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Disneyland – Getting your Sensory Kiddo through Galaxy’s Edge

We are so excited to be able to review Galaxy’s Edge at Disneyland at the end of June!  June 24th is the first day without reservations, and after seeing it with reservations on the 23rd, we’ll walk you through the process of how to enter without reservations on June 24th, without reservations.  We’ll answer howContinue reading “Disneyland – Getting your Sensory Kiddo through Galaxy’s Edge”

Airport Accessibility

So many ways to travel – Fabulous Road Trips, magical train rides and of course, Air Travel.  For me, just going to the Airport is a huge mix of excitement and Anxiety.  Excitement that I get to leave behind the drudgery of laundry and washing the dishes, and anxiety about getting to where we wantContinue reading “Airport Accessibility”

Disney Travel Hacks

Traveling can be hard, and traveling with sensory kiddos can be even harder!  From our many trips to Disney we have compiled a few time and sanity-saving hacks that will help you focus on all the fun you can have at Disney, and save a few headaches! 1 Crowd Control – If you want toContinue reading “Disney Travel Hacks”

Accessibility at San Fransisco International Airport (SFO)

Sensory/Autism SFO offers The MagnusCards mobile app, which provides guidance through the airport experience. There are digital “card decks” that provide social stories and instructions through each activity, such as security and boarding. The app is free to download.   General Accessibility: SFO offers accommodations for those impacted by -Mobility, Hearing and Visual disabilities. Click hereContinue reading “Accessibility at San Fransisco International Airport (SFO)”

Accessibility at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

Sensory/Autism LAX has a “preview of the airport program.” To access the program you must fill out a registration form. For all of the details, please follow the link: https://www.flylax.com/en/lax-americans-with-disability-act/ada-detail-page#Disability-Services-at-Airport LAX also has a “Voluntary Self-Identification Program.” Families who would like to self-identify as traveling with an autistic family member can let someone at theContinue reading “Accessibility at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)”

Travel Tip #1 – Packing

Its ALL about the preparation!! When I pack for a trip, I’m not only packing for me…I’m prep-packing for everyone! Sure, the kids can pack, but some oversight does help avoid troubles on the trip. Packing the suitcase/bag: Lay it ALL out. And I mean ALL.  I’ve been on a trip and forgotten pajamas, andContinue reading “Travel Tip #1 – Packing”

Road Trip Travel Tips!

I swear, it IS possible to have fun on a road trip with kids.  With sensory kids! Our “Road Trip Travel Tip” series is going to include a whole bunch of easy-to-implement, helpful tips, tricks and tools for enjoying a road trip with kids, especially with kids that have some sensory difficulties.  Let us knowContinue reading “Road Trip Travel Tips!”

One night in Tucson – Lodge on the Desert and Culinary Dropout

We recently got to pick up my daughter in Tucson, where she was studying space at Mt Lemmon Observatory through the University of Arizona. We flew into Phoenix to pick up our rental car, and quickly made it down to Tucson.  There was a vast difference between the hustle of Phoenix and the smaller, college-townContinue reading “One night in Tucson – Lodge on the Desert and Culinary Dropout”

Autism Accessibility in Disneyland – the DAS pass

Disneyland is one of the most magical places in the US, the “happiest place in the world.” However, the noise level, crowding, flashing lights, bright sunlight and waiting in lines can get to everyone., but for those with sensory difficulties such as those on the Autism Spectrum/Autistics, this magical place often loses a lot ofContinue reading “Autism Accessibility in Disneyland – the DAS pass”