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Navigating Disney with Autism, Anxiety, and ADHD
We’ve been a Disney family for years, but when we started visiting Walt Disney World with our youngest—who’s on the autism spectrum—we had to completely rethink how we planned and experienced the parks. Over time, we’ve learned how to adapt our trips to support autism, ADHD, anxiety, and other neurodiverse needs. This page brings together our best tips, tools, and planning strategies to help your family feel confident, supported, and ready to enjoy the magic of Disney—your way.
We love to travel—but we know that traveling with someone who is not neurotypical can feel daunting. Whether it’s autism, anxiety, ADHD, or a mix of neurodivergent needs, navigating the unpredictable world of travel can feel overwhelming—sometimes even impossible. Over the years, we’ve learned how to shape travel experiences that feel doable, supportive, and—believe it or not—actually fun for everyone.
Let's dive into how we approach vacations as a neurodivergent family, no matter the destination. Read more
Looking for a big-picture overview to help your family feel confident and supported? This guide introduces our top resources for navigating Walt Disney World with a child, teen, or adult who has autism, sensory processing challenges, or anxiety. From understanding DAS to helpful tools like visual schedules and break spots, this post is your first stop.
🧚♀️ Pixie Dust Pro Tip: If you’re overwhelmed with info, start here. It breaks down your options and points you to the resources that best match your needs.
When traveling with a child (or adult) who is neurodiverse, spontaneous trips just aren’t in the cards—and that’s okay. Preparing for a Walt Disney World vacation takes planning for any family, but for those navigating autism, sensory sensitivities, or anxiety, that preparation becomes essential.
In this guide, we’re sharing the practical strategies that helped our family lay the groundwork for a more predictable, successful trip. From setting expectations to building in downtime, these are the real-world ways we’ve helped our neurodivergent family members get ready for the magic—without the meltdowns. Read More
Disney is magical—but it’s also loud, crowded, and full of constant stimulation. For neurodivergent guests, anxious travelers, or even just strongly introverted folks, all that excitement can be overwhelming without built-in time to decompress.
In this guide, we’re sharing our favorite low-key spots in each park to take a sensory break, reset, and recharge—so everyone can enjoy the magic at their own pace. Read More
Ready to dive into the details of how to actually plan your trip step by step? This guide shares practical strategies for trip prep—from helping your child know what to expect to building flexibility into your schedule. We cover what we wish we knew when planning our first Disney vacation as an autism family.
🧚♀️ Pixie Dust Pro Tip: This post is especially helpful for families preparing a first-time Disney trip—or reworking their planning style to better support a neurodivergent traveler.
Check out our latest posts on Disney accessibility, planning advice, and updates for neurodivergent travelers.Whether you're looking for in-depth guides or the latest news that could impact your trip, we’re always sharing tips to help make your Disney experience more inclusive, informed, and magical.
🧚♀️ Pixie Dust Pro Tip: Bookmark this space—we’re always adding new posts to help you plan with confidence. Read More
