Accessible Adventures

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Welcome to Accessible Adventures by Travel Owl—a destination for inclusive travel stories, guides, and experiences designed for adventurers of all abilities.

Whether you're seeking wheelchair-friendly city breaks, sensory-friendly nature retreats, or real-world experiences from fellow travellers navigating mobility, cognitive, visual, or auditory disabilities, this space is made for you.

Discover. Empower. Share. From practical guides to heartfelt blogs, Accessible Adventures is your gateway to a world that welcomes you exactly as you are.

Accessible Adventures in 2025: Five Destinations Leading Inclusive Outdoor Travel

In 2025, accessible travel is no longer a niche. From Europe’s historic capitals to Africa’s safari circuits, destinations are investing in inclusive design, adaptive infrastructure, and nature first experiences that welcome travellers of all abilities. Whether navigating with a wheelchair, managing sensory sensitivities, or travelling with mobility aids, these five locations offer freedom, dignity, and discovery. Barcelona, Spain: Urban immersion without barriers Barcelona c

Japan’s 2025 Tourism Tax: What Travellers Need to Know

In October 2025, Japan introduced a sweeping update to its tourism tax policy, affecting both domestic and international travelers. The new system imposes nightly fees ranging from ¥1,000 to ¥10,000 (approximately $6.50 to $65 USD) depending on the location, accommodation type, and season. While the move is designed to combat over tourism and fund infrastructure upgrades, it’s also reshaping how travellers approach budgeting, itinerary planning, and cultural etiquette. As rep

GSTC’s 2025 Destination Standards Redefine Sustainable Travel

In March 2025, the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) approved a major revision to its Destination Accreditation Manual, marking a pivotal moment in the evolution of sustainable travel. These updates reflect the growing complexity of tourism’s environmental and cultural impact and the need for smarter, more inclusive tools to measure it. From AI-powered carbon tracking to indigenous stewardship benchmarks, the new standards offer a blueprint for destinations seeking to

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The only disability is when people cannot

see human potential.

Debra Ruh

Global disability inclusion strategist