Atlas Travels is excited to announce it has joined the global Hidden Disabilities Sunflower.

The team, currently comprising 40 dedicated staff members and growing, have taken the hidden disabilities training and is looking forward to supporting customers with non-visible disabilities in making the best travel bookings for them.

Furthermore, when customers with non-visible disabilities book a holiday, they will receive a supportive travel pack, including items like a Sunflower lanyard and a wristband, enhancing their travel experience and giving them the choice to choose when and where to wear them.

Atlas Travels specialises in designing personalised travel experiences that leave lasting memories. Their commitment lies in offering high-quality, bespoke travel packages that meet their clients' varied preferences and requirements. The comprehensive services include arranging flights, hotel stays, transportation, guided tours, and more.

Being part of the Sunflower network supports Atlas Travels inclusion objectives in the following ways:

  • Promoting Awareness and Understanding: The Sunflower initiative brings attention to invisible disabilities, fostering a more inclusive environment through increased awareness and understanding.
  • Supporting Inclusivity and Equality: By joining this initiative, we stand for social equality, advocating for equal opportunities and respect for everyone, regardless of their abilities.
  • Encouraging Empathy and Compassion: Our support for the Sunflower initiative nurtures empathy and compassion within the community, urging a considerate approach towards the diverse challenges others face.
  • Empowering Individuals with Disabilities: This initiative offers a symbol of understanding and potential assistance to those with disabilities, allowing for discreet acknowledgement of their needs.

Fayaz Abubaker, CEO said:

“At Atlas Travels, our journey goes beyond destinations; it's about creating inclusive travel experiences for everyone. Today, we're proud to announce we have joined the global Hidden Disabilities Sunflower a program close to our hearts.

Our decision to join hands with the Sunflower is deeply personal. My beautiful daughter, Alayna, has autism, a hidden disability that, despite its unseen nature, comes with unique challenges. As a father, I've navigated the balance of wanting to explore the world with my daughter while respecting her need for routine and familiarity.

The Hidden Disabilities Sunflower is recognised in over 230 airports across 30 countries, and expanding has been a game changer for us. The program, helped through products like lanyards and badges, provides a universally recognised symbol for those with non-visible disabilities.

Being recognised at the airport and given the support, time and understanding that wearing the Sunflower lifts the difficult aspects of travel, allowing Alayna to move freely and comfortably.

I share my story as evidence of the program's value and to shed light on its potential to transform lives. As a father who was once uncertain between the desire to explore and the need to maintain routine, the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower has made life massively easier. It's a lifeline that ensures my daughter's travel experiences are not spoiled by unnecessary stress.

Being a member of the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower is not just a business decision; it's a commitment to raising awareness and supporting individuals with non-visible disabilities. We understand the challenges these travellers face, and our goal is to make their journeys easy, hassle-free, and, most importantly, complete.

If you or someone you know has a non-visible disability, our trained team of professionals are here to organise travel that accommodates your unique needs. Together, let's ensure that no one is left behind due to routine or challenges associated with a non-visible disability.”

 

Learn more about the wide range of travel adventures Atlas Travels offers by visiting their website.

 

 

Become a Sunflower Member in six easy steps

  1. Create a business account
  2. Choose and purchase a Sunflower membership
  3. Schedule an onboarding call with our dedicated support team*
  4. Train at least 80% of your workforce using our Sunflower training videos
  5. Choose and purchaseSunflower wearer and ally products
  6. Launch your business as Sunflower-friendly

*depends on  your Sunflower Membership level