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There are defining moments in everyone’s life, moments that retrospectively change your course forever. The catalyst for my extensive travel happened when my older son was in third grade, trying to memorize the details and epochs of the Mayan and Aztec civilizations. He was sitting in his room pensively but puzzled, trying to grasp the finer points of their art, societies, and customs. His failed attempts to learn the material were compounded by his recent diagnosis of multiple learning difficulties; while he was successful at mastering basic mathematical and verbal skills, he could not progress properly in social studies. Now he was in … [Read more]
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Experiencing Jetblue’s program “Wings for Independence” for autistic kids
Many of you might have heard by now of JetBlue's new program to introduce autistic kids to flying called "Wings for Independence'. In case you were wondering of how it actually felt to be there -here's a first-hand account from our reader, Jessica … [Read More...]
Autisticglobetrotting’s ten favorite things to do in London
When someone asked me the other day what to do with her kids in London, it brought back memories of our kids' first visit. Here are some of their all-time favorite activities (they've been several times since then) that are suitable for most … [Read More...]
Eight easy steps to help you bounce back from your vacation
Ever wondered how you reduce the stress and chaos that ensues your family's return from vacation ? The trick lies in assessing what you and your family will need and preparing ahead of time. Combating fatigue Plan nothing for the first day … [Read More...]
Old Jaffa 2.0 :Reliving childhood memories with the kids
Ever thought of taking your kids to a place you've lived in time to revisit it through their eyes? I did that on our recent trip to Tel Aviv, Israel with my two teen sons, had fun, and even learnt a few pointers along the … [Read More...]
Budget Travel-Flying Air Berlin
I decided to give Air Berlin a try for two reasons: cheap pricing, and the fact they had the only direct flights from Tegel Airport in Berlin, Germany to the Ben Gurion airport in Tel Aviv,Israel. The directness of the flight route was of special … [Read More...]
How shopping for souvenirs can benefit your autistic child
Like most parents, Iam always searching for new opportunities to teach my autistic teen useful life skills. I was delighted when I realized that even the seemingly mundane hobby of souvenir collecting could actually be beneficial to his … [Read More...]
Top suggestions on how the travel industry can increase autistic travel
While it is generally considered a good idea, having a plan A and a plan B is imperative for any successful family vacation with an autistic child. Special need getaways involve systematic minute-by-minute detail planning, along with never ignoring … [Read More...]
Taxi Tales
One of my biggest fears while travelling is being involved in a car accident and landing with my autistic globetrotter in a foreign hospital setting. However, both my husband and I don’t really want to drive around much during our vacations, … [Read More...]
Hotel with Heart of Gold-Q&A with David Intercontinental Tel Aviv
During Jeffrey’s and my stay at the Intercontinental David in Tel-Aviv last month, I was enthralled by the heightened autism awareness the staff practiced towards us, and gave my glowing review to the front door manager. He smiled, telling me that … [Read More...]
Four concepts we enjoyed on Royal Caribbean’s Freedom of the Seas
In an effort to retain a loyal fan base and gain some new followers, cruise lines often try to innovate and renovate continuously. During our cruise on Royal Caribbean’s Freedom of the Seastwo months ago, we noticed four noteworthy changes that … [Read More...]
Sea trekking in the Grand Caymans
The frigid water was a sharp contrast to the balmy weather of the Caymans, I thought, stepping into the seas. Soon after plunging, a white, bulky helmet was thrust upon me, necessary apparel in order to … [Read More...]
Don’t pick on the condiments,play with them!
From the month our children were born we started taking them to restaurants and introduced them to the noises and smells of different cultures. As they grew older, as many toddlers and preschoolers they loved sampling the various cuisines; waiting to … [Read More...]
Ten things you should know about travel before you go
Travel with special needs children to a foreign country can be a daunting task. Here are a few helpful (and crucial) facts and tips to ensure a smooth and painless trip. #1 Passport and Visas If you have already obtained a passport, … [Read More...]
Four easy ways to make hotel stays more pleasant
Four easy ways to make hotel stays more pleasant . The old adage goes: "There is always room for improvement". Here is my list of the changes I'd like to see in hotels. Most are simple, some are cost effective, and all will make the travelers' … [Read More...]
Removing meltdowns out of the travel equation- tips to use in the airport .
Removing meltdowns out of the travel equation- tips to use in the airport . Part of successful travel with autistic persons is the ability of the care givers to foresee and prepare for those scenarios that can trigger … [Read More...]
The fine art of blending autism and travel
The first time I was asked by a reader how to start traveling, I thought she was pulling my leg. However, I soon discovered that many families with autistic children really had no idea what to do and how to get the process going. Since summer is … [Read More...]
David Intercontinental Tel Aviv
Location The David Intercontinental Hotel 's location is ideal for most travelers seeking to explore the different aspects of Tel Avivan life. It not only faces a pristine Mediterranean beach and city park that appeal to beach goers but borders … [Read More...]
A-Z autistic travel
Time and time again I meet parents who express their surprise at the fact we chose to travel with our special needs children. We’ve traveled to over sixty foreign countries and thirty Us States, with our two teen sons and have experienced first … [Read More...]
Five easy steps to lose weight on a cruise
As many of you already know I wholeheartedly recommend cruising as a vacation option for families with special needs children. However, I agree with some critics that the biggest drawback is, in fact, the accessibility and abundance of food on board. … [Read More...]
Princess Tiana’s magical autism awareness moment
Ever experienced a 'down' day when you've felt your work is unnoticed and under appreciated? Well, I had one of those yesterday while stressing over the writing of an article titled, "The benefits of Autistic Travel". And then ...the incredible … [Read More...]
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