Barbados... a special place for people with special needs
Although there is cetainly still room for improvement, Barbados is making great strides in increasing accessibility across the island.
Local infrastructure such as sidewalks and public restrooms have been redesigned or renovated to accommodate persons in wheelchairs. Likewise, several popular tourist attractions and museums are at least partially wheelchair accessible.
Where To Stay
Find accommodation with features such as ramps, accessible elevators, wide doorways, roll-in showers, and appropriate bed heights.
- Hilton Barbados Resort is fully accessible for persons with disabilities. Includes a wheelchair accessible ramp.
- Accra Beach Hotel offers accessible rooms, as well as wheelchair access in and around the resort.
- Radisson Aquatica Resort offers an array of in-room and on-site features to enable comfortable stays for mobility challenged guests.
How To Get Around
The Barbados Transport Board fleet includes buses with wheelchair access, however most public transport buses are not wheelchair-friendly.
Blessed Rentals specializes in providing transportation for persons with disabilities. They offer island tours, taxi services, and airport to hotel or seaport transfers.
Wheelchair Accessible Barbados Activities
Mobility Rentals
Carib Rehab offers a range of mobility products, including wheelchairs and walkers, for rent during your vacation.
Fully Accessible Barbados
The Fully Accessible Barbados (FAB) program, an inspiring initiative by the Barbados Council for the Disabled, champions accessibility to create a truly inclusive society - a key part of their vision. The FAB program is dedicated to making Barbados a model of inclusivity and accessibility, setting a standard for others to follow.
FAB's Ambitious Goals:
- Enhancing Services: Elevating both the quantity and quality of services available to Persons With Disabilities (PWD).
- Promoting Inclusivity: Striving for a society where PWD are recognized as valuable customers.
- Transforming Environments: Advocating for essential structural changes to ensure that all facilities are accessible to both residents and visitors with disabilities.
- Meeting Global Standards: Achieving international benchmarks for access.
- Boosting Tourism: Drawing more visitors to Barbados by ensuring it is welcoming and accessible to all.