New Directions for people with disabilities, inc. (New Directions Travel) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization providing local, national, and international travel vacations and holiday programs for adults and seniors who have brain impairments such as mild to moderate developmental and/or intellectual disabilities, cerebral palsy, Down Syndrome and autism. Since 1985, we have taken over 20,000 people with special needs on tours all over the world.
- These profoundly enriching educational travel opportunities expand experiential learning and dramatically enhance the self-esteem of every traveler. Our programs open whole new worlds of understanding for both the participants and the general population.
-Through these programs, people with disabilities are increasingly understood, appreciated and accepted as important and contributing members of our world.