Recap: [In-Person] Mauritius, September 29, Accessible Airports Challenge - SSR International Airport Mauritius

:wheelchair_symbol: Accessible Airports Challenge :airplane: – Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport :mauritius: :dodo: :mauritius:

Hello peeps!

Thanks to the inspiring Accessible Airports Challenge by @AnshukMitra, I had the opportunity to explore and discover new features at Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport. I was pleased to conduct my first accessibility-focused meetup there. Even without attendees, it was a valuable chance to explore the surroundings and notice details that often go overlooked. This walkthrough aims to highlight how well-equipped, accessible, and inclusive the airport is.

Some photos were taken on different dates, as secured areas are not open to the public or authorized for photography. The meetup focused on exterior spaces, while other pictures were captured during my departure and arrival this month. Interestingly, while taking photos, I even sparked curiosity from a few passersby who showed genuine interest in the initiative. More visuals will follow once I complete the collage.

I won’t write much after that, the images speak louder than words. Here’s the quick checklist explored :

A rewarding solo exploration with valuable insights :smiling_face_with_three_hearts: SSR International Airport shows strong accessibility features. More images and updates to come later…

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Thanks for sharing @SwetaDhondoo .. It’s great to see that many features that are accessible for disability persons are available here. Good to know that you join Accessible Airports challenge and nail it!

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Hi @SwetaDhondoo ,I really loved going through your recap. :100: Doing the whole meetup alone is never easy, but you handled it so well. The photos you shared say it all — you really put your best into it. Hats off for the effort and the way you captured every detail, it’s super inspiring! :raising_hands: Honestly, felt like I was there with you while reading it. :sparkles:

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Great initiative @SwetaDhondoo . Really informative :+1:

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Amazing Post @SwetaDhondoo on accessibility points on Mauritius airport. Thank you for sharing with us.

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Wonderful post, @SwetaDhondoo
I’m sorry that you didn’t have the company of a fellow Local Guide at your very first meetup, but don’t be disheartened, because the same thing happened to me when I hosted my first meetup in Karachi.

Still, I say this with great hope that this will prove to be a wonderful beginning.

To my knowledge, this is the very first Local Guides meetup in Mauritius. My old friends can correct me if I’m wrong, but either way, I’m very happy that you highlighted your amazing contributions not only on Google Maps but also here on Local Guides Connect.

I also hope that your contributions from Mauritius will become a great source of inspiration for many more people , especially the efforts you are making for accessibility in your country.

Keep inspiring, keep contributing.

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Very detailed Post, Honestly, I usually don’t pay much attention to the facilities available at airports, but your post completely changed my perspective. From now on, I’ll start noticing and valuing these accessibilities whenever I travel @SwetaDhondoo Thanks for sharing

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Very well curated post @SwetaDhondoo

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@SwetaDhondoo
Wow sweta very vilgilant, thanks for sharing it about Mauritius Airport Accessiblity.

Well said we should be careful at restrict area for security of our country .Some area in airport it’s restricted to take photography.We should respect it for our country security.
Thanks :folded_hands: for sharing beautiful pics.

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Fantastic Post @SwetaDhondoo

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Thanks for sharing this awesome story, @SwetaDhondoo
It’s really nice to see the scenery of a place far away from my country and to know how Mauritius shapes its international airport to strengthen its identity as a country that accessible for everyone.

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Wonderful description @SwetaDhondoo
Nicely articulated and shown the details of accessibility features.
Good pictorial representation.
Thanks for sharing.
Regards
Anil6969

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Thanks for sharing this very useful accessibility check of the beautiful airport @SwetaDhondoo

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