large print maps

[marvin12]

Could anyone tell me if they have large print maps of the parks and resorts. I have pattern dystrophy, Which makes it hard to see things right in front of me. Any info on this would be a big help...Thank you.

 

[SueM in MN]

There is nothing listed in the Guidebook for Guests with Disabilities about large print maps.
One thing I know people have done in the past is used the digital maps available online and printed them larger. I don't know how well it worked, but it is worth a try.

You could also contact WDW and ask for maps to be sent. If they don't have any large type ones, have them send the regular ones. They can enlarge them for you at someplace like Kinkos.

 

[mechurchlady]

I was searching Disney site and oh joy that was fun. I found something there that is verified at http://www.allearsnet.com/pl/vision2.htm

You can also find a large-format park map featuring both Braille as well as large-print in several locations of each park, which come in very handy for the visually-impaired traveler to orient themselves. One can always be found at the main Guest services branch, while a second (and sometimes third) map can be found elsewhere in each park.

There is a $25 deposit to get a braille guidebook it seems. AS Sue pointed out it is cheapest and easiest to use those maps, zoom in and then copy them. You can then on the map put stickers or use markers to mark areas of interest.

This site seems to have brighter colours but then again it might be me.
http://www.squidoo.com/walt_disney_world_resort_park_maps/

 

[marvin12]

WOW... Thank you both for such great information. This board is the best. What a big help.That should make it a litte easier for me.

 

[SueM in MN]

I was searching Disney site and oh joy that was fun. I found something there that is verified at http://www.allearsnet.com/pl/vision2.htm



There is a $25 deposit to get a braille guidebook it seems. AS Sue pointed out it is cheapest and easiest to use those maps, zoom in and then copy them. You can then on the map put stickers or use markers to mark areas of interest.

This site seems to have brighter colours but then again it might be me.
http://www.squidoo.com/walt_disney_world_resort_park_maps/

That is not a portable map though. That is a permanent tactile map in each park that includes large print, Braille and outlines of the maps that you can feel.
I don't have any pictures of the maps, but since they are made primarily for people who are blind, they may not be all that helpful for the OP. The large type is not made with a lot of contrast to the background. It is made primarily so someone who can read it by touch can do so.
The disABILITIES FAQs thread near the top of the board includes a link to the WDW web information for guests with visual disabilities where the information is from.