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TRAVEL - AUSTRALIA
ACCESS GUIDES ACCOMODATION COMMERCIAL INDIVIDUALS ORGANISATIONS
| Sydney is a beautiful city with lots of natural attractions and iconic tourist spots. In this modern day and age there are a multitude of great locations that are easily wheelchair accessible with lots of space. From gardens to iconic landmarks there are some top places around Sydney Harbour that I have noticed with great accessibility and ease of transport. You can enjoy a day out or even weekend getaway with the ease of transport and accessibility around the Sydney Harbour. Read on to find out more about the top 5 accessible places in Sydney to check out! |
| Accessibility guide for people with disabilities holidaying and living in Noosa Shire and surrounding areas of Queensland's Sunshine Coast. Half way down the home page click on "Disabled Access" and a prompt appears at the bottom of the screen to open or save a pdf file with lots of information about accommodation and activities in Noosa and surrounding areas, including Fraser Island. |
| Lonely Planet’s new Accessible Melbourne guide is your FREE passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see, with tips and recommendations for travellers with special needs |
| Enjoy dining at one of 1735 restaurants with disabled access in Melbourne. Check website for other cities in Australia too |
| For visitors with accessibility requirements, there are different options for both Barangaroo Reserve and the retail and dining precinct.
Barangaroo strives to be accessible to all visitors, of all ages, including those with additional mobility requirements. |
| Access the Blue Mountains....designed to assist everyone to access the best of the City of the Blue Mountains.
Our visitor centres have hearing loops to assist the hearing impaired and can advise on accessibility options across the region. Everything from MLAK toilet access system to ATMs and Companion Card Affiliates. Train Stations,bus companies, taxis and car parking spaces to get around and we don't forget to include petrol stations. If you are looking for a picnic spot, recreational facilities or baby change room, Blue Mountains City Council provides these facilities. Need to eat, supermarkets, cafes and restaurants are listed. For accessible accommodation contact a Visitor Information Centre in the Blue Mountains, details on website. |
| Welcome to Access Brisbane: a guide to access and facilities for people with disabilities plus stories, art and feedback.
The central part of the web site is the Access Ratings Database section which contains a database of Brisbane places with accessiblity ratings. For example, users can search for "accommodation" or "cinemas" and find a ranked list of places with details of accessible features at each place. |
| 'Accessible Cairns' and the 'Access for All' directory to assists locals and visitors to our region to plan their trip or to access services for people with a disability, their family, friends, carers and support workers.Please take some time to look through this site and use the "Access for All" directory to plan your stay or visit to our wonderful city and surrounding areas.
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| Cairns stands proud in offering a wide variety of things to do and see in Cairns for those of all ages including guests that may be handicapped or have limited mobility or even totally disabled. Tours and attractions that can cater for disabled or handicapped persons and their carer must be booked in advance to ensure the guests full satisfaction and assistance on the day can be provided for. |
| Relevant disability links, contacts and resources in Melbourne. |
| Easy Access Australia is a travel guide for people with a disability or mobility difficulty it is also a good general guide to Australia. First published in 1995, EAA has been updated providing many more wheelchair and easily accessible transport, accommodation and attraction options to those who want to travel and explore this great country. (PLEASE NOTE - while the guide is currently out of print we suggest emailing via this link to find out more on it's current publishing status).
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| Freewheeler is a site started to give those out there, with mobility issues, access to information to help them make informed choices when travelling. We aim to find accessible accommodation and activities around Australia. Freewheeler also provides relevant information and links via its blog
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| Get out and visit the Blue Mountains - all you need to know about accessibility in this area - article from Paraquad Magazine |
| LOO-K no further...the national public toilet map. |
| Our long term goal is to produce track notes for a range of challenging, interesting and exciting bushwalks for people with accessible needs.
Our vision is to equip anyone to enjoy time in nature and to be the first in the world to document an multi-day accessible nature trail experience.
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| Information for people who use a wheelchair for mobility, extracted from my map "Easy Adventures" . |
| Ferry ride to Manly Beach, The Royal Botanical Gardens, Wildlife Sydney and Sea Life Sydney, Historic Queen Victoria Building and Strand Arcade, Dining at the Opera Bar, Sydney Tower, Taronga Zoo, day trips - so much to see!! |
| Tourism and Transport Forum, NSW Department of Environment and Climate
Change and the University of Technology Sydney (UTS) have pleasure in
launching the test site for the Sydney for All web portal. The portal takes a different approach in accessible tourism. It provides information on the "experience" available to individuals, families and others who may have an access need. The portal is part of a research project where visitors to the site and the "experiences" can provide their feedback. Please contact us if you would like any further information.
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| While not an obvious choice for wheelchair users, there are nevertheless some accessible accommodation options on the island, as well as a limited number of walks, and others in wheelchairs speak positively of the other benefits Norfolk has to offer. |
| **Please note: website still under development, lauching soon in 2017**.
WheelEasy is the one stop shop for everything about access for everyone who wants to get out and live life to the full with their family and friends.
We know access information can be difficult to find, so you may be missing out on lots of things you could be doing, simply because you didn't know they were there. WheelEasy pools all this information in one easy to use mobile friendly site.
The information on our site is only there because people like you have shared what they know about access. If you visit a place that’s really accessible (or not) you can put it on our map so other people know about it too. (Coming soon)
We use a traffic light system to show each place as accessible (green), partially or maybe accessible (yellow), or inaccessible (red). These are measured by certain criteria which we’ve made into a series of icons for each type of place. |
| This magnificent holiday home boasts panoramic ocean views of the NSW Central Coast
Only 1 1/2 hours north of Sydney. The ideal location to enjoy that beach holiday only a short distance from Norah Head, The Entrance, Toukley, Budgewoi. The home is fully wheel chair accessible with the bathroom designed with plenty of room for easy management of personal care, large kitchen, wide modern floor design have been applied throughout allowing for easy transition from the kitchen , living & sleeping areas through to the outside. Accomodation for 8 people |
| "Yeranda" is the ideal escape destination for those seeking total privacy or a nature based holiday. |
| Blessed with a mild climate all year round, Clark Bay offers you a peaceful, totally accessible base from which you can to do as much, or as little, as you like with your holiday. Clark Bay Cottages is truly a unique setting, nestled on the shoreline of the tranquil Wagonga Inlet and only minutes from the coastal resort town of Naroma and the splendour of the Pacific Ocean. Rarely can a holiday destination make such claims, and deliver. Clark Bay can and does. |
| There are many amazing places to stay on the Gold Coast but how many actually cater for all the possible Accessibility Situations you may encounter?
We offer 100% Genuine Wheelchair Access along with all the modern amenities of a High End Resort, and not only that, at Barney's Place you also have the option of a 'Pet Friendly' experience?!
We have everything you need to make your holiday experience an amazing and relaxing getaway. So please don't hesitate to call us with any questions you may have, we're always here to help.
Barney’s Place is your 'holiday home with heart' and everyone is welcome...We look forward to meeting you soon! |
| Just 300 metres from the sparkling clear waters and white sand beaches of the Pacific Ocean, adjoing Cape Byron Marine Park and Aeakwal National Park, Byron Bay Rainforest Resort is a peaceful retreat where you can escape to relax and revitalize.Nine (9) spacious and comfortable self-contained cottages are set in the seclusion of 16 hectares (35 acres) of remnant coastal rainforest, dry heath and ti tree wetlands. |
| Are you looking for a peaceful lakeside facility on beautiful Lake Macquarie in the Hunter region? Look no further!
The Catalina Conference Centre plays an active role in facilitating group activities and promoting social inclusion for those with special needs. Disability Life Enrichment is a registered charity that has a goal to build a sense of community and well-being for those with a disability.
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| If you’re looking for accessible holidays and activities with easy access, Reflections Holiday Parks has you covered.
Many of our parks have been adapted to suit those with a disability, with the parks below also offering accessible cabins.
Whether its Brunswick Heads, Byron Bay or Ballina, there are plenty of options for accessible holidays on the NSW Far North Coast.
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| The most accessible beachside health and wellness resort in Australia, purpose built for people living with spinal injury. The concept of a luxury accessible accommodation facility was developed with the aim to promote social integration, activity and support for people with spinal cord injury. Sargood on Collaroy will provide people with spinal injuries and their families a unique experience and the opportunity to explore recreation options (e.g., adaptive yoga, adaptive surfing), vocational skills, health, well being and education. Call now to speak with a member of our team about your next stay. |
| The Green House Busselton is an equal access holiday home newly renovated to cater for the holiday maker with special needs; their family, friends and carers.
Situated in the quiet leafy surrounds of one of Busselton’s most sought after streets your holiday destination is just a few minutes to the centre of the City and only three blocks away from the fabulous Geographe Bay.
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| Our retreat features:
• Plenty of turning space, support ramps and easy access from room-room
• Open plan living areas with wide doorways to other rooms
• Kitchen benches with open space at a suitable height to fit wheelchair underneath
• Microwave, oven and cooktop at an accessible height
• Handrails in bathroom for shower and toilet
• Frameless shower areas for wheelchair access
• Ability to control lights from bed
• Hoists and commodes available to hire at an extra cost
• Outdoor jacuzzi spa and swimming pool with hoist |
| Enjoy new experiences in the comfort of your own chauffeured wheelchair friendly vehicle.
all inclusive picnic selection
progressive luxury shopping escapade
regional tours to Blue Mountains, Hunter Valley, and Southern Highlands
tours customised to your personal specifications
private and exclusive service
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| Since 1995 Club Mates Travel has been taking passengers with a mild to moderate intellectual disability to some of the most exciting destinations within Australia and overseas. Why not call one of our friendly travel consultants who can assist you in creating your own personalised holidays or even join one of our tours?
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| Disability Hire Vehicles was established after a trip to the UK to research driving aids for people with a disability. Whilst in the UK I was surprised to see the availability of rental cars specifically for people with a disability.On return to Sydney I repeatedly said 'someone should start a specialty rental company for people with a disability'. Eventually I became that ‘someone’ |
| Leisure Options offers a positive approach in supported holidays and travel for people with a disability. We provide:
holidays that allow maximum choice and age-appropriate activities;
high staffing ratios and a commitment to individual needs and interests;
a supportive holiday environment.
Leisure Options is a fully licensed Travel Agency and a member of the Travel Compensation Fund and an Accredited Tour Operator that has been providing holidays for people with disabilities since 1993.
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| Push Adventures is a South Australian business, founded in 2014 and managed by husband and wife, Scott and Clair Crowley.
Passionate about enhancing tourism experiences for people with physical disabilities and their travel companions, we offer practical advice to make your tourism business inclusive and accessible by a whole range of guests. Why? Because we want to ensure everyone enjoys their experience when they travel South Australia.
“We love South Australia and we want to show it off to everyone! We’ve pushed through lots of hurdles during our adventures but keep going back for more. We want to reduce the boundaries for all travellers who may have faced barriers along the way. Utilising our local knowledge and industry experience we want travellers to have access to the right information and feel confident to explore South Australia.� Scott & Clair |
| Ballarat based company providing holidays for people with an intellectual disability or an ABI.All holidays depart from Ballarat and end in Ballarat and we go to places such as, Grampians, Melbourne, Warrnambool,Echuca. We offer holidays in Ballarat also and are proud to showcase all the tourist sites in Ballarat.
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| The Uki Village Guesthouse is a wheelchair friendly, 4 star Bed and Breakfast near Mount Warning, Northern NSW.
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| Wheelaway is an Australian owned company providing wheelchair accessible van rentals and wheelchair accessible vehicles for hire. |
| WheelAdventures is a Motorcycle Tour business
specialising in customised rides and tours for the Disabled.
WheelAdventures provides Chair-bound and Mobility-challenged people with the unique opportunity to experience Queensland's picturesque Sunshine Coast and Hinterland regions in a Motorcycle Sidecar specially designed for Wheelchairs.
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| WheelChair Tours Australia has operated as the Premier Tour Company for disabled tourists to Perth since 1995, when Perth hosted the Abilympics. we strive to provide innovative and cost effective travel and tour options for both disabled and able bodied persons alike. Leonie Timms and Susan Brown own and operate the Company and continue to offer unique touring and charter experiences to their clients.
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| Our tours include standard or customised day tours to the Blue Mountains and the Hunter Valley vineyards. We also have a shorter half day tour around the scenic and geographic highlights of the city and Sydney harbour including the Sydney Opera House. |
| Specialists in accessible vehicle rentals
Wheelies Van Rentals provides a fleet of wheelchair accessible vehicles to rent from our depots in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane,Gold Coast,Cairns ,Hobart, Auckland and Christchurch. Our vehicles make a visit or holiday convenient and easy and we have a range of vehicles and rental plans to suit your needs. We also service the disabled community and respite centres with long term hires as required.Disability hires are our specialty so contact us for your next hire. |
| Sit-Skier Michael Foti journeys into the Australian alpine backcountry to be the first sit-skier to make a run down Etheridge peak. Etheridge; is a heartfelt short film that tells the story of this mission. This is truly inspiring piece that gives a little insight into what is possible when friends come together. |
| Summitting Mount Kosciuszko in a wheelchair with the "We Are Explorers" organisation, Paul Bowman lives with cerebral palsy and is wheelchair bound. But he would stop at nothing to make his dream of summitting Mount Kosciuszko a reality! |
| Aspire Supported Holidays provides high-quality, great value, assisted holidays for travellers with a disability or those with respite care requirements. We are a Registered Provider with the NDIA and are powered by the Spencer Group of Companies – an award-winning, licensed Travel Agency group founded by Penny Spencer in Sydney in 1998.
Our supported holidays feature genuine, caring service and assistance, and high support staff ratios. We are committed to our clients, to great value and – most importantly – to delivering fun and memorable holiday experiences for all. |
| This guide contains info on getting around, great places to visit, events & attractions, entertainment and accessible accommodation.
‘Cane’ refers to people with mobility-related impairments and difficulties in negotiating the physical environment. ‘Able’ relates both to people without mobility restrictions and gimps like me who feel totally and utterly able (with a bit of assistance). Hope you enjoy the visit! |
| We offer a unique and boutique cruising operation creating outdoor fun for everyone including the elderly and physically challenged to enjoy. We welcome you on board.
Through this web site we aim to open the doors to the Port of Newcastle and its history, with its unique Stockton Sand Pit bird conservation area. Explore the harbour history and learn about the disappearing town on Ash Island.
There are no limits to finding out what nature has to offer on the water. |
| Empowering you to explore the world! An information sharing website for inclusive travel and leisure activities. Think of us as the "Trip Advisor" for people with mobility, vision, hearing and other sensory assistance needs. |
| At first this site was just going to be about travelling to the USA but then I started to think about people travelling to Australia that may benefit from some of our experiences locally. It may be useful to those travelling from interstate or even help Sydneysiders discover a new spot to have fun as a family. |
| The MLAK is a master key that fits into specially designed locks allowing 24 hour a day access to disabled public toilets. Eligible people can purchase a key that opens all accessible toilets displaying the MLAK symbol.
Please Contact The Master Locksmiths Association on 1800 810 698 or logon to their website at
www.masterlocksmiths.com.au where they have a full list of members across Australia. (NB:look down the page on the link to read more)
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| The Mt Kosciuszko Wheelchair Summit Challenge provides an opportunity for children in wheelchairs to have a ‘once-in-a-lifetime’ experience of summitting Mt Kosciuszko, with arrangements made by Rotary and the assistance of support teams*. |
| The Companion Card allows people with a profound disability, who require attendant care for the rest of their lives, to participate in community activities and events without discrimination.
Companion Cards can be presented at participating organisations where cardholders will not be required to pay an admission fee for their companion who is providing attendant care.
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| Their 'Access for all Abilities' online guide including details on booking the 'TrailRider' all-terrain hiking wheelchair ('Search' for TrailRider to get specific details). |
| Many national parks in NSW offer wheelchair-accessible campgrounds, tracks, picnic areas, lookouts, visitor centres and more. Each site has a difficulty rating, based on its accessibility for average wheelchair users. Use their 'SEARCH' function with the text 'wheelchair access'.
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| MAKE AWESOME MEMORIES!
Discover accessible experiences across Australia!! |
| At Travability we are dedicated to providing accessibility information for the Worlds best travel destinations. We have a simple belief that the world should be open to be enjoyed by everyone regardless of their mobility. In years of travelling we know of hundreds of destinations that are fully accessible and it is our intention to bring as many of them as we can to this information site. |
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