Better Neurodivergent Travel

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@DonaldKhan-c3r 20 сағат бұрын

Thank you so much for this wonderful and video.

@BetterNDTravel 13 сағат бұрын

You're welcome. Glad you enjoyed it!

@intherockies Күн бұрын

❓Is the Sunflower lanyard known throughout the U.S.? My grandson who looks like a grown man will be flying for the first time next year. I will be with him but I am a nervous flyer and haven't flown in decades. I'm going to be as calm as possible to help him but he may be able to read my face. He has panic attacks and high anxiety so I'm wondering if a sunflower lanyard will be enough to let people know to help him, without me speaking up and making him feel self-conscious?

@BetterNDTravel 12 сағат бұрын

That's a great question, and I don't know for certain. It seems like the Sunflower lanyard is gaining wider recognition. I think it's likely the airport staff will be trained but it couldn't hurt to look on their website or otherwise try to find out in advance if there's a quiet room or what additional assistance is available. Unless he has the card that also shows the disability the lanyard itself will only indicate to staff to be more patient etc. Hope that helps? :) Maybe someone else who has spent more time in the US will know more too.

@TischTosh 2 күн бұрын

see this is why I love love love cruises and my husband doesn't see the allure--I didn't realize this! Thanks for breaking this down. things that challenge my ADHD brain don't bother him at all.

@BetterNDTravel 2 күн бұрын

@@TischTosh Glad you found the video! Hopefully your hubby can be convinced. There’s a cruise for every interest, I’m sure :)

@BetterNDTravel 2 күн бұрын

@@TischTosh One of these days I’ll get a ND group cruise organized too!

@kyleethekelt 2 күн бұрын

I think you could probably use the wool for summer, to. Wool is great for wicking away moisture and odours so it can help keep you cool in summer.

@BetterNDTravel 2 күн бұрын

Totally. I'm really keen to try more merino for those reasons. I have merino leggings and a long hoodie, good for flights, but they're not really summer attire 😄

@Blackroseofplue 3 күн бұрын

Personally I try to keep things simple with back up plans in case thing fail. First like to research, at least minimum quick look up on google for short trip To few day if it a long trip. Second is to

@BetterNDTravel 2 күн бұрын

Back up plans for the win! Just today I had planned for a train but my inattentive ADHD did it's thing and so I'll be getting the one 2.5 hours later, which is fine too :)

@samdoesstuff4924 3 күн бұрын

as an autistic minor traveling alone soon i would like to be able to have the sunflower lanyard but i'm not sure what my parents would say about it 😰

@BetterNDTravel 3 күн бұрын

When I was a minor flying, I was always well looked after by airline staff. I'm not sure the lanyard would have made a difference? I don't know how it's changed since then though...

@samdoesstuff4924 3 күн бұрын

@@BetterNDTravel okay. i'm 17 so im like the closest to not being a minor but i also am super short and have a baby face so i'm pretty sure they will take care of me 😭

@BetterNDTravel 2 күн бұрын

You can even tell airlines staff about your communication needs on the day, as well. Let me know how it goes!

@Stephanie.444 4 күн бұрын

I've heard airlines can be more strict in some European countries about the size of carry on luggage. Have you had any issues traveling with your Away Bigger Carry-on?

@BetterNDTravel 3 күн бұрын

I think it's def worth checking the airline's policy ahead of time. It fits easily on British Airways overhead. I've also checked it too. At least when it's this size, I know I can easily lift it and move it myself easily. :)

@YoSamdySam 4 күн бұрын

Where do you find linen t-shirts?

@BetterNDTravel 4 күн бұрын

😀This particular one is a few years old, from British brand Phase Eight. I've seen linen t-shirts in Uniqlo this year, but don't do enough shopping to have other suggestions.

@YoSamdySam 4 күн бұрын

@@BetterNDTravel thanks so much!

@melanierippon7884 7 күн бұрын

From the UK - re the sunflower lanyard, I wear mine during my work commute, at church, round shops etc. - having the lanyard does mean people will (sometimes) ask if you need help. Also useful if due to your hidden disability, you need to use disabled-accessible facilities, certain seats on public transport etc. Helps to spread awareness. And nudge people into having a bit of patience - it’s not that I can’t do stuff, I just might be slower at it than other people.

@BetterNDTravel 6 күн бұрын

Great to hear your experience wearing it. I'll def be wearing it more often when I'm in potentially overwhelming situations.

@BetterNDTravel 8 күн бұрын

The items I mention are listed in the description :) Thanks for watching!

@w.vangaal1077 9 күн бұрын

I immediately subscribed! I am autistic traveler mainly by train and bike. I even have studied tourism but wasnt able to finish my degree. But I still love to travel and people are always amazed I am able to. For me it comes down to a good preparation. I use a bullet journal.. schedules, reservation numbers, what to do when, ice (in case of emergency) etc. Some things that I bring: 1. I always bring a fidget toys or something to fidget with. 2. Sunglasses and/or a hat.. 3. I also bring meal replacement bars because I don't like eating out especially when overwhelmed. 4. A foldable backpack as well as a foldable cup. Another note: The sunflower lanyard works mainly in airports (I rarely fly) and is not recognized by a lot of countries or companies. For example In the netherlands it is somewhat recognized but not in Germany. Do you do bigger trips for leisure or work? How did you get into traveling?

@BetterNDTravel 9 күн бұрын

Wow! I am so glad you found my channel! Agree, good preparation is key, though you are much more organized than I am (I think it's my ADHD). Thanks for info on the sunflower lanyard. So it wouldn't necessarily help to wear it at an event in Germany? Right now I avoid all festivals, concerts etc because of the overwhelm. My business travel days are done now because I left my corporate job, but it was mostly things like week in NYC or Chicago (from London), and the most interesting was 10 days in India, though we had 3 locals assisting us at every step of the way, which made a massive difference. The rest of my major trips are leisure, yes. I've just always wanted to travel internationally, and made life/career choices that eventually supported that dream logistically and financially. :) P.S. I don't have a degree either.

@w.vangaal1077 9 күн бұрын

@@BetterNDTravel it won't be immediately recognised as something the act on like at an airport or plane. But you could use it to indicate you are autistic. I don't go to concerts, so I can't give you any advice on that. But it never hurts to try and contact the event to see if they have something in place for autistic's. I am planning my trip to the Olympics in 2 weeks time! I have already been to the hotel, used the same travel route, seen the surroundings (not the venue) and know how to cycle to the event. I know I will be overwhelmed but it will be less... So you are from the UK!? I am traveling to the UK next year in april! 🥰

@BetterNDTravel 9 күн бұрын

@@w.vangaal1077 Very cool you’re going to the Olympics! Yes I have been in the UK for a very long time but recently became a full time traveller. Hope you enjoy planning your UK visit. There’s tons to see and experience. Ping me if you have questions

@DallasNatureLover 9 күн бұрын

I take a tiny plastic container of laundry sheets made for sink washing. Brand is Journey Breeze Travel Laundry Detergent Sheets.

@BetterNDTravel 9 күн бұрын

yes, the detergent sheets are a game changer! I travel with them too in a ziplock.

@DallasNatureLover 9 күн бұрын

Warning: public USB charging outlets are not safe - (hackers can save programs in them.) Always take your own charger.

@BetterNDTravel 9 күн бұрын

Great reminder; I've heard this before too.

@markopolo8136 6 күн бұрын

Or use a data blocking cable or adapter: methodshop.com/usb-data-blockers/ PortaPow makes the one I use. It charges fine on most public USBs I've tried, though some car ports give really low current through it.

@BetterNDTravel 11 күн бұрын

How does ADHD affect your travel choices?

@Sweetlyfe 12 күн бұрын

Hiya from Australia, just wanted to say thanks for the information about the lanyard as I didn’t know about it. I am a late diagnosis in my mid 50’s, would have definitely been helpful to know a lot sooner, but better late than never 😅. Though I tend to get hit in the head by handbags (which is very annoying) or even worse is someone’s bum right in my face 😂, when I board a flight as mine are all nearly 9hrs + and I always pick an aisle seat around the last rows anyway, even though it’s noisier behind the wings from the engines and babies, if there are seats vacant it’s usually right in the last rows. But I always travel with noise cancelling headphones the over ear type, and ear plugs and a mask for trying to sleep, they definitely help with my noise sensitivity.

@BetterNDTravel 11 күн бұрын

You are so welcome! Flying domestic in Australia was such a good experience for me compared to US and Europe :) And I noticed Sydney has a quiet room too. So you too on the late diagnosis? Better late than never, as you say :)

@DebbieOrmand-Hubbard 13 күн бұрын

I'm sitting in my office chair watching this with my legs crossed/folded up just like in your video LOL

@BetterNDTravel 12 күн бұрын

That's awesome your office chair does that... I miss that hotel char :)

@shannonw1606 17 күн бұрын

Are the items linked?

@BetterNDTravel 16 күн бұрын

Thanks for the reminder - I've linked most of them now. Should have done that a week ago 😅

@kevans2337 17 күн бұрын

You have a beautiful cat !!!

@BetterNDTravel 17 күн бұрын

Kitty is indeed gorgeous but not mine; I was housesitting. I can't promise, but highly likely my videos will have cats in them, somewhere :)

@LucyLovesParis 18 күн бұрын

I wear earbuds and a cabeau neck pillow on long flights. The neck pillow holds the earbuds in place and I feel like I’m in a comfy quiet place. The cabeau has a bag and you roll it up. It ends up softball sized. So easier to bring with you.

@BetterNDTravel 17 күн бұрын

Oh wow, I'm not familiar with that brand. Sounds good that it compacts down. too.

@BetterNDTravel 18 күн бұрын

Forgot to say ... the windows were so good at keeping noise out. You'd never know you were 2000 ft/ 400 m from a runway.

@dessislavakostova7676 19 күн бұрын

OMG I thought I'm the only one enjoying walks in cemeteries! It's so quiet there and even when there are people, they try to keep the noise down. It feels so calm and relaxing. Also what I do when I travel (outside of noise canceling headphones and earplug which is a must for me too) is to plan my itinerary with time for rest during the day in between places and activities. It's best if i can lay somewhere for a while (a bench, or on the grass in a park, or any other place). I also always carry a hoodie and sunglasses with me, that really helps me to filter out the unfriendly environment better.

@BetterNDTravel 18 күн бұрын

I suspect visiting cemeteries is genuinely a thing for those of us that need an open, low-sensory space, it's just not spoken about much. Plus they are free :)

@sharoncarey2931 19 күн бұрын

Thankyou for doing this video, I didn't know about the daisy lanyard. Very helpful.

@BetterNDTravel 19 күн бұрын

You are so welcome!

@AJK278 20 күн бұрын

Great info, and glad I found your channel. I am 59 and just got the ADHD diagnosis and going through the ASD assessment right now

@BetterNDTravel 19 күн бұрын

It's such a strange feeling to learn you lived life in hard mode the entire time! Good luck with the ASD assessment. Hopefully they were able to incorporate some of your ADHD assessment notes too.

@joannefisher1248 20 күн бұрын

Vapur makes a folding water bottle. Takes up so much less space when empty

@BetterNDTravel 19 күн бұрын

Just looked it up. FANTASTIC recommendation. They're even dishwasher safe!

@joannefisher1248 19 күн бұрын

@@BetterNDTravel reasonable price, too. I've had an early model since 2010. I just replaced it. This one is so much better especially with the wide mouth opening. I'm not sure why Vapur products are not advertised more. They are a great travel product.

@juanitahardy8583 20 күн бұрын

A wash bag. I sleep the entire flight and no ear buds etc.

@BetterNDTravel 19 күн бұрын

Probably a lot more comfortable sleeping without the earbuds. The engine noise is a good whitenoise.

@dessislavakostova7676 20 күн бұрын

I'd love to hear about your budgeting, would be really helpful to me being in a similar situation as you are :)

@BetterNDTravel 20 күн бұрын

Sure! What sort of things, like how I figured out an overall budget? Also how exciting if you're planning extended time off!

@dessislavakostova7676 19 күн бұрын

@@BetterNDTravel Yes, how did you decide how much money you'll need per day and overall and did you finally stay in or under that budget? How long before leaving work did you start preparing/saving money? Were there any surprises/unexpected expenses? And every other financial advice that comes to mind (regarding planning a time off) :)

@BetterNDTravel 17 күн бұрын

Got it! Not quite sure when I'll publish it, but I'll add it to my upcoming videos!

@missmaryblack1990 21 күн бұрын

Would you recommend travelling with two 10000 mAh battery rechargers, or one 20000mAh? doesn't need to be that size, but the concept of two smaller or one larger battery recharger?

@BetterNDTravel 20 күн бұрын

Two is good, so that you always have one charged up and ready to go (but I'm the sort of person that forgets to charge things :))

@missmaryblack1990 20 күн бұрын

@@BetterNDTravel oooooh, that rationale makes a lot of sense. gives me a good way to think about a lot of things. thank you!

@claudiaross239 19 күн бұрын

Two, might lose one.

@BetterNDTravel 17 күн бұрын

Also an excellent point.

@pure69hatred 21 күн бұрын

I love your gorgeous home ❤

@BetterNDTravel 20 күн бұрын

Thank you... it's not actually mine though. I was housesitting (and yes I got their permission to film :).