speakers point out innovative strategies and concepts to provide participants with valuable tutorials. Visitors look forward to several sessions taking place at... (Hartmut Smikac via TfA news exchange floor)
  
  
• Many thanks to Scott for this interesting information (2012-01-03)
  

  Posted by Daniella on Jan 2, 2012 in Activities, Featured Images, Marrakech, Mobility, Morocco, Seniors, Vision | 0 comments (Hartmut Smikac via TfA news exchange floor)