GLOBAL ACCESS NEWS VOLUME III

GLOBAL ACCESS NEWS TRAVEL E-ZINE
VOLUME III, NUMBER 3, March 2002
Copyright © 2002, Global Access News
http://www.globalaccessnews.com/

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Please note: Any Internet links mentioned in this E-Zine were verified as functioning as of the date on this E-Zine. Websites and e-mail addresses, however, change frequently, so changes may have occurred after that date.

Welcome to the March 2002 issue of the Global Access News Travel E-Zine. Thanks to everyone for taking the time to write us and share your travel experiences.

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CONTENTS

1. EPIC ENABLED
2. HILTON WARNING
3. TORONTO ACCESS
4. SWITZERLAND CAR RENTALS
5. ACCESSIBLE BRITISH BOATS
6. GRAND PRINCESS CRUISE

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1. EPIC ENABLED

Epic Enabled, of South Africa, recently brought nine people with varying disabilities to Kruger National Park. For four days, the group toured the world famous game reserve in a specially designed lift-equipped vehicle. Elephants, cheetahs and leopards were just a few of the animals they encountered on their adventure. Epic Enabled is committed to opening up Africa to disabled travelers. For more detailed reports on their South African itineraries, visit their website at
www.epic-enabled.com
Or write info@epic-enabled.com

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2. HILTON WARNING

Christopher Allen, of the UK, recently traveled to the US with his mother who uses a wheelchair. Despite stating his mother’s specific requirements when making reservations and being assured of wheelchair accessible rooms in several cities, the duo found only one usable Hilton hotel room during the entire trip. Mr. Allen immediately complained about the deplorable service. To learn more about Hilton’s response to their treatment, visit http://www.geocities.com/Paris/1502/hiltonwarning.htm

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3. TORONTO ACCESS

If Toronto, Canada is on your travel itinerary, Toronto Tourism has recommendations for locating accessible accommodations, public transportation, sightseeing, attendant services and equipment repair. To receive a copy of "Toronto With Ease," e-mail toronto@torcvb.com or visit their website at http://www.torontotourism.com/what_see_do/special_accessible.asp

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4. SWITZERLAND CAR RENTALS

Not all European nations offer accessible vehicle rentals yet. Switzerland’s Mieauto AG, located in Winterthur, about 15 miles from the Zurich-Kloten Airport, is an exception. Visit their site and click on their link for "Special Cars" to learn more. http://www.mietauto.com/english/default.htm

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5. ACCESSIBLE BRITISH BOATS

Starline, of the UK, is currently providing narrow and wide beam accessible boats for holiday use. Visit the Starline website at http://www.starline.demon.co.uk/ and click on "Holidays for the Disabled" to discover how boating offers another accessible way to tour the heart of England.

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6. GRAND PRINCESS CRUISE

Vladimir and Elfrieda Drobashevsky took a 7-day Christmas cruise to the Western Caribbean. Share their fun on the Grand Princess at http://www.globalaccessnews.com/wcaribbeangrandprincess02.htm

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Thanks for sharing!

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