Are you ready to explore the world with a friendlier footprint? I have hand-picked these accessible destinations that are not only kind to the planet, but also perfect for solo travellers, those with mobility challenges, or anyone seeking slower, more mindful travel.
Our first destination is Cornwall, UK. The Eco-Note here is Cornwall is Home to Earth-friendly B&Bs and coastal conservation areas best place to stay I hear is The Scarlet Hotel. luxury, adults-only, eco-conscious, and offers accessible rooms. Now I visited Cornwall shortly after the pandemic but never stayed at the Scarlet hotel and I hear it is an eco sanctuary for adults and hope to visit soon.
What you can do here is coastal foraging, Eden Project, art galleries in St Ives, you can even eat at the Hidden Hut locally sourced, beachside dining.
Accessibility Tip: National Trust beaches have all-terrain beach wheelchairs available.
Second destination is Ljubljana, Slovenia and the Eco-Note is that in 2014 it was voted Europe’s Greenest Capital, pedestrian-only city centre. You can stay at B&B Hotel Ljubljana Park which has green-certified, accessible rooms. You can go on Ljubljanica river cruise (accessible), Tivoli Park, day trip to Lake Bled as for eating the organic Market, Druga Violina employs people with disabilities is an accessible market
If you are looking for accessibility sightseeing, Ljubljana Castle funicular is wheelchair accessible.
Third Eco friendly destination I found is Copenhagen, Denmark and its Eco-Note is that it’s the Bike capital of the world, renewable energy-focused city. You can stay at Hotel Ottilia which is eco-certified, stunning accessibility. Visit the Reffen, this is an eco-food market, Tivoli Gardens, Nyhavn.
Here you can enjoy SimpleRAW (vegan, gluten-free options), GRØD (eco-breakfast heaven)
Accessibility Tip: Metro stations are step-free; use DOT Travel App for live accessibility updates