Autism | Travel
4 Things Autistic People Deal With While Traveling
Especially when you’re traveling abroad.
Have you ever thought about what traveling for autistic people looks like?
In general, neurodivergent people live a very difficult life. That’s not a secret. But what is it like when we’re traveling? Because I love traveling, seeing the world, and being out in the world.
How does that rhyme with wanting structured lives and comfort zones?
From sensory overload to disrupted routines, every step can be a struggle. As someone who loves to explore the world, I understand the conflicting desire for both adventure and comfort.
In this article, we’ll explore the top 4 challenges autistic travelers face and how they navigate them.
1. Unpredictable Change of Plans While Traveling
I don’t think anybody likes having to deal with big-time delays or other unexpected changes in their itinerary.
But for neurodivergent or autistic people that’s an extra challenge.
According to the National Autistic Society: Sometimes minor changes such as moving between two activities, can be distressing; for others big events like…
