Trip with “assistance” – we just got back from a Brest/BKK round-trip in business class with Air France, and the assistance went really smoothly, both in PAR and BKK.
But at an outrageous price: over 4,000 € per person.
Next time, in November, we’re going with Thaiways, departing from PAR.
Question: if I book Brest/PAR with Air France and then BKK with Thai, will the assistance system still work between the two airlines?
Air France and Thai Airways haven’t had any agreement since 2005, so you’ll need to collect your luggage at Roissy Terminal 2 and make your way to Terminal 1 using the CDGval to check in with Thai Airways on your own.
Since the Thai Airways flight departs around 12:30 PM or 11:30 AM depending on the season, you’ll likely need to arrive the day before and book a hotel at CDG. You must be at check-in 3 hours before departure. Unless there’s an early morning flight from Brest around 6:30 AM/7:00 AM, but that’s still risky.
Just a reminder, Air Calin also flies direct from CDG to Bangkok. Check prices depending on your dates.
If you mean you're a passenger who needs assistance at the airport, you'll have to make the request with both airlines, but yes, it's possible.
If you're heading to Rennes, you also have options via Amsterdam.
Unless there’s an early morning flight from Brest around 6:30/7:00 AM, but it’s still risky.
Yes, there is one, but I agree with you—it’s always a bit risky.
Driving to Paris is often the best option for quality service outside the SkyTeam network, which western Brittany residents are pretty much captive customers of.
With a budget and for peace of mind, taking a taxi isn’t out of the question either. From Rennes, you’re looking at 700 to 900 € per trip to Roissy Airport. It might seem expensive, but it’s a service, a comfort, and it can be split among three passengers. Compared to flight tickets costing 3000 or 4000 €, it might just be worth it.
If you’re flying business class on Thai Airways, you don’t *really* need to be there three hours early, though it’d be a shame to miss out on the Star Alliance lounge, which was recently redone.
I wanted to share a tip I noticed during a 5-day stay in Rome: access to all national museums and sites like the Colosseum or the Vatican Museums is free and doesn’t require a reservation for the person holding a CMI card and their companion.
Depending on the site, you can still book online, or you can call the museum’s reservation service—they have French-speaking staff. But it’s not mandatory.
The reason I was given over the phone: The Italian Disability Card includes the percentage of disability level, and only those with the most significant disabilities benefit from it. Since other countries (including France) don’t specify this, all tourists with a CMI card are entitled to it.
I’ll add that every time, the staff is lovely and bends over backwards to make access easier for you.
Hello, I’d like to take a trip for my 70th birthday this winter, but I’m looking for itineraries with a few days (1 or 2) at each stop to rest. I’ve recently had a stroke and, unfortunately, can’t travel the way I used to. So, I’m looking for itineraries that aren’t too demanding but still let me and my husband explore something new. We’ve traveled quite a bit before and would love to do one last trip (South America…). Thanks for your help!
Hi there.
I’m looking for a solo trip to Greece or its islands very soon—hotels or resorts that are wheelchair-accessible, with adapted rooms and bathrooms.
I’d love to soak up the Greek atmosphere and eat well.
Any recommendations would be especially welcome.
Lupeta.
I’m going to Amsterdam alone for 5 days.
I’d like to know if, as a disabled person with a French CMI card, I can get free entry to museums (I’m planning to visit 4). If not, would you recommend the city card?
I won’t be using public transport but will get around on foot or by taxi.
I’m also thinking of visiting Haarlem and the Frans Hals Museum. I’ll take the train.
Thanks for your help!
This is my first time traveling alone since my difficulties 😉
My disabled friend needs a walking cane to get around.
We’re taking a flight soon, and I was wondering if he needs to show a medical prescription to keep it at boarding, or if his disability card alone is enough. When I booked the tickets on Ryanair, I didn’t mention his disability ???...........Thanks for any advice!
Hello,
we’re planning a three-week trip to Brazil.
What sights and accommodations would you recommend, given we’re a couple with mom in a wheelchair and two older teens, and we’d like to visit:
-Iguazu Falls
-Rio de Janeiro (Sugarloaf Mountain, Christ the Redeemer, old town... and a beach)
-Salvador de Bahia
-if possible, another city further north like Recife or Natal
We’ll arrive in São Paulo, where we’ll visit the young Brazilian woman we had the chance to host during her high school year in France.
It’s hard to gauge hotel accessibility from France (bathroom photos aren’t very telling and worry us...)
Another concern: domestic flights in Brazil.
We’re traveling as a family from July 2 to 16, including one adult in a wheelchair.
Do you know the must-see spots in Montréal, Quebec City, Saguenay, and the surrounding areas that are wheelchair-accessible?
We’ve had to book hotel rooms, often in chains, to ensure accessible showers (elevators, etc.).
Here’s where we’re staying: Montréal – Saint-Jérôme (since we’re coming back from Parc Omega) – Trois-Rivières – Saguenay/Chicoutimi – Tadoussac – L’Île-aux-Coudres – Quebec City, so you get an idea of our route.
We’re planning a family trip to Tokyo for late October 2026, and I’d love your advice on organizing this stay. Here’s some info to give you a better idea of our situation:
• There’ll be two adults (one with a mild mobility impairment, which makes long walks tricky) and a child who’ll be 13 at the time.
• We’d like to spend around 15 days there to explore temples, traditional Japanese culture, and, of course, the world of manga and video games.
My questions:
1. Weather in October: What’s the climate like during that period? Should we pack any specific clothing?
2. Flight bookings: When’s the best time to book? And, in your opinion, is it better to fly from Paris or Brussels?
3. Accommodation: We prefer Airbnb-style rentals or similar. Which neighborhoods do you recommend for good location without too much commuting?
4. Trip duration: Are 15 days enough for a first trip?
5. Accessibility: Any specific tips for someone who struggles with long walks (accessible transport, routes, etc.)?
6. Other recommendations: Must-visit spots in Tokyo (or nearby) for a family that loves manga, temples, and Japanese culture?
I’m feeling a bit overwhelmed starting the preparations, so any advice or personal experiences would be super helpful. Thanks in advance for your help!
My husband has a disability following a stroke. He walks with a cane and gets tired easily. Do you think we could travel to Armenia? Are Yerevan and the museums accessible for people with reduced mobility? Is the Geghard Monastery accessible? Thanks.
