In United States it is estimated that there are 37.5 million people with disabilities. If you are one of those people who have a disability and you are planning to have an international travel, you need to have an advance plan and a pre visit to your doctor so he/she can prescribe you a medication, or give an advice. In this way you can travel safe and healthy. Here are also some tips that you can use in your travel.
- The first thing that you need to do is to book a ticket for your flight, and the easiest way to book your flight is in the internet. And you should book it in advance so you can travel cheap because you can avail discount from them.
- Make your plans clearly. You should do what would be your next step as possibly as you can. Many airline companies allow patients to carry one wheelchair per plane. Also, you may get accessible wheelchair facility in hotels as well.
- Pack carefully, while packing up your stuffs, it becomes important for you to pack all the important medication that you will need. In addition, you will have to cross check everything that you may require during your trip to your chosen destination. Do not pack everything but make a space for things that you need the most on a smaller scale. As many airlines have a limit on the amount of weight to be carried while boarding the flight. If you any such requirements, it would be better to call the particular airline and check the website.
- Learn about your destination, in order to learn more on accessibility, it would be easier to check the Web sites of concerned hotels and guidebooks for details. Learn if the location has buildings or streets without elevator facility, then it is best not to visit such places.
- You can also get a travel agent who will assist you in your journey. In this way your trip will be easier and no hassle.
- Make sure also that you have your medications with you, or anything that is concern about your health.
- You also need to have a copy of your visa, passbook, Id and some other more that is need in the airport.
The most important tips and advice for you is to enjoy your holiday travel. Enjoy each day and its new adventures, new sights, new culture and the new things to be learnt.