It can be stated that till 2009, no research has investigated the criteria that people with disabilities determine as “important” to selecting accommodation and their preference for presenting this information (Darcy, 2010). Reasonable accommodation means necessary and appropriate modification and adjustments not imposing a disproportionate or undue burden, where needed in a particular case, to ensure to persons with disabilities the enjoyment or exercise on an equal basis with others of all human rights and fundamental freedoms (UNWTO, 2013). Darcy and Pegg (2011) introduced that for PWD, accommodation continues to be a critical constraint because of the requirements for accessible accommodation as a prerequisite …show more content…
Plan for a continuous path of travel
9. Consider aesthetics and environmental values when planning
10. Ensure all materials used in the building process comply with suitable standards.
The Seven Principles of Universal Design on Accessible Tourism for All (UNWTO, 2013):
- Principle 1. Equitable use: The design is useful and marketable to people with diverse abilities.
- Principle 2. Flexibility in use: The design accommodates a wide range of individual preferences and abilities.
- Principle 3. Simple and intuitive use: Use of the design is easy to understand, regardless of the user’s experience, knowledge, language skills, or current concentration level.
- Principle 4. Perceptible Information: The design communicates necessary information effectively to the user, regardless of ambient conditions or the user’s sensory abilities.
- Principle 5. Tolerance for error: The design minimizes hazards and the adverse consequences of accidental or unintended actions.
- Principle 6. Low physical effort: The design can be used efficiently and comfortably and with a minimum of fatigue.
- Principle 7. Size and space for approach and use: Appropriate size and space is provided for approach, reach, manipulation, and use regardless of user’s body size, posture, or