Visiting Grenada with an autistic child was a special milestone for our family. Grenada was my son's 49th country, and I was excited to experience the island with him. When traveling with an autistic child, I am always looking beyond beautiful beaches and resorts. I want to know how safe a destination feels, how easy…
Visiting Detroit and Ann Arbor with kids gave our family a mix of history, hands-on learning, and outdoor exploration. Detroit and nearby Ann Arbor offer several family-friendly attractions that make Michigan a great destination when traveling with kids, including an autistic child like mine.
Here's where we went, what worked for my son, and what I'd…
New York City is one of our favorite places to visit. The energy, the lights, and the endless list of things to see make every trip exciting. One of the best parts about our visit was traveling to the city by train.
Traveling to NYC by Amtrak
We explored New York City by taking…
Atlanta is a vibrant city with plenty to do for families traveling with children. During our visit we stayed at the Atlanta Marriott Buckhead Hotel & Conference Center, which is directly across from Lenox Square. The mall was very busy during our visit, which is common in this popular shopping area.
Another thing visitors quickly…
Autism and Sensory Friendly Things to Do in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania is a neighboring state for us, so we visit often. It is a large state with many family friendly attractions, which means there are plenty of places where kids can learn, explore, and have fun. Here are some of our favorite places to visit…
Autism and Sensory Friendly Things to Do in Delaware
Delaware is our neighboring state, which means we visit often. It is a small state, but there are plenty of family friendly places to explore. From indoor play spaces to seasonal farm visits, Delaware offers several activities that can work well for families traveling with…
Charleston, South Carolina is known for its rich history, beautiful architecture, and family friendly attractions. During our visit we explored historic sites, learned important history, and experienced several unique activities that kept my son engaged throughout the trip.
Where We Stayed: Homewood Suites
We stayed at the Homewood Suites, which worked well for our…
We have visited multiple locations throughout New Jersey, but this trip was all about American Dream Mall. If you are looking for a place where entertainment, attractions, and food are all under one roof, this spot delivers.
Big Snow
One of the highlights of our visit was Big Snow. If you plan to go, I…
Chicago was a quick nonstop flight for us, which I always appreciate when traveling with my son. Short travel days make everything smoother and help set the tone for the rest of the trip.
Millennium Park and The Bean
Our first stop was Millennium Park to see The Bean. We found street parking for $7…
Traveling with an autistic child requires flexibility. Sometimes you follow the plan. Sometimes your child needs to pause and reset. On our trip to Milwaukee, we did both. Here is how we explored the city in a way that worked for our family.
Airport Reset and Breakfast at Blue Egg
Before leaving the airport, my…
