The Autism Travel Podcast – Détails, épisodes et analyse

This week's travel news brings you exciting news about The Palm Beaches in Florida and updates on Attraction Assistant Passes from the Universal Orlando and Universal Hollywood Resort.

If you are finding you need help planning and booking your next vacation head on over to my website www.lilyandmagnoliatravel.com to get started planning.

Links to articles talked about in the show:

The Palm Beaches becomes and Autism Certified Destination - https://autismtravel.com/2023/06/27/discover-the-palm-beaches/

How Florida can be a perfect Autism-Friendly vacation - https://www.lilyandmagnoliatravel.com/post/let-me-show-you-how-florida-can-be-a-perfect-destination-for-an-autism-friendly-vacation

Meow Wolf has completed a company-wide accreditation to enhance the guest experience for autistic and sensory-sensitive visitors - https://autismtravel.com/2023/06/08/meowwolf/

Is Meow Wolf Autism-Friendly? - https://www.lilyandmagnoliatravel.com/post/is-meow-wolf-autism-friendly

Universal Studios Orlando and Hollywood changes it's Attraction Assistance Pass - https://attractionsmagazine.com/a-new-disability-pass-rolled-out-today-at-universal-parks/Autism-Friendly

Universal Studios - https://www.lilyandmagnoliatravel.com/post/autism-friendly-universal-studios

Welcome back to the Autism Travel Podcast. I'm taking a shift with things and rather than speaking about very specifically how I can help you travel I want to inspire you to travel with your autistic child by sharing all the emerging autism travel news! There is a lot! I'll try to keep the episodes under 10 mins so you get the news you need. All the articles that I reference are in the show notes if you want to read further.

Of course, I will continue to talk about how I can help you travel and to inspire you to travel over on my:

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If you are ready to plan your next family vacation and find you need support with planning and booking it I'm here for you! Head on over to www.lilyandmagnoliatravel.com/plan-your-trip to get started.

Dubai Announces Initiative to Become First Certified Autism Destination.

https://autismtravel.com/2022/12/15/dubai/

Tips for an Autism-Friendly Vacation in Dubai.

https://www.lilyandmagnoliatravel.com/post/tips-for-an-autism-friendly-vacation-in-dubai

Dubai’s Atlantis Aquaventure becomes the first waterpark in the Middle East to earn the IBCCES Certified Autism Center.

https://autismtravel.com/2023/03/28/aquaventure/

Plan an Autism-Friendly Vacation at Warner Bros World in Abu Dhabi.

https://www.lilyandmagnoliatravel.com/post/plan-an-autism-friendly-vacation-at-warner-bros-world-in-abu-dhabi

LEGOLAND Resorts that all of its US based parks, LEGOLAND® California, LEGOLAND® Florida, and LEGOLAND will become Certified Autism Centers™ (CAC) by spring 2023.

https://autismtravel.com/2023/02/06/legolandus/

My trip to LEGOLAND Florida

https://www.instagram.com/p/ClqoTJ9jCWp/

Mariott Winterhaven

https://www.instagram.com/p/ClgTzf_jFDg/

LEGOLAND Disability Pass

https://www.instagram.com/p/ClyXBscjrXa/

The Great Wolf Lodge Announces Partnership with IBCCES Leading the Pack For Accessibility and Inclusion at Indoor Water Park Resorts.

https://autismtravel.com/2023/04/26/greatwolflodge/

In this episode, I’m talking about an Autism Certified Center.  The city of Myrtle Beach Parks and Rec, I know I’ve alluded to it in my Visit Mesa - The world first Autism Certified City, after this episode, take a few moments to go listen to that episode and when you hear both and you feel so inspired visit my website www.lilyandmagnoliatravel.com/contact to start planning your domestic vacation with me to these two amazing cities that have YOU in mind.  I’m really so thankful that places like this are getting on board and becoming more and more aware of all different types of travelers because travel is forever changing and for everyone no matter their ability.  This is for sure taking a step in the right direction but I do feel that the travel and tourism industry as a whole need to do more than simply autism awareness and training.  While, yes there are more places becoming away and are taking steps to do better, I feel like there is a need for them to actually talk to someone who is actually autistic and a family with a loved one with autism to know specifically what they can do to help these families from someone that is actually living this day to day!

***Edit I said City .  Please note that  Mrytle Beach's Parks and Rec department is what is actually the certified center.***

Need help planning a trip for your family with autism?  Let me help you!  www.lilyandmagnoliatravel.com/contact

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Jenn Llyod of Sick Girl Travels on my podcast today.  I personally don’t have any experience with traveling with a chronic illness and I have been wanting to learn more about this topic.  Especially because I might encounter a client that has a chronic illness I may need to consider just like I have to consider my own diet when traveling with Pre-diabetes or the heat at certain destinations when I work with a client with Type 1 Diabetes.  Jenn is full of so much information and I’m honored and humbled that she took the time to be a guest speaker on this episode.

www.sickgirltravels.com

https://www.instagram.com/sickgirltravels/

https://twitter.com/SickGirlTravels

https://www.facebook.com/sickgirltravels/

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World Prematurity Day was created on November 17, 2011, to raise awareness for the millions of children every year who are born prematurely. While technologies and medical procedures in America have increased over the years, preterm babies still carry a huge vulnerability to develop cerebral palsy, delays in development, hearing problems, and sight problems.
 
Additionally, while neonatal death in the United States is low in comparison to most of the world, premature births account for a quarter of all neonatal deaths.
 
That’s part of the many reasons why World Prematurity Day was created – to shine a light on the risk and hardships created by premature births, cost-effective and proven solutions, and spreading compassion for families who have experienced premature births.

I talk with Sarah Marshall of TravelAble Vacations about her experience with a premature infant and how it affected her travels.  I also share my experience as a mother of a preemie. 

Find More about World Prematurity Day over at my Blog: https://www.lilyandmagnoliatravel.com/post/world-prematurity-day

Sarah Marshall is the founder of TravelAble, a full-service travel, and disability advocacy agency with a
mission to make the world accessible for families and individuals with disabilities.

In 2009, her journey was redefined by the very premature birth of her son while stationed in the Middle
east. This experience, and the subsequent navigation through medical and cognitive diagnoses and
challenges, taught her and her family first-hand the trials and tribulations of traveling while caring for
their son. From that first adventure, her family never stopped exploring the world. And after many trips
where tears turned to smiles, she set out on a mission to give every family, regardless of need, a chance
to experience this kind of transformation through custom-designed extraordinary vacations!

She is also a sought-after speaker on autism adventure, presenting around the country on her secrets to
travel success. In 2020, she will be presenting in Los Angeles, Chicago, and Phoenix at the Abilities Expo,
a national disability resource expo. She also gives pro bono presentations to societies, therapy centers,
parent universities, and other community gatherings, and has a partnership with the ALS Association of
WI, IL, and the Autism Hero Project.

She currently holds specialization as a Certified Autism Travel Professional (IBCCES) and Certified
Accessible Travel Advocate (SNG). She is also a proud member of the American Society of Travel Agents
(ASTA) and the Family Travel Association (FTA). She holds numerous certifications in disability-friendly
destinations and cruise lines. To learn more and book a complimentary call, visit her website at
https://www.travelablevacations.com.

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I'm so thrilled and honored to have LaShawn Wiltz back on the podcast.  If you remember previously she talked about her experience with going gluten-free at Disney and now she shares about her experience about traveling gluten-free and with food allergies with her son Pookah.  I found this so informative and filled with so many tips and tricks to help you figure to how best to meet your needs while traveling gluten-free.

LaShawn Wiltz, the creator of Everyday Eyecandy where she blogs about motherhood, her life, her passion for capturing everyday moments through photography, and trying to find her version of balance through it all. She was the 2017 Mom 2.0 Summit IRIS Award winner for Best Instagram, 2018 for Best Photography, and 2019 for Best Sponsored Content. LaShawn is also VERY  passionate about helping everyone live their best Instagram life.  Based in Atlanta, GA, you can find LaShawn on Instagram, capturing the beauty in life’s everyday moments, documenting her days as a wife and mom with half-finished coffee in one hand and her camera in the other.

Social Media Links:

• Social media: Instagram: @lashawnwiltz
• Twitter: @lashawnwiltz
• Facebook: @everydayeyecandyblog
• https://www.findmeglutenfree.com/ -  A app to help you find gluten-free options around you.  

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TSA Cares is for travelers requiring special accommodations or concerned about the security screening process at the airport may ask a TSA officer or supervisor for a passenger support specialist who can provide on-the-spot assistance.  ⁣Members of the Wounded Warrior Program may also participate in this program.

How this program works, you'll call the TSA Cares hotline at least 72 hours before your flight.  During this phone call, you'll relay your flight information for arrival and departure as well as what needs will need to be considered during security screening. ⁣ Please know that this is not a skip screening this simply provides help to get through security with less stress. ⁣ To ensure your security and safety, all travelers are required to undergo screening at the checkpoint. You or your traveling companion may consult the TSA officer about the best way to relieve any concerns during the screening process. You may provide the officer with the TSA notification card or other medical documentation to describe your condition. You can obtain the notification card from the TSA website.

Links:

• Email TSA Cares - TSA-ContactCenter@tsa.dhs.gov
• (855) 787-2227
• https://www.tsa.gov/sites/default/files/disability_notification_card_508.pdf
• https://thearc.org/our-initiatives/travel/
• https://www.flymyrtlebeach.com/airport-services/quiet-room/
• https://www.shannonairport.ie/passengers/at-the-airport/flying-out/passenger-assistance/autism-special-needs/
• https://www.atl.com/

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The travel and tourism industry focuses a lot on the caregivers of small children with autism and children with autism but we often forget that those small children someday turn into adults with autism.  We have to remember that autism doesn't disappear once the child with autism matures into an adult with autism.   More most certainly needs to be done to better support adults with autism as well.  There are still accommodations that need to be met.

Such as quiet spaces, simple things like weighted blankets in hotel rooms and so much more.  We have to remember that these adults are, hopefully, going to be inspired to travel by their families. With this in mind, I talk with Rochelle Sanchez about traveling with her brother, an adult with autism, and the challenges and changes that are coming to the travel industry that extends help to all with special needs.

Rochelle Sanchez is a business consultant Teaching travel-hungry nerds & coaches to monetize your talent, create an #onlinecommunity, and revive fizzled #FacebookGroups.

Social Media Links:

• https://rochellesanchez.com/
• https://twitter.com/rochellesanch
• https://www.facebook.com/RochelleSanch/
• https://www.instagram.com/rochellesanch/

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