Beyond The Threshold: Championing Accessibility in Rentals - EP 508 Vacation Rental Success Podcast
Summary
This podcast episode emphasizes the importance of providing accessible short-term rentals for people with a range of disabilities, not just wheelchair users. Lorraine Woodward shares insights on creating inclusive spaces through simple adjustments, universal design principles, and effective communication with potential guests. She highlights the website Becoming RentABLE as a platform listing accessible properties and discusses ways hosts can increase their listing's attractiveness.
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