Quality leisure time is not accessible to everyone: the challenges faced by people with disabilities

Thursday, Nov 28, 2024

Delfi

Spanish beach accessibility needs improvement, despite Blue Flag recognition for environmental standards.

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A woman notes that while Spain has developed accessible facilities for people with disabilities in areas like beaches, significant improvements are needed, citing issues such as the need for advance reservations, parking difficulties, limited assistance, and inconsistent service quality between provincial towns and major cities like Malaga. She states that accessibility has improved since she first arrived, but service quality depends on government budget allocations. Disability associations are requesting improvements that enhance the general living experience, such as ensuring pedestrian paths to the water. Separately, the Blue Flag certification, an international quality mark for beaches, requires municipalities to meet standards for water quality, environmental education, safety, and service accessibility. Spain currently has the most Blue Flag beaches globally. In Lithuania, seven beaches were awarded the Blue Flag in 2024. The Blue Flag program mandates various criteria, including testing water quality in accredited laboratories, maintaining cleanliness with adequate waste disposal, providing facilities like toilets, and ensuring safety and service accessibility.

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