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Dec '25 • General discussion
Disney Through an Autistic Lens: Our Family’s Reality
We’ve just experienced the Disney course, and I wanted to share something honestly — especially for other families navigating travel with autistic children.
This trip has been challenging for our grandson, who has autism. New places, new routines, unfamiliar sounds, crowds, waiting times, and constant change were a lot for him to process.
Before the trip, I had a conversation with the travel agent. I was reassured that “everything will be fine.”
But the reality was very different from how he was actually feeling.
What I’ve learned is this:
When someone says “it will be fine,” they often mean well — but they’re not inside a neurodivergent child’s body or nervous system.
New places aren’t just “exciting.”
They can be overwhelming.
Time changes aren’t just “flexible.”
They can feel unsafe.
Crowds aren’t just “busy.”
They can be painful.
This trip reminded me how important it is for autistic needs to be truly understood — not just acknowledged.
We did our best. We adjusted plans, took breaks, left early when needed, and focused on regulation over expectations. Some moments were beautiful. Some were hard. And all of it was real.
If you’re a family travelling with an autistic child:
👉 You’re not doing it wrong if it’s hard
👉 It’s okay to slow down
👉 It’s okay if “magic” looks different for your family
I’m sharing this not to discourage travel — but to encourage better conversations, better preparation, and more honest support for families like ours.
You’re not alone 🤍
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Disney Through an Autistic Lens: Our Family’s Reality
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