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Airports and travel hubs can be challenging environments for people with autism, but small changes could make a big difference. What sensory-friendly features or services would make these spaces more comfortable for you or your loved ones?
theconversation.com
Airports and travel hubs can be overwhelming for Autistic people. Here’s what could help
Many Autistic people struggle through air travel or avoid it altogether. But travellers told us small measures and supports can make a big difference.
Anthony @ The World is Accessible, alliejay and 2 others2 Comments
Less noise will benefit us all, I think. I have seen airports remove audio announcements and rely on screens more. I have seen grocery stores run “quiet hours” for a couple of hours a day where they turn off all music and loud speakers too.
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The 5 tips they include are quite helpful. We definitely take on board most of those points when we are traveling with our daughter – especially the bit about giving ourselves more time. We also pack a lot of toys and items that we know she loves, so she can immerse herself in moments of downtime or if she’s becoming a bit too…
Rollin Adventures in Bali started the discussion Air Asia Flight Review 😠👎 in the forum Flying with a Disability 11 months ago
Just thought we’d share a recent experience with Air Asia – Cairns, Australia to Denpasar, Bali.
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Navigating airports can be challenging, especially when relying on accessibility services. In this article, Simply Emma shares her journey from Glasgow to Barcelona, highlighting her experience with airport assistance and accessible travel.
simplyemma.co.uk
From Glasgow to Barcelona: Navigating Airports, Accessibility & Special Assistance
One of the biggest challenges of travelling as a wheelchair user is navigating airlines, airports, and special assistance. Here’s a summary of the ups and downs on our journey from Glasgow to Barcelona.
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JoanneC replied to the discussion US Accessibility Standards for Airlines Going Down for the Next Four Years? in the forum Flying with a Disability 11 months ago
Reply to US Accessibility Standards for Airlines Going Down for the Next Four Years?
Not a fan of 45/47, but we must remain vigilant to protect our safety and our right to be mobile and participate in life. If you see something going wrong, speak up and advocate for yourself and others. Consider donating to the ACLU now, before the lawsuits get crazy, as we know from his first term that he will try and create chaos and…
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Josh Grisdale replied to the discussion US Accessibility Standards for Airlines Going Down for the Next Four Years? in the forum Flying with a Disability 11 months ago
Reply to US Accessibility Standards for Airlines Going Down for the Next Four Years?
While not an American, I’m gonna miss Pete Buttigieg, he genuinely seemed like a good person working to make things better.
As a non-American, I am concerned as carriers flying to the US have to follow its rules which means it can tend to ripple out to other countries.
Hopefully the airlines with have accessibility become a point of…
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