Irish Ferries, Ireland’s leading ferry operator, has partnered with AsIAm, Ireland's Autism Charity, to offer discounted travel for AsIAm Autism ID Card holders on all routes going forward.
Announcing the news on World Autism Day, Irish Ferries has confirmed that AsIAm members will now receive:
- 15% off travel on routes across the Irish Sea (Dublin/Holyhead, and Rosslare/Pembroke).
- 10% off all other routes to France (Dublin/Cherbourg and Dover/Calais).
Nicola Hammond, Irish Ferries Customer Services Manager, said: “In celebration of World Autism Day we are delighted to announce these special discounts for AsIAm ID Card holders and their family or carers who travel with them. This latest initiative is part of our ongoing commitment to inclusion, ensuring that everyone travelling with Irish Ferries feels cared for, whatever their needs or requirements.”
Adam Harris, CEO of AsIAm, said: “We are proud to partner with Irish Ferries to help make ferry travel more affordable and accessible for our community. Partnerships such as this make a real difference in creating a more inclusive society, ensuring that those with Autism, and their families and carers, feel supported, valued, and welcomed.”
To avail of the discount, AsIAm ID Card holders must:
- Book their ferry journey through the Irish Ferries website.
- Email Irish Ferries and share the booking reference number and a copy of their AsIAm Autism ID card.
- Once approved, AsIAm Autism ID card holders will receive the discount which will be refunded to the payment card used for the booking. Please note, only one discount can be applied per booking.
Irish Ferries’ partnership with AsIAm complements its ongoing participation in the Sunflower Lanyard scheme which enables crew on all Irish Ferries routes to readily identify people on-board with hidden disabilities who may require extra help, time or assistance.
For more information, please visit www.irishferries.com
