Accessible holidays with MS
If you have a mobility impairment, the accessibility of your accommodation and destination is something important to consider. More and more places are moving towards becoming accessible, but some are still a long way off.
There are some great websites and resources that can help make your search easier - you can even search some of them by your specific accessibility need.
Where to find accessible accommodation, venues and destinations
Some useful starting points when planning an accessible holiday are:
- AccessAble is the new name for Disabled Go. It provides detailed accessibility information about venues which have been independently assessed by their team of surveyors.
- Tourism for All has an online directory of member organisations who promote accessible tourism. This includes accommodation providers in the UK and abroad.
- Shared Care Scotland has information about accessible accommodation for short breaks in Scotland.
- Euan's Guide has access reviews for attractions, accommodation and leisure facilities across the UK. You can also select access needs to narrow down your search, and leave your own reviews.
- Jumbulance Trust is an accessible travel charity for adults and children who are disabled or have a serious or complex health condition.
Wheelchair accessible holidays
Where to hire equipment
Some organisations where you can buy or hire equipment on a short term basis are:
- British Red Cross (call 0844 8711 111 to find your local centre)
- Mobility Equipment Hire Direct – delivers to destinations in the UK and abroad
- Ceiling Hoist Users Club - information and customer reviews of places that provide ceiling hoists
