Tips on wheelchair access and other special needs while traveling to India !
In spite of the enormous number of physically challenged people in India, few places are wheelchair accessible by design. Most of the major tourist attractions are inaccessible; to say nothing of many other places you may want to visit. Hotels, temples, private homes, restaurants, shops and other buildings usually have steps up, especially in places with heavy monsoon rains. If you require wheelchair access, you'll need to find out in advance about every single place you plan to visit or stay. For many people, a specialized travel agency could be the best option for making such arrangements. Otherwise, you will need to spend enormous amounts of time and energy planning every step in advance. Whether you use an agency or do it yourself, it's essential to articulate your requirements as fully and clearly as possible. Although the situation is slowly improving, few hotels are truly accessible. When making hotel reservations, be sure that your reservation is for a par...