Page 26 May 2012 Disabled travelers can ease trip’s dif fi culties By Kaley Kalil Travelers with disabilities, or those who travel as a caregiver for someone with a disability, know all too well how challenging it can be to plan for, travel to, and manage getting around new destinations. Here are some quick tips for disabled travelers: Tips for fl ying When it comes to fl ying the skies, the easiest and most important thing a disabled traveler can do is call ahead. By calling the airline, and not the airport, travelers can inform their airline on exactly what kind of assistance they’ll need getting on and off the plane. Call again to con fi rm your access needs a few days before your trip. If at all possible, plan to fl y during the middle of the week as opposed to over the weekend, as weekend fl ights tend to get overbooked. Travelers will be more comfortable and have a higher chance of fi nding affordable nonstop fl ights. Additionally, under-booked fl ights present greater opportunities for passengers to upgrade seating at reduced prices. Lastly, be sure to arrive early enough at the airport to allow for any eventualities that may arise. You’ll feel less stressed and less rushed. Where to stay Websites like www.hotels.com make searching for accessible hotels much easier. With speci fi c accessibility search features such as “accessible path of travel,” “roll-in shower” and “handicapped parking,” travelers can compare only hotels fi tting their access needs. Have a game plan To ensure your trip is successful, write down exactly what you want to get out of it so that you can plan correctly. How much time do you have for the trip? What do you hope to accomplish and where do you want to go? What sites do you wish to see? How much money are you planning on spending? How much extra assistance do you think you’ll need throughout your travels? By creating a list of activities you hope to accomplish in order of importance, you’ll be less likely to return home disappointed. Continued on page 29 Preschool Summer Camp! Join us for 8 weeks of Preschool Fun from June 4th - July 27th Weekly enrollment and ű exible scheduling options. Register Today! Petting Zoo • Arizona Puppet Theater • Bounce Houses • Beach Day • Vacation Bible School • Camping Day • Ice Castles • Hawaiian Luau • Happy Birthday America Party • Science Experiments • Food Drive • Circus Crafts • Snow Cones • Summer Olympics • Construction Projects • Water & Sand Play Price of Peace is also a church Worship with us on Sundays @ 9am or 10:30am (through May 13) or 9:30am (our new summer worship time starting May 20) Hey Arcadia! Prince of Peace is also a church 3641 N. 56th Street, Phoenix • 480-945-9537 • www.popphoenix.org Northeast corner of 56th St. and Indian School Register by May 14 3703 East Indian School Phoenix, AZ 85018 602.957.9910 10636 North 71st Way, Suite 7 Scottsdale, AZ 85254 480.222.6050 HOURS: Tuesday 9 am - 8 pm Wednesday 10 am - 8 pm Thursday 11 am - 8 pm Friday and Saturday 9 am - 5 pm salonsandoval.com Purchase $100 gift card for her – receive $25 gift card for yourself * Use your card and EARN DOUBLE POINTS during Mother’s Day weekend, May 11-13 Treat mom for Mother’s Day! *Expires one year from date of purchase. Offer good for services only. Your Concept Salon
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