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Barrier-Free Tourism for People with Disabilities in the Asian and Pacific Region


Author(s): Bruce Cameron, Simon Darcy, Elizabeth Foggin
Economic Sector(s): N/A
ESCAP Reference No.: ST/ESCAP/2316
Division/Office: Transport
Published Date: 2003
Country: {Non-country Specific Publication}
Hard Copy Price: US$ 12.00


This publication examines major issues for the development of barrier-free tourism for people with disabilities within the Asia-Pacific region. It looks at the economic rationale for developing barrier-free tourism and identifies existing barriers as well as examples of good practices. It also offers guidelines for governments and the tourism industry to promote barrier-free tourism.




 

 

Page

1.

Introduction and background

1

2.

Issues and problems of inaccessible tourism

9

3.

Current policies and measures to improve access

23

4.

Remedial actions

51

5.

Conclusion and recommendations

65

 

 

 

Annex I

69

Annex II

91

Bibliography (Introduction and Background)

98




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