The tabifolk Newsletter — February, 2026
Korea without barriers, fun in Florianópolis, and the best portable ramps tested!
Hey all—how’s it going? It’s great to be back with you for another monthly edition of the tabifolk newsletter.
I’m pretty excited this month: my brother has just arrived from the UK for a visit, and I’m looking forward to showing him all the amazing things southern Brazil has to offer. I’ll be keeping a close eye on accessibility everywhere we go, including the coastal city of Florianópolis and the mountainous regions of Rio Grande do Sul.
Sadly, this part of Brazil is often overshadowed by places like Rio de Janeiro—especially at this time of year, when carnival season is in full swing. But that doesn’t mean it isn’t worth visiting. In fact, I discovered today at a tourist information center at the airport that there’s an alarming shortage of accessibility information—something I’m keen to help change. I hope that in future tabifolk newsletters, you’ll enjoy reading about what I uncover along the way!
Signing out,
@Anthony_TWIA (tabifolk’s Culture & Communications Curator)
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Exploring Korea Without Barriers: A New Initiative from KTO to Enhance Accessibility for Tourists in Gangneung and Across the Country
The Korea Tourism Organization (KTO) is leading an exciting campaign, aiming to reshape the country’s tourism landscape by encouraging more inclusive travel experiences.
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Interesting feedback regarding hotels…
When we asked, “What’s the first thing you look for in an accessible hotel?” the answers were varied. Some travelers need elevators; others are tired of generic stock photos that hide the “nitty-gritty” details like bed height or door width.
But the overwhelming response? It’s all about the bathroom. More specifically, people want to see photos of the actual bathroom they’ll be using. It sounds like a basic request, yet even in 2026, finding this information remains surprisingly difficult.
Tell us what YOU think. We’d love to know!
Handy for Travel — The Best Portable Wheelchair Ramps
While they’re not always as easy to tote around as the word “portable” suggests, these compact ramps can be life-changing for wheelchair users. In this practical read, 10 different ramps are put to the test by 10 real people (a modest sample, admittedly) before a clear winner emerges.
And finally, some trivia knowledge…
Ever notice the giant numbers on airport runways? They’re not lane markers—they’re a built-in compass. Each number shows the runway’s magnetic heading, rounded to the nearest ten degrees. A runway pointing east (90°) becomes 09; one facing south (180°) is 18. It’s a simple, universal system that lets pilots orient instantly, no translation needed.
The twist? Those numbers don’t last forever. Earth’s magnetic poles slowly drift, so airports periodically repaint runways to match the updated readings. It’s a quiet but crucial update—proof that even the ground beneath an airplane has to adapt to a changing planet.