Around The World

We all love to go on holiday, especially when we are going abroad, but for some people flying can be very problematic. If you suffer from a disability then you need to put a few more plans in place than an able-bodied person. For a lot of people with a disability long haul traveling can quickly become a nightmare, especially if you haven’t prepared correctly, so below you will find a few tips that should help you get your holiday off to a good start. Preparation • Make sure you have enough of your medication to last for the holiday plus an extra week. • Always put your medicine in your hand luggage never let it go in the hold. • In some countries in the Middle East and Asia medications that may be legal in the USA and Europe may not be legal there so check online. • Some countries require you to carry a doctor’s letter confirming your medications, again you will need to check online with the countries medical requirements. • Make sure you have let the airline know you are

When planning a trip to Japan it may be easy to fall into the usual trap of only planning to go to “modern “attractions, such as electronic shops and concerts. However, Japan is an ancient and diverse culture offering a wonderful trip back in time. Whether you’re staying only a week or a full month, be sure to check out the following traditional things that make this such a rich place to go. 1 . Stay in a ryokan. Shirk the five-star Western hotel and opt for the traditional ryokan, a favorite of the Japanese for centuries. Sleep on a comfortable futon while enjoying picturesque garden views and sipping homebrewed green tea. Ryokans tend to offer traditional Japanese dishes as well. Don’t ask what’s in it. Just eat it and enjoy. 2 . Go to an onsen. Japan is famous for its hot springs, and you should definitely check one out. Some are coed and will let you in with a bathing suit. Most times, however, they are divided by sex and require you to go the full monty. Even if you’re shy,