Planning a vacation as a neurodivergent family can feel overwhelming—but it doesn’t have to be. In this episode of The Unfinished Idea, I’m joined by Kayla, a certified autism travel agent and fellow neurodivergent mom, who has turned her lived experience into a mission: to help families raising autistic and ADHD children enjoy stress-free, sensory-friendly vacations.
Kayla shares her personal journey of traveling with her autistic son, what she learned along the way, and how she now supports families in planning trips that truly accommodate neurodiverse needs. From choosing the right destinations to knowing what accommodations, sensory-friendly parks, and ND-trained staff to look for, Kayla offers practical tips that can turn overwhelm into empowerment.
Whether you’re dreaming of Disney, planning a weekend getaway, or trying to figure out how to make travel work for your neurodivergent child, this episode is packed with encouragement, tools, and expert advice. We talk about traveling with ADHD and autism, what inclusion actually looks like in hospitality, and how to create vacations that allow the whole family—including parents—to rest, recharge, and connect.
You’ll walk away with:
Realistic, actionable travel strategies
Insight into neurodiversity-friendly travel planning
Hope that travel can be accessible and joyful for your family
Ready to make your next trip easier? Tune in now, share with another ND parent, and don’t forget to subscribe and leave a review so more neurodivergent families can find this space where they don’t have to do life alone.
