Travel And Tourism Case Study

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Question #1 In order to modify a hotel to have accessibility for every consumer, from very young to seniors and all disabilities, there are a lot of obstacles to take into consideration that have solutions. Accommodations and accessibility should start from the start, therefore, the hotel will need to provide priority parking for individuals that have disabilities, for expecting mothers, and for family that have babies and/or toddlers. In the front of the hotel, there will be a loading and unloading dock for those that might need it. In addition, the hotel needs to have ramps for easy access for those that use wheelchairs, strollers, and walkers. The front entrance door needs to be automatic for easy entrance. In consideration of individuals …show more content…

For example, the main consideration would be for the staff in the travel and tourism business industry to be hospitality and awareness trained. In that case, all employees will know how to greet and treat people with intellectual disabilities with care, respect, and dignity. In addition, a travel and tourism business needs to adequate resources. For example, suitable transportation (traveling) such as cruise lines, buses, cars, trains, and airplanes that provide all necessary accommodations for individuals with intellectual disabilities. For tourism, the tour guides need to be understandable and present the information in ways that individuals with intellectual disabilities will understand. Also, the travel and tourism business needs to provide assistance for those that ask for it or require it. In addition, services such as priority for people who use wheelchairs, wide hallways and doorways, and elevators need to be provided. These services also need to be taken in consideration so that the guests will always feel comfortable will traveling and touring. If all of this is provided to the visitors with intellectual disabilities, they will enjoy their travel and tourism

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