Maui: Disabilities & Accessibility

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Disabilities & Accessibility

The Society for the Advancement of Travel for the Handicapped has named Hawaii the most accessible vacation spot for people with disabilities. Ramped visitor areas and specially equipped lodgings are relatively common. Travelers with vision impairments who use a guide dog don't have to worry about quarantine restrictions. All you need to do is present documentation that the animal is a trained guide dog and has a current inoculation record for rabies. Access Aloha Travel is the state's only travel planner specializing in the needs of Hawaii-bound travelers with disabilities. The company can arrange accessible accommodations, sightseeing, dining, activities, medical equipment rentals, and personal care attendants. Access Aloha and Accessible Vans of Hawaii rent wheelchairs and scooter vans on Maui.

Local Resources

Access Aloha Travel (414 Kuwili St., Suite 101, Honolulu, 96817. 800/480-1143 or 808/545-1143. 808/545-7657. www.accessalohatravel.com).

Disability and Communication Access Board (919 Ala Moana Blvd., Room 101, Honolulu, 96814. 808/586-8121).

Transportation

Kapalua Executive Transportation & Super Shuttle provides an accessible taxi and tour service on the island of Maui. Those who prefer to do their own driving may rent hand-controlled cars from Alamo, Avis, Budget, Hertz, and National. All require at least 48 hours' notice. You can use the windshield card from your own state to park in spaces reserved for people with disabilities.

Information

Kapalua Executive Transportation & Super Shuttle (800/833-2303. www.mauishuttle.com).