Travelers with Disabilities -- Many hotels and restaurants in Georgia provide easy access for persons with disabilities. However, it's always a good idea to call ahead to make sure.
The Georgia Governor's Developmental Disabilities Council (tel. 888/275-4233; www.gcdd.org) may also be of help. The Georgia Department of Industry, Trade & Tourism publishes a guide, Georgia on My Mind, that lists attractions and accommodations with access for persons with disabilities. To receive a copy, contact Tour Georgia, P.O. Box 1776, Atlanta, GA 30301 (tel. 800/VISIT-GA, ext. 1903; www.georgia.org/Travel).
For transportation within Georgia, individuals with disabilities can contact Handicapped Driver Services (tel. 877/437-8267 or 770/422-9674; www.hdsvans.com) or Wheelchair Getaways, Inc. (tel. 800/554-6893; www.wheelchairgetaways.com).
Gay & Lesbian Travelers -- Atlanta is famous for its thriving gay community. You can access its gay offerings through the listings and articles in the Southern Voice. Call tel. 404/876-1819 or go to www.sovo.com for information about distribution points throughout the South and gay resources and activities in Atlanta.
Family Travel -- All Georgia visitor centers offer discount coupons for families, as well as the Atlanta Street Map & Visitors Guide. Families might also pick up the book A Guide for Family Activities, by Denise Black, with a host of ideas and activities for children in the Metro Atlanta area. Another local guide is called Fun Family Vacations -- Southeast.
