Journal of Tourism Challenges and Trends
2011, Volume:4, isuue 2
Research Article
DESTINATION DEVELOPMENT AND MANAGEMENT FOR DISABLED PEOPLE
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Károly Róbert College, Department of Tourism and Regional Development; 36 Mátrai út, 3200 Gyöngyös, Hungary;
Published
April 20, 2011
Abstract

There are about 650 million disabled people in the world and about 50 million in Europe (Dézsi,
2004). The number of disabled people in Hungary reached 577,000 in 2001, which represents 5.77% of
the population. These numbers show rather unfavourable results for the supply sector of accessible
tourism. Therefore we suggest that equal opportunities for all people should be created in Hungary.
People with disabilities unfortunately have slim chances for travelling, relaxation or rehabilitation. This
paper aims to highlight the importance of this tourism sector by introducing the Ability Park project and
trigger changes in attitude as disabled people should have equal rights in this respect as well. The park
will provide unique, high quality services for Hungarian and foreign disabled guests who will receive full
care and have a chance to participate in sporting activities together with their beloved ones, family and
friends. The primary objective of this paper is to draw attention to the needs of disabled people and the
importance of accessible tourism. This paper would like to draw attention to the importance of this sector
(considering economic aspects and the point of view of disabled people and these unique tourism
products) through the example of the Ability Park in Tamási. Furthermore, a change in attitude would also
be welcomed as disabled people have the same right to easy access as everyone else. The park will
provide unique services for national and international disabled tourists where they can enjoy all the
facilities and amenities together with their friends and family. The final implementation of the project will
generate great demand not only in Hungary but also all over Europe.

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