| The following tips should help disabled travelers and
their companions anticipate some of the snags of accessible
travel.  Travel
Preparation
- Choosing a suitable itinerary
- Before booking a tour, describe your disability
to the operator in detail to ensure proper arrangements
are made.
- Have a thorough physical examination and consult
your doctor about your present physical condition
- Describe the trip to your doctor and ask for advice.
- Pack enough medication to last a few days longer
than you expect to be away in case of unexpected delays
- Take a doctor's note and phone number.
- Bring your adaptive aids such as hearing aids and
crutch. If you use a wheelchair, be sure to bring
some spare nuts and bolts and specialized tools to
dismantle it.
- Check your health insurance policy. If it does
not provide for overseas visits, consider requesting
your insurer to extend the policy. It is also advisable
to take out travel insurance to cover you in the event
of accidental injury as well as cover for medical
expenses.
Accessible
Facilities for the Disabled
Airlines and airports in China have made efforts
to improve their facilities. The airport is equipped
with lifts and ramps to provide easy access for disabled
travelers. Wheelchairs and assistance can be arranged
for passengers on the aircraft. Passengers' folding
wheelchairs will be carried for free.
Most top-class hotels have special access facilities.
You should contact the hotel in order to reserve any
special accommodation required.
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