United Spinal Association’s Able to Travel program showcased its expertise in booking accessible vacations and business trips during the Abilities Expo–which took place February 17-19–in Atlanta, Georgia.
Able to Travel hosted a workshop during Saturday’s Expo festivities, guiding attendees through the process of planning an accessible trip.
During the workshop, Mary Peterson, CTC, who works as Able to Travel’s accessible travel consultant, explained the ins and outs of the Air Carrier Access Act which prohibits commercial airlines from discriminating against passengers with disabilities.
She also delved into the 2010 ADA Standards–federal regulations responsible for increasing accessibility to hotels and other travel destinations.
Mary Peterson, accessible travel consultant for Able to Travel offers tips to travelers with disabilities during her presentation at the Abilities Expo-Atlanta.
Further, Peterson offered up some helpful tips, including info on how to prepare for airport security checkpoints and highlighted important mandates from the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) to be aware of.
“I really enjoy attending the Abilities shows. It gives me the opportunity to help many travelers that have had difficulty planning accessible trips in the past. It feels great to be able to change their perspective on traveling with a disability, especially if they use a wheelchair or have other mobility concerns,” Peterson says.
“It’s also exciting to get a chance to meet past clients in person. Many are so appreciative of the support Able to Travel has offered over the years. And that makes my job so worth it,” she adds.
Much of the material Peterson presented can be found in United Spinal Association’s highly informative booklet on accessible air travel. Download your free copy.
Able to Travel will be hosting workshops at all of this year’s remaining Abilities Expos. For more info, visit www.abilitiesexpo.com.
