Torrance Beach, Torrance

AfarJul 16

From California to Scotland, These 8 Beaches Are Raising the Bar for Accessibility

Disabled travelers share eight beaches around the world where thoughtful design, inclusive amenities, and accessible infrastructure make it easier for more people to enjoy the coast. Accessibility ...

home to the first beach evacuation warning system in the world

10 things in this story

Torrance BeachSighthome to the first beach evacuation warning system in the world
BEELS (Beach Emergency Evacuation Lights System)Sightbeach evacuation warning system for deaf and hard-of-hearing beachgoers
Elsewhere
Loggerhead Marinelife CenterSightJuno Beach, United Statesoffers dedicated ASL programs led by a deaf staff biologist
Chesterman BeachSightTofino, Canadaremarkably flat with a vast expanse of wet sand at low tide
Wickaninnish InnHotelTofino, Canadaone of the trails to Chesterman Beach winds near it
St. Andrews Beach WheelchairsPlaceSt. Andrews, United Kingdomfree to book online, donations encouraged
Bruce EmbankmentSightSt. Andrews, United Kingdomhas a Changing Places toilet
Las Vistas BeachSightTenerife, Spaingenerous, relaxed accessible area part of the beach experience
Pinnacle GulchSightSonoma County, United Stateslow tide reveals rocky outcrops teeming with marine life
West SandsSightSt. Andrews, United Kingdomhired a beach wheelchair for access

Read the full piece at Afar →

Torrance Beach

In the coverage1 story

From California to Scotland, These 8 Beaches Are Raising the Bar for Accessibility