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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Stefanie Dazio

Getting the most out of barrier-free tours for yourself or someone with a disability

Germany Dementia Tours - (Copyright 2026 The Associated Press. All rights reserved)

For people living with disabilities, barriers to tourism can range from the obvious — such as an out-of-service elevator — to the unseen, like an outing that's too long or a setting that's too loud.

As the baby boom generation ages, the travel industry is increasingly catering to older adults with the time and money to sightsee internationally and who sometimes need additional assistance. Truly inclusive accessibility, though, accommodates a much greater range of tourists, from individuals with physical disabilities to people with autism or dementia.

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