Gray Nomad,  gray with an a for active seniors lifestyle.
 
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When travelling with special requirements, such as oxygen or mobility aids, it may be wise to make your arrangements through a travel agent. This would provide you with assistance in the event of any problems such as schedule changes.

You can view a wide range of  mobility products  and compare the function and price of each item at mobility compare .

When making your reservation, be sure to tell the agent the type of accommodation you require, and to what extent. If travelling with a wheelchair or scooter, let the agent know what type you use (manual, electric, wet cell, dry cell) and explain how much assistance you will need with boarding and disembarking.

Regardless of how you choose to travel, it is important that you take steps to ensure that your trip is a safe and enjoyable one.

Remember to:

  • Discuss the proposed trip with your doctor.
  • Get prescriptions for adequate amounts of required medications and fill them before you leave.
  • Get extra prescriptions for oxygen to make it easier to get oxygen en route.
  • Get instructions from your doctor for what to do if you develop a medical problem.
  • Get a summary of your medical history from your doctor.
  • Carry an up-to-date, detailed list of your medications.
  • Confirm all reservations 24 to 48 hours in advance.
  • Review your itinerary and confirm that any special services you may need will be available on each leg of your trip.
  • Get confirmation of all services in writing.
Know your rights

It is also helpful to know your rights as a traveller with special needs.

In 1986, US Congress passed the Air Carrier Access Act, requiring the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) to develop new regulations, which ensure that persons with disabilities will be treated without discrimination in a way consistent with the safe carriage of all passengers.

These regulations explain the responsibilities of the traveller and all domestic carriers, airport operators, and contractors involved in the airline industry who meet certain requirements, (such as passenger capacity).

Please note that foreign airlines are not required to comply with these regulations, although U.S. carriers on international flights must.

Australia has similar laws protecting the rights of disabled people who wish to travel. Nican is a national information service providing information on recreation, tourism, sport and the arts for people with disabilities. 

Under the Caravan category of this website is a review of a caravan designed for wheelchair access.

 
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