Travel Tips & Tricks
Whether it is your 1st or 100th family adventure, here are some tips and tricks to help make travel easier. Picking a destination, packing or navigating the airport, we hope these tips and tricks get you going!
Flying with an Autistic Child Is All About Good Preparation
National Autism Awareness Month ended on April 30, just weeks before the summer travel season commences. Sometimes families of children with Autism Spectrum Disorder avoid summer vacation plans which include a flight to their destination--after all, children without this condition often find flying stressful, and autistic children have the added challenge of needing routine and predictability. According to Minitime.com, such concerns are understandable, but there are things you can do to prepare your autistic child for a happy and enjoyable first flight.
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How to prepare your child with Autism Spectrum Disorder for the airport
We've previously discussed safe special needs air travel for children with disabilities, but often, parents' anxieties begin before boarding even begins. Don't let these worries deter your long-awaited family getaway. Here are 8 tips to prepare your child for the airport. Seven Tips to Make Air Travel Easier for Those with Autism Spectrum Disorder
For those that live with autism spectrum disorder, whether living with it yourself, or living with a family member that is autistic, the thought of traveling may be very off putting. Autism can make travel hard due to the bright lights, loud noises, vibrations, and changes in routine. However this change in routine can also be very beneficial to those with autism. Whilst traveling by car may seem less daunting, air travel is sometimes the only option. These seven tips can help make your air travel just that little bit easier. Tips for Traveling to a Foreign Country with Your Special Needs Child There are many different types of travel. You can go somewhere close by for a weekend getaway. Or you can go backpacking to Europe for six months. Depending on where you’re going, you’ll have to prepare in different ways. Plus, you’ll also need to take the requirements of your special needs child into consideration. If you’re planning to travel to a foreign country, here are a few tips to help you prepare: Situations that Call for Courage in Traveling: Flying and Going to a New Country
Nothing expands your mind quite like traveling. And now that we’re so technologically advanced that you can reach the other side of the world in less than a day, there’s no reason why you and your special needs child shouldn’t travel. However, leaving the place you live in can take a certain amount of courage for both, parents and children. No matter where you’re traveling, it’s going to be unfamiliar. You’re not going to know how to do things--what roads to take, what trains to catch or what places to eat in. And if it’s going to be difficult for you, it will definitely also be difficult for your child. How can you both conquer your fear of the unfamiliar and take that leap? Here are a couple of situations that call for courage in traveling: Lessons Learned from Challenging Airplane Travel
Everyone hopes their vacation will go as planned and no issues will be encountered. Unfortunately not all travel occurs flawlessly. This seems to be especially true for those traveling via airplane. Below are lessons learned from challenging airplane travel experiences. Although these airplane issues can't be completely avoided, being prepared to handle them can limit how they affect your overall vacation experience. Special Needs Travel Airline Tips
Toss perfection out the window, many families make the mistake of starting out with the vision of the perfect family vacation. Stay relaxed this is the most important thing you can do, as you are relaxed your child will be relaxed. Rarely if ever do travel plans go accordingly anyways. Most great memories come from the surprises during travel anyways. 3 Things to Consider Before Traveling With Disabilities Overseas
Traveling with disabilities in the United States can present some difficulties, but at least there are laws and building codes that help ensure all people can enjoy themselves. For instance, public buildings must have ramps or elevators for people who cannot walk up stairs. Parking lots also have to set aside a certain number of spaces for drivers with handicaps. Travelers with disabilities don't always get the same benefits when they travel overseas. That makes it important for travel planners to do a little extra research before finalizing reservations. Special Needs Travel: How To Plan A Memorable Vacation
Taking your child on vacation is not something you should avoid just because he has special needs. While the traveling may take some extra planning and a little adjustment, it can still be enjoyable. The following tips can help you plan your vacation with special needs travel in mind. |
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