The 2024 TravelAbility Summit, hosted in San Francisco at the Argonaut Hotel, brought together industry leaders, innovators, and accessibility advocates to shape the future of inclusive travel. Our CEO, Kerri Johnson, was among the attendees, who seized the opportunity to network with top minds in the field, including Jake Steinman, the “godfather of accessible travel.” This annual event underscores the travel industry’s growing commitment to accessibility, emphasizing its value as an essential service and a significant market opportunity.
The summit featured cutting-edge research, assistive technology showcases, and discussions about universal design in travel. Wheel the World demonstrated their role in advancing accessibility by providing detailed, verified data on hotels and attractions across 250 destinations, making travel planning more seamless for people with disabilities. These insights align with GOMO’s mission to normalize assisted travel and make the entire world accessible to anyone who wants to see it. Innovative projects like Tourism for All, a collaboration between Visit Charlottesville and TripAdvisor, highlighted how data analytics and user feedback can measure the success of accessibility efforts. Similarly, the INNOVATEAble showcase featured practical solutions, from navigation apps to adaptive sports equipment, that redefine the travel landscape.
In addition, several presentations on accessible travel habits provided actionable insights into this growing market, emphasizing how inclusive practices can drive both customer satisfaction and business success. These findings will guide our efforts to implement better accommodations and services for all our clients.
Our participation in the summit reinforced our commitment to evolving with the industry. We’re excited to integrate these innovative practices and technologies into our offerings, ensuring that travel becomes not only easier but also more enjoyable and empowering for everyone. By collaborating with pioneers and learning from their successes, we continue to make inclusive travel a reality for you, the GOMO Traveler.
All in all, the 2024 Travel Ability Summit was an invaluable experience!