Birmingham, Alabama

History, Education, and Family Travel We stayed at Hilton Home2 Suites Downtown Birmingham, Alabama, which we booked using points. The location was convenient to many of the city’s historic landmarks and family-friendly attractions. Having the extra space that Home2 Suites provides made it easier to reset after full days of exploring, especially when traveling with…

Byinfo@drbrownadventures.comFebruary 18, 20260Comments

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Niagara Falls

Niagara Falls Family Trip Guide: USA First, Then Canada Niagara Falls is a fantastic family destination with experiences on both sides of the border. We flew into Buffalo and drove less than an hour to reach the area. We explored the USA side first and then crossed into Canada, which made the trip flow much…

Byinfo@drbrownadventures.comFebruary 11, 20260Comments

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Kansas City, Missouri with a Touch of Kansas

Exploring Kansas City With Kids and Sensory Friendly Stops Kansas City delivered a fun mix of wildlife encounters, meaningful history, interactive indoor attractions, and food the city is proud of. From riding above animal habitats to learning about baseball legends and building with LEGO bricks, this destination offered a variety of experiences that worked well for…

Byinfo@drbrownadventures.comFebruary 11, 20260Comments

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A Day Trip to Harper’s Ferry, West Virginia

A history-rich, family-friendly stop perfect for road-tripping families We visited Harper’s Ferry as a day trip while on the road, and it turned out to be an easy and rewarding place to pause, explore, and introduce our child to American history in a hands-on way. The town sits within Harpers Ferry National Historical Park, where…

Byinfo@drbrownadventures.comFebruary 6, 20260Comments

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Rapid City, South Dakota with a Touch of Wyoming

Sensory Friendly Family Adventures in Rapid City Rapid City is a strong base for families exploring western South Dakota, especially those traveling with autistic children or sensory sensitive kids. Between wildlife encounters, hands on museums, famous landmarks, and scenic drives, we found a wide variety of activities that allowed our son to explore at his own…

Byinfo@drbrownadventures.comFebruary 4, 20260Comments

United States & Canada

Nebraska and Iowa: Two States in One Trip

Our visit to Omaha was extra fun because we experienced two states in one trip. We spent time in Nebraska and Iowa and walked across the famous Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge, often called Bob the Bridge. This pedestrian bridge is free to walk across and lets you stand in two states at the same time.…

Byinfo@drbrownadventures.comFebruary 1, 20260Comments

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Denver, Colorado

Exploring Denver With an Autistic Child: Sensory Aware Family Adventures Denver turned out to be a wonderful mix of nature, interactive attractions, and great food, all while allowing us to move at our own pace. Here is how we spent our time, what worked well for my son, and a few ideas for families looking…

Byinfo@drbrownadventures.comFebruary 1, 20260Comments

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Sensory-Friendly Family Travel in Memphis

Memphis surprised us in the best way. Music history, powerful civil rights landmarks, kid approved attractions, and great food all made this a meaningful and fun stop for our family. We stayed at Hampton Inn & Suites Memphis-Beale Street, just a few blocks from Beale Street. Being able to walk there after long travel days…

Byinfo@drbrownadventures.comJanuary 31, 20260Comments

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Minnesota Visit

Minneapolis, Minnesota with Kids: Water-Park Fun, Music History, and Sensory-Friendly Stops Our family loved exploring Minneapolis, a city filled with kid approved attractions, meaningful history, and experiences that can be adapted for families traveling with sensory needs. From an indoor water-park hotel to the country’s largest mall, here is how our trip unfolded and what…

Byinfo@drbrownadventures.comJanuary 31, 20260Comments

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Seattle Washington

Exploring Seattle With Kids: A Sensory-Friendly City Guide Seattle is one of those cities that surprises you in the best way. From iconic landmarks to waterfront views and unbelievably fresh seafood, our visit was packed with experiences that worked well for traveling with an autistic child. We stayed at the Crowne Plaza near the airport,…

Byinfo@drbrownadventures.comJanuary 30, 20260Comments

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