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**Sparrowly Group releases latest edition of Accessible and Inclusive Tourism Paper** On today’s United Nations International Day of Persons with Disabilities, we are excited to release our 2024 edition of the Accessible and Inclusive Tourism paper, Creating Real Inclusion: A Call to Arms to the Tourism Industry. This year’s paper dives deep into key themes like inclusive place design, responsive experiences and digital accessibility, featuring case studies from businesses leading the way. It also offers practical tools and insights to help tourism operators co-design experiences that truly welcome visitors of all abilities. At Sparrowly Group, we believe inclusion is not just about compliance - it’s about creating unforgettable, authentic experiences for all. We want to thank everyone who has supported us over the years in our work. As well as thank the operators who are featured in this edition for their time and input as we worked on this year's release. We welcome your feedback, questions and news of how your destination or business is working towards access and inclusion for all and we encourage you to share this with your colleagues and friends. Together we can make Australia the most welcoming, accessible and inclusive destination in the world. Download the paper here and share with your network - https://lnkd.in/gCaE6cT #AccessibleTourism #InclusiveTourism #TourismForAll #CreatingRealInclusion

On this United Nations International Day of Persons with Disabilities, we are delighted to share Sparrowly Group’s 2024 edition of the Accessible and Inclusive Tourism paper, Creating Real Inclusion: A Call to Arms to the Tourism Industry. This paper explores key themes like inclusive place design, responsive experiences, and digital accessibility, highlighting inspiring case studies of businesses championing progress in the industry. At Sparrowly Group, we believe inclusion is not just about compliance—it’s about creating unforgettable, authentic experiences for all. Download the paper here and share it with your network - https://lnkd.in/gk9qvAB9.

"Disabled people are disenfranchised by our industry as it’s neither accessible nor inclusive.” This article explores why travel is inaccessible for #disabled people, and what needs to be invested to meet the needs of travellers: https://zurl.co/ouP2 #Travel #Accessibility

With 16 million disabled people in the UK, we’ve been supporting tourism businesses across England to make their business more accessible and inclusive. This year our free online #AccessibleAndInclusiveTourism Toolkit for Businesses - launched in December 2023 - had over 43,000 page views, helping businesses looking to access a market with an estimated spending power of £14.6 billion. We led a UK and Ireland-wide project to identify the features people with accessibility requirements search for when looking for places to stay and visit. The project created a list of key accessibility features that would drive greater consistency in how top-level accessibility information is presented on both tourism listing websites and tourism business websites. We also joined forces with AccessAble to promote their Detailed Access Guides to English tourism businesses, as part of our commitment to enabling quality accessibility information for tourists. A new information and booking portal was launched and generous discounts offered in recognition of cost of business pressures. In 2025, we’re we’re looking forward to working with Local Visitor Economy Partnerships #LVEPs through our LVEP Accessibility Support Programme, helping to develop and promote tourism destinations that people with a wide range of accessibility requirements can enjoy. See our accessibility resources: https://lnkd.in/e4WYrRCS Find out more about #LVEPs: https://lnkd.in/ePnArdFe #Accessibility #AccessibleTourism #BusinessSupport #TourismBusiness #EnglishTourism #BusinessGrowth #Toolkit #LocalVisitorEconomyPartnerships

**Sparrowly Group releases latest edition of Accessible and Inclusive Tourism Paper** On today’s United Nations International Day of Persons with Disabilities, we are excited to release our 2024 edition of the Accessible and Inclusive Tourism paper, Creating Real Inclusion: A Call to Arms to the Tourism Industry. This year’s paper dives deep into key themes like inclusive place design, responsive experiences and digital accessibility, featuring case studies from businesses leading the way. It also offers practical tools and insights to help tourism operators co-design experiences that truly welcome visitors of all abilities. At Sparrowly Group, we believe inclusion is not just about compliance - it’s about creating unforgettable, authentic experiences for all. We want to thank everyone who has supported us over the years in our work. As well as thank the operators who are featured in this edition for their time and input as we worked on this year's release. We welcome your feedback, questions and news of how your destination or business is working towards access and inclusion for all and we encourage you to share this with your colleagues and friends. Together we can make Australia the most welcoming, accessible and inclusive destination in the world. Download the paper here and share with your network - https://lnkd.in/gKzRtQQu #AccessibleTourism #InclusiveTourism #TourismForAll #CreatingRealInclusion

We are thrilled to announce our partnerships and initiatives to enhance accessibility at this year’s Accessible and Inclusive Tourism Conference - AITCAP 2024 (getaboutable.com) 🎉 🔹 Barista Communication Boards: Our Communication Access team are providing barista communication boards for coffee carts, making ordering a hot drink a breeze for everyone. Designed by industry professionals and subject matter experts, these boards include 20 different images and phrases, ensuring a diverse range of customers can access your business. 🔹 Accessible Information: Our Accessible Information team has translated the Conference Program, Accessibility Guide, and Where to Stay Guide into Easy Read. This initiative ensures that our documents benefit the 44% of people living in Australia with low literacy, including individuals with disabilities, people from CALD backgrounds, and older Australians. At Scope, we believe Accessible Communication is Good Communication. Join us in promoting accessibility and inclusivity at this year’s conference! Together, we can make information clear, simple, and accessible for all. #Accessibility #InclusiveCommunication #TourismConference #CustomerExperience #CommunicationAccess #EasyRead #Scope

PrideNomad Travel Tip: Travel with a buddy or make sure to inform someone trustworthy about your travel plans. This ensures that someone knows where you are, especially in unfamiliar destinations. It's not just about safety; having someone in the loop can also give you peace of mind, allowing you to enjoy your journey with confidence. Safe travels! 🌍✨ For more Digital Nomad Tips SUBSCRIBE to our FREE Newsletter: 👉 pridenomad.com/l #PrideNomad #PrideNomadLetter #LGBTQTravel #DigitalNomad #Travel #TravelTips 

At Atlas Outdoor, we believe that travel is more than just exploring new destinations—it’s about connecting with people, understanding diverse cultures, and promoting equality and respect. This December, as we observe International Human Rights Month, we reaffirm our commitment to creating meaningful travel experiences that uphold these values. From supporting local communities and women-led cooperatives to fostering cultural exchange through authentic interactions, we aim to make a positive impact on the lives of those we encounter. Every step we take in promoting sustainable and responsible tourism is a step toward a fairer and more inclusive world. Together, let’s celebrate the power of understanding and unity that transcends borders. Because travel isn’t just about seeing the world—it’s about making it better. #InternationalHumanRightsMonth #TravelWithPurpose #AtlasOutdoor #Sustainability #HumanRights

We like to practice what we preach... Training in accessibility and inclusion in tourism by @red_turismo_accesible_cr FUNDEPREDI UNED According to the World Health Organization, about 16% of the global population experience significant disability. Accessibility and tourism are both human rights and being prepared to give the best travel experience is our main goal.

PrideNomad Travel Tip: Travel with a buddy or make sure to inform someone trustworthy about your travel plans. This ensures that someone knows where you are, especially in unfamiliar destinations. It's not just about safety; having someone in the loop can also give you peace of mind, allowing you to enjoy your journey with confidence. Safe travels! 🌍✨ For more Digital Nomad Tips SUBSCRIBE to our FREE Newsletter: 👉 pridenomad.com/l #PrideNomad #PrideNomadLetter #LGBTQTravel #DigitalNomad #Travel #TravelTips