Disabled and Handicapped Travel in Mexico

Traveling in Mexico if you are Disabled

If you are disabled or have low mobility, Mexico will be quite a challenging place to get around in.

However, if you really want to visit Mexico, don't let its under-development in this area put you off!

By planning your trip carefully, and staying at higher-end hotels (which are more modern, recently built and thus the architecture caters for wheelchair access), you will find that you will be able to visit Mexico and not spend your whole time maneuvering around what may seem a field of obstacles.

Planning Tips for Disabled Traveler to Mexico

Choose a nice ocean resort, and fly there - either directly or with a connecting flight in the USA. Once you get there, use taxis or Rent a Car to get around.

Rent a car locally so that you and your party can visit the places you want to see with the flexibility and freedom an independent car provides. Public transport is inadequate for the disabled in Mexico.

Make Arrangements if you have it in mind to visit certain places that interest you, call ahead and ask what facilities they have to cater for disabled people. They may be able to make special arrangements for you if necessary.

Ask for Assistance if you find yourself in a place that seems inaccessible (for example, it may appear that there is no elevator) - don't be afraid to ask for assistance. Sometimes, there will be a elevator hidden away in a corner, or the staff may come up with an impromptu and perhaps quite ingenious way to help you get to where you want to go!