In our first newsletter for 2026, we share Autistic-led perspectives on travel — including reflections from a non-speaking Autistic advocate, emerging research on inclusive travel environments, and practical, lived-experience tips from our team to support safer, more predictable journeys.
Autistic individuals can be excellent planners! In this resource, we share a preparation and packing list for before you leave, based on our team members’ lived experience as Autistic travellers and parents taking Autistic children on holiday.
In this video, non-speaking Autistic advocate Patrick Saunders shares his reflections on travel — and how curiosity, care, and understanding can transform the experience and open up new worlds.
Travel research we love
We’re excited to highlight new, inclusive travel research led by Dr Chris Edwards and Dr Abbey Love from the Aspect Research Centre for Autism Practice (ARCAP). Their study explored Autistic experiences of airport travel and identified several recurring themes shaping whether travel feels accessible or overwhelming. These included:
Importantly, the research also highlighted protective factors – including predictability, compassionate staff interactions, quiet spaces, and clear visual information – offering practical, evidence-based recommendations for creating airport environments that better support Autistic travellers and their families.
Big journeys often begin with small steps. Whether your Autistic child is preparing for travel, moving schools, moving classes, or adjusting to a new home or family structure, this on-demand webinar offers practical tools to help you support those transitions with empathy and confidence.
The Reframing Autism team would like to acknowledge the Traditional Owners of the lands on which we have the privilege to learn, work, and grow. Whilst we gather on many different parts of this Country, the RA team walk on the land of the Awabakal, Birpai, Whadjak, and Wiradjuri peoples.
We are committed to honouring the rich culture of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples of this Country, and the diversity and learning opportunities with which they provide us. We extend our gratitude and respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and to all Elders past and present, for their wisdom, their resilience, and for helping this Country to heal.
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