Accessibility in tourism: A case of Ephesus
Öz
Tourists with physical disabilities intend to visit tourism sites just like those without disabilities. Due to the increasing number of disabilities, tourists' understanding of "tourism for all" has an important effect on society. The study addresses the problems encountered by individuals with physical disabilities in Ephesus. This study allows the observer to understand the perspective of the individuals being studied and to try to obtain the closest understanding of how they perceive life. To achieve this goal, qualitative research methods and techniques such as participant observation, life stories, and document analysis are generally used. In the context of disabled tourism, according to the opinions received from stakeholders about Ephesus, it has been stated that disabled individuals will not have the intention to visit if they cannot walk around comfortably. In this direction, the researchers first toured the area themselves with wheelchairs, took notes, and photographed the deficiencies they encountered. It is emphasized that ramps should be built for physically disabled individuals in Ephesus and that broken areas should be rearranged according to international regulations.
Anahtar Kelimeler
tourism, disabled tourism, heritage tourism, accessibity in tourism, ephesus
Etik Beyan
This study was conducted with official permissions obtained from the Selçuk District Governorship of the Republic of Türkiye, the Governorship of the Republic of Türkiye, and the General Directorate of Cultural Heritage and Museums. TO&RE Journal has no responsibility in the event of a situation contrary to what is declared, and all responsibility belongs to the researchers.
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