Our mission

Our mission is to fundamentally transform the travel and tourism industry by championing accessibility, inclusivity, and equality for individuals with disabilities. We aspire to break down barriers and shatter the limitations that have traditionally hindered disabled travelers from fully experiencing the wonders of the world.

Our vision is to create a world where travel is a boundless, empowering adventure for everyone, regardless of their abilities, and where every step of the journey embodies the spirit of inclusivity and accessibility.

“It’s not my wheelchair that makes me feel disabled. It’s the barriers.”

John Sage

Awards and Recognition

Winner of Travel Weekly’s Tour Operator of the Year (2019 & 2025)

Accessible Travel Solutions (ATS) was recognized as Tour Operator of the Year by Travel Weekly in 2016 and 2025, one of the most prestigious awards in the travel industry. This recognition highlights excellence in accessible travel planning, the quality of services provided, and a continued commitment to delivering exceptional experiences to customers.

Travel Weekly Magellan Awards logo. On the left is a black stylized trophy silhouette topped with a globe. To the right, the text is stacked in three lines: 'TRAVEL WEEKLY' in red, followed by 'MAGELLAN' in large black capital letters, and 'AWARDS' in a smaller black font at the bottom.
CEO John Sage in a red sweater holds up a "2025 Travel Weekly Magellan Awards" gold trophy with a glass orb, standing in front of the Segovia Aqueduct in Spain. The mood is joyful and celebratory.
CEO John Sage, in his wheelchair and wearing a red sweater, joyfully raises the "2025 Travel Weekly Magellan Awards" trophy at the stone archway of the Royal Palace in Madrid, Spain, while others walk behind him.
"2025 Travel Weekly Magellan Awards" golden trophy with a globe on top, standing on a stone wall. Background shows a scenic landscape of trees and distant hills under a clear blue sky.
Travel Unity logo. A central yellow circle contains the text 'TRAVEL UNITY' in black. Surrounding the circle is a sun-like ring made of stylized black figures of people holding hands, representing a diverse community.
CEO John Sage in a blue suit and red tie sits in a his wheelchair against a backdrop with "Travel Unity" logos.
CEO John Sage in a suit and tie sit in his wheelchair with his wife red dress, smiling at a Travel Unity event. The backdrop features the Travel Unity logo.
Seven people pose in front of a "Travel Unity" backdrop, smiling and holding yellow certificates. One of them is ATS CEO John Sage in his wheelchair. The mood is celebratory and proud.
Winner of Travel Unity’s Inclusion Champion of the Year (2025)

John Sage was recognized as Inclusion Champion of the Year by Travel Unity in 2025, in recognition of his commitment to inclusion and accessibility in travel. This award highlights his leadership and efforts in promoting more accessible travel, contributing to a more inclusive experience for people with diverse needs.

John Sage (CEO) – only male winner of the Women Leading Tourism Award (2026)

The Women Leading Tourism Award is particularly meaningful. Women Leading Tourism traditionally recognizes women in our industry, and each year they choose one man whose work has actively supported and advanced women in tourism leadership.

The award highlights individuals who not only succeed in their field but also create opportunities, promote inclusion, and help elevate others. It reflects a broader commitment within the tourism industry to encourage diversity, empower women, and foster more inclusive leadership.

Being recognized through this award represents not just professional achievement, but also a dedication to supporting positive change and growth within the industry.

Women Leading Tourism (WLT) logo. The acronym 'WLT' is displayed on the left in large, bold blue capital letters. To its right, the full name 'Women Leading Tourism' is written in a smaller, lighter blue serif font, stacked in three lines.
A woman in a bright red suit stands beside the CEO John Sage smiling in his wheelchair wearing a blue suit. They pose against a backdrop with "Fitur Woman."
CEO John Sage in red sweater holds a "WLT Friendly" award, standing in front of the historic stone arches of a Roman aqueduct.