Wheel the World (wheeltheworld.com) is an online travel agency that helps people with disabilities find and book travel experiences in accessible destinations.
The Wheel the World Destination Verified program is a collaboration between Wheel the World, and destination marketing organizations like Travel Butler County. Through the partnership, Wheel the World sent an expert mapper from their team to explore, experience and assess more than 70 Butler County hotels, attractions, and local businesses.
The partnership supports Wheel the World users in researching destinations, booking hotels, and finding information and activities that best match individual travel needs.
“Travel Butler County is thrilled to have Butler County be recognized as Ohio’s first Wheel the World Destination Verified location,” said Tracy Kocher, president & CEO of Travel Butler County. “This achievement reflects a continued commitment to enhancing the travel experience for visitors to explore with confidence and enjoy new experiences in Butler County’s vibrant communities.”
Once a destination becomes “Destination Verified” by Wheel the World, it means that travelers can expect detailed and accurate accessibility information to assist in making travel decisions and plans. Each Butler County location was evaluated on more than 100 items ranging from obstacle-free travel, hotel bed height, signage, and more to better accommodate travelers with mobility, vision, hearing, sensory and other needs.
Kathryn Rawlinson, vice president of marketing and communications at Travel Butler County, said becoming the first Destination Verified location in Ohio is a milestone for Butler County, reinforcing Travel Butler County’s continued commitment to enhancing travel experiences, growing tourism’s impact locally, and welcoming travelers to our vibrant communities.
Visitors can find more information on the Butler County page of Wheel the World’s website: https://wheeltheworld.com/accessible-travel/usa/ohio/butler-county
“Traveling should be an opportunity for everyone to experience joy and find new adventures. By removing barriers and uncertainty, we open Butler County to more visitors that can travel with confidence, create new memories, support local businesses, and continue growing Butler County’s tourism economy,” she said.
The Destination Verified also supports local businesses by equipping them with insights and resources.
“Pyramid Hill Sculpture Park is delighted to be part of Butler County becoming a Wheel the World Destination Verified location,” said Sarah Templeton Wilson, executive director at Pyramid Hill Sculpture Park. “Art and Nature are for everyone. The information Wheel the World provided will help the park serve the whole community better through accessibility upgrades and visitor information. Being included in this great initiative has allowed us to highlight both the park and Butler County as a destination that welcomes all visitors.”