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ENAT Launches European Accessible Tourism Directory

December 10, 2015

The European Network for Accessible Tourism (ENAT) recently launched a new online accessible tourism directory. Named for the Greek work for everywhere, Pantou (www.pantou.org) includes tour operators and other suppliers who provide accessible services for Europe-inbound travelers. Pantou … Read More

easyJet Adds Wheelchair Accessible Lavatories

October 26, 2015

Although not generally known for their outstanding access, easyJet recently announced that they will equip all of their new A320 planes with Space Flex 2 accessible lavatories. This unique feature is only offered by Airbus, and it allows two standard … Read More

Uber Sued for Failing to Provide Wheelchair-Accessible Vehicles

September 23, 2015

Ride-sharing giant Uber has been officially called to task for failing to accommodate disabled passengers across the country. In a number of separate lawsuits, plaintiffs claim that Uber drivers violated the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) when they either flat … Read More

Virgin Australia Changes Attendant Policy

June 6, 2015

As the result of a complaint by a passenger who was unable to take advantage of a discounted fare, Virgin Australia has changed their attendant policy. Previously passengers had to provide the name of their attendant at the time of … Read More

DOJ Unveils New Online ADA Complaint Form

June 6, 2015

Late this spring, the Department of Justice (DOJ) made filing an Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) complaint easier, with the introduction of a new electronic ADA complaint form. The form is located on the DOJ website, and once it’s submitted … Read More

New Wheelchair-Accessible Toilets Debut in UK

June 6, 2015

The Manchester Airport is the newest site for the installation of a Changing Places suite, a new high needs accessible family restroom. Each suite includes a ceiling track lift with ample room on each side of the toilet for an … Read More

Pittsburgh Nabs NEA Grant

March 6, 2015

The Greater Pittsburgh Arts council recently announced the receipt of a $35,000 Art Works grant from the National Endowment of the Arts (NEA), to support the “Increase Accessibility in Pittsburgh Arts and Culture” initiative. A national model of its kind, … Read More

EU Accessible Air Travel Regulations Strengthened

March 6, 2015

Under EU regulations, airlines are required to provide disabled travelers with wheelchair assistance in airports, and assistance with boarding and disembarking the aircraft. As of December 1, 2014, the UK’s Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) has the full legal authority to … Read More

Disney Disability Suit Moves Forward

January 6, 2015

Early this fall a federal judge transferred a discrimination lawsuit against Walt Disney Parks and Resorts from California to Florida, after a Disney attorney argued for the transfer. The suit alleges that Disney’s new Disability Access Service discriminates against autistic … Read More

EU Study Reveals Impact of Accessible Tourism

January 6, 2015

The results of a recently released EU study pointed out the potential of accessible tourism in the region. The research, which was conducted by Dr Victoria Eichhorn, Dr Gang Li, Professor Graham Miller and Dr Jason Chen, from the University … Read More

ADA Fines Raised

September 6, 2014

On March 28, 2014 the Department of Justice released a final rule that raises the fines for Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) violations assessed or enforced by the Civil Division. The increase was made to adjust for inflation, and applies … Read More

NYC Announces Plan to Finance Wheelchair Accessible Taxis

September 6, 2014

Earlier this year New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio approved a 30-cent surcharge on all yellow and street hail livery taxi rides, as a plan to fund their conversions to wheelchair-accessible taxis. Late last year the Bloomberberg administration announced … Read More

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In The News

In The News

ENAT Launches European Accessible Tourism Directory

easyJet Adds Wheelchair Accessible Lavatories

Virgin Australia Changes Attendant Policy

DOJ Unveils New Online ADA Complaint Form

New Wheelchair-Accessible Toilets Debut in UK

Pittsburgh Nabs NEA Grant

EU Accessible Air Travel Regulations Strengthened

Disney Disability Suit Moves Forward

EU Study Reveals Impact of Accessible Tourism

ADA Fines Raised

NYC Announces Plan to Finance Wheelchair Accessible Taxis

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