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!
Travel Tips: Traveling with A Child that has Autism Spectrum Disorder
Traveling with kids is not always easy, but taking a child on vacation that has Autism Spectrum Disorder takes a bit more preparation. In general, kids with autism like structure and routines. Vacations are a break from routine and can be bothersome for children on the spectrum. You can make your trip more enjoyable by following the tips that follow.
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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. 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. Therapeutic Vacation Ideas for Your Special Needs Family
Pack your bags! There is no time for worrying about traveling with special needs since the trip can be therapeutic. Just think of your vacation as a fun therapy session. Whether your family member has been diagnosed with ADHD, Autism, or Cerebral Palsy, there are vacation ideas that will help your loved one thrive on the trip, and when they get back. Don’t miss out on a great trip because of a special needs family member. Instead, embrace the disability and focus your trip around it. Here are some ideas to help you get started on your next vacation. Courage in Traveling: Packing
Traveling with your family can feel overwhelming. It requires planning and preparation which may be difficult to fit into your already busy life. However, traveling as a family is an important way to bond and create memories that will last a lifetime. Consider the following packing tips that will help give you courage in traveling as a family. You can do it! Prepare Well, Be Democratic and Soothe Anxieties
Some of the worst travel experiences include family vacations when everyone seems to fight and skiing vacations that turn to mush because of rain. If you’re traveling with a special needs child, you can run into very specific problems such as the inability to find your child’s medication or the lack of facilities for those with physical challenges. Your vacation is meant to be a fun time for you and your family. So avoid those worst travel experiences by considering the following tips: Creating Family Memories Through Travel: Photography, Souvenirs and Journaling
Everyone wants to create family memories through travel. However, those memories are best preserved when you bring back mementos from your vacations. It’s easy enough to take photos, shoot video, buy a few postcards or keep a journal. Yet, many of us don’t take the time to do so because we’re too busy enjoying ourselves in the moment. Of course, it’s a good idea to take in everything that’s around you but if you were to just follow a few tips, you could bring back the memories of your family vacation and be able to relive them whenever you liked. How to Avoid Unwelcome Surprises When Traveling
The family vacation. A time of relaxation and rest, but too often also a time of stress and mishaps. The internet is full of horror stories that depict travel going wrong. Fortunately, by taking some pre-vacation precautions, you can make sure that you won't end up on a TV show about the worst travel experiences. 3 Tips to Create Family Memories Through Travel
Every family wants to look back on their vacation and have fond memories. Sometimes, however, vacations are ruined, either because of practical reasons (lost luggage) or because your family members just can’t seem to agree on things. Traveling is never going to be perfect; you’re always going to come across issues that you hadn’t anticipated. However, this doesn’t mean that you can’t overcome them and have a good time all the same. It’s important to take everything in your stride, from the kid throwing up next to you on the plane to getting lost when you step out in a new city. Here are a few tips that might help you to maintain your sangfroid and create family memories through travel: Enhancing the Creation of Family Memories Through Travel
When most people think back to previous years they often overlook the daily events but fondly remember the unusual. A family trip provides an opportunity to create memories that will last for many years to come. The normal routine is set aside while the family experiences a new location. Consider these tips for creating family memories through travel. |
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