Travelling
around the world and going on holidays is one of modern life's greatest joys.
Yet, simply because you have limited mobility shouldn’t mean that you cannot
enjoy this too! Of course, there are plenty of things that you should take into
consideration and you need to do your research, but that isn’t any different
from people travelling with other health conditions. This blog post has put
together some tips for those who have limited mobility or who are travelling
someone with limited mobility, have a read below so you can relax and fully
enjoy your time away.
Contact Airline or Travel Company
It is within
the EU law that those who travel by wheelchair or have limited mobility are
entitled to support from the airline they are travelling with. This is a free
service that should be carried out by airports and airline staff. Help can be available
from the moment you arrive at the airport, to the minute you leave your
destination airport. Therefore, make sure you notify the airline or travel
company you have booked with as soon as possible.
Choose Accessible Accommodation
From luxury
villas to state of the art hotels, there are a variety of places abroad that is
accessible via wheelchair and for those who have limited mobility. Being
comfortable in the place you are staying is paramount. Many hotels abroad will
already have things in place, like lifts and accessible rooms with disability
aids. However, to be certain, there are many specialist travel companies that
can also help you plan your holiday. These include Responsible Travel
and Disabled Holidays.
Take Relevant Medical Information With You
No matter
how old, young or healthy you are, it is imperative that whenever you go on
holiday that you take relevant medical information with you. Whether that is
medication, doctors notes, and travel insurance documents. Therefore, if you do
have a fall abroad, or you find yourself falling ill, this can be presented to
any hospital or physician that you see. It may be worth getting a translated
document too if you are travelling to a country where English isn’t the first
language.
Rent a Stairlift
If you are
going on holiday in the UK, why not hire a stairlift for your accommodation.
Renting a stairlift is a great way to ensure maximum comfort without feeling
like you have to compromise on your accommodation. Stairlifts can be rented for
days and weeks, and also leaves no damage to the walls of the accommodation.
Here at
Alfix Stairlifts, we offer a variety of rentable stairlifts in Leamington.
Guaranteeing high-quality installation, as well as affordable prices, you can
choose from a range of curved stairlifts and straight stairlifts to hire. We
pride ourselves on being a family run independent business that has thrived for
over 20 years. Contact
us today
to find out more about how our services can be
tailored to you.
