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@DallasNatureLover
2 ай бұрын
Warning: public USB charging outlets are not safe - (hackers can save programs in them.) Always take your own charger.
@BetterNeurodivergentTravel
2 ай бұрын
Great reminder; I've heard this before too.
@melanierippon7884
2 ай 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.
@BetterNeurodivergentTravel
2 ай бұрын
Great to hear your experience wearing it. I'll def be wearing it more often when I'm in potentially overwhelming situations.
@Libri_amore_e_fantasia
2 ай бұрын
I can't believe that, after watching dozens of videos on packing for travelling, this is the first one where wet wipes are mentioned. They are essential to me. I carry them with me all year round.
@BetterNeurodivergentTravel
2 ай бұрын
I learned the hard way. In a group tour, the only person regularly using them to wipe down her table area was the only one NOT to get sick :)
@anna-marianunezvega1520
2 ай бұрын
Hey, very frequent traveller here. Just found out recently that I'm ND. I do all the same things you do, but here some additional tips: - lightly shaded sunglasses, the light on planes is too bright at times - sleeping mask - own pillow for night flights Also regarding the backpack: I have tried many solutions for hand luggage, but my favourite by far is a backpack trolley, that I can keep on my back when I need my hands free, or have to run, but can roll it most of the time.
@BetterNeurodivergentTravel
2 ай бұрын
@@anna-marianunezvega1520 All great suggestions. I like having a baseball cap for flights for the overhead light situation for sure. Do you bring a special travel pillow? The Trtle (Turtle) looks like it could be handy. Never heard of backpack trolley! Will have a look :)
@anna-marianunezvega1520
Ай бұрын
@@BetterNeurodivergentTravel I have the "outdoorer Runway-33 Trolley Backpack" it has real skater rolls, so it is very smooth and quiet. Travel pillow I actually have a small memo foam pillow that was sold as travel pillow at Aldi. It is like my big side sleeper pillow, so I find it soothing. I only travel business class on long flights, so I don't really use the typical neck pillows anymore (and I never really liked them much). But I think the "Sleeperhold" pillow looks exciting for Economy class / car / bus travel
@BetterNeurodivergentTravel
Ай бұрын
I googled it and yes, it looks very practical. Memory foam sounds comfy. LOL at the shirtless guy trying to sleep with the 'traditional' travel pillow on Sleeperhold website :D I have heard of it and it's tempting. I can see it being useful on coach journeys too.
@anna-marianunezvega1520
Ай бұрын
@@BetterNeurodivergentTravel I'm even thinking car journey. I live in India and have a company car with driver. Would certainly help for the journey home after a red-eye
@kyleethekelt
2 ай 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.
@BetterNeurodivergentTravel
2 ай 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 😄
@w.vangaal1077
2 ай 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?
@BetterNeurodivergentTravel
2 ай 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
2 ай бұрын
@@BetterNeurodivergentTravel 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! 🥰
@BetterNeurodivergentTravel
2 ай 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
@Sweetlyfe
2 ай 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.
@BetterNeurodivergentTravel
2 ай 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 :)
@sharoncarey2931
3 ай бұрын
Thankyou for doing this video, I didn't know about the daisy lanyard. Very helpful.
@BetterNeurodivergentTravel
3 ай бұрын
You are so welcome!
@AJK278
3 ай 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
@BetterNeurodivergentTravel
3 ай 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.
@MentalThingsIsScary
2 ай бұрын
Omg, I'm so thankful to have found your channel. I'm also late diagnosed (AUDHD) and your video reminded me to check on the status of my sunflower lanyard 😅
@BetterNeurodivergentTravel
2 ай бұрын
I'm glad you found me too! Lots of us late diagnosed finally getting answers!
@amandaa5249
2 ай бұрын
😔I was just diagnosed in November, so yeah, late diagnosis as well. 🤔I had no idea the sunflower 🌻 is even a symbol. Thank you for bringing this to my attention and thank you for all of these tips.❤
@BetterNeurodivergentTravel
2 ай бұрын
Late diagnosis buddies unite! Better late than never, right? Glad you found it helpful. It seems like a lot of people aren't aware of the sunflower symbol ....
@Lifeinthewyldewest
28 күн бұрын
The views on this one are HUGE! I also love to check out a creators most popular video and this is…holy wow! Getting some attention. I love it. Your home is beautiful and so is your kitty cat. I’m not a traveler so I can really appreciate these tips I wouldn’t be thinking about it a lot of these tips. Wow, how cool about the lanyard is a sign for special accommodation. Now I’ll know too if I see someone wearing one. And the iPod leach thing is so rad. Great video.❤❤
@BetterNeurodivergentTravel
27 күн бұрын
Thank you {blushing}. I am still surprised at how many views this one got. This isn't my house btw! I travel so most videos have a different background (I should make that clear so people don't think I just live in a ginormous house or something)
@kevans2337
3 ай бұрын
You have a beautiful cat !!!
@BetterNeurodivergentTravel
3 ай 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 :)
@alexismeskill5691
2 ай бұрын
❤Thank you!❤ All of your suggestions are perfect for me! I was late diagnosed, too, and all the other travel hacks just don't work for me - yours are spot on! I had no idea about the Sunflower lanyard! I'm off to get one now! I wish you much success! 🎉
@BetterNeurodivergentTravel
2 ай бұрын
Glad to hear it! I have loads more travel hacks and ideas for folks like us. Guess I better start drafting the next video :)
@DallasNatureLover
2 ай бұрын
I take a tiny plastic container of laundry sheets made for sink washing. Brand is Journey Breeze Travel Laundry Detergent Sheets.
@BetterNeurodivergentTravel
2 ай бұрын
yes, the detergent sheets are a game changer! I travel with them too in a ziplock.
@tracypatil8841
3 ай бұрын
Loved your tips, always travel with wipes or damp flannels in a Ziplock. I travel quite a bit usually. Really need a phone lanyard, and probably some warm socks. I always get cold feet. New Subscriber❤ also I'm glad you mentioned your sunflower lanyard, helps if people are more aware and hopefully kinder. X
@BetterNeurodivergentTravel
3 ай бұрын
Glad it was helpful! Ah yes, flannels dampened with soapy water are great. haha yes cold feet are the worst esp when you're in transit can can't move around much to warm up!
@BetterNeurodivergentTravel
2 ай бұрын
The items I mention are listed in the description :) Thanks for watching!
@teresagilman5047
2 ай бұрын
Love this great advice from a pro! Thanks Lisa!!
@BetterNeurodivergentTravel
2 ай бұрын
@@teresagilman5047 You are so welcome 😁😁
@Kittycats26
Ай бұрын
Shoes - I always travel (fly) wearing my heaviest/bulkiest footwear to save room in my case/bag. So that’s trainers or walking shoes. When I get to the airport I just unlace them, tuck the laces in and wear them as ‘slip ons’ just to get through security
@BetterNeurodivergentTravel
Ай бұрын
Great tip! Do the laces get in the way? I could see myself tripping when the laces fall out hahaha
@Kittycats26
Ай бұрын
@@BetterNeurodivergentTravel no, I push them right in to the shoe and then put my feet in. You can feel the laces so from a sensory point it might be an issue but I only do it for the few minutes to get through security
@clairevinet3557
2 ай бұрын
Thank you for all the details and sharing, Love blessing and healings to you beautiful One.🎒🕶️👑
@BetterNeurodivergentTravel
2 ай бұрын
Thank you so much! I'll create more content like this :)
@cynthb
2 ай бұрын
Hi from Canada, just found you! I always bring one of the stain pens (Tide is commonly available here) in case I spill something and then the spill will bother me for the rest of the day.
@BetterNeurodivergentTravel
2 ай бұрын
Great tip! I will pick up a stain pen next time I'm in the US or Canada :)
@cynthb
2 ай бұрын
You have to press them a bit into the fabric to get the liquid to flow but they work really well for e.g. drops of sauce or salad dressing.
@DonaldKhan-c3r
2 ай бұрын
Thank you so much for this wonderful and video.
@BetterNeurodivergentTravel
2 ай бұрын
You're welcome. Glad you enjoyed it!
@LucyLovesParis
3 ай 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.
@BetterNeurodivergentTravel
3 ай бұрын
Oh wow, I'm not familiar with that brand. Sounds good that it compacts down. too.
@bhandarivivaan
3 ай бұрын
great video, travelling from mumbai - boston for my masters education and this will be so helpful!
@BetterNeurodivergentTravel
3 ай бұрын
Glad to hear it; It's a looooong flight! Best of luck with your masters program. Boston is a great city too!
@Kittycats26
Ай бұрын
Shoes - I always travel (fly) wearing my heaviest/bulkiest footwear to save room in my case/bag. So that’s trainers or walking shoes. When I get to the airport I just unlace them, tuck the laces in and wear them as ‘slip ons’ just to get through security. However, I appreciate that to those with sensory issues that may not be comfortable?
@BetterNeurodivergentTravel
Ай бұрын
Oh yes - do your point about sensory issues, the laces might be annoying.
@missmrocks
3 ай бұрын
I love my Bose headphones. I've replaced the padding 3x ❤
@BetterNeurodivergentTravel
3 ай бұрын
That's a good idea! The pads were actually fine until I used one of those antibacterial wipes... i think it was too harsh.
@neumorin
Ай бұрын
I wish you could do a guide on train stations they are so overwhelming omg
@BetterNeurodivergentTravel
Ай бұрын
That's a great idea! I am planning a content series around overwhelm by types of destinations but the actual **getting there** is also a concern. Consider it done (though may take awhile)
@neumorin
Ай бұрын
@@BetterNeurodivergentTravel I can’t wait 💜 I volunteered in Ukraine recently and the train station in Warsaw was 10x more stressful than anything else i experienced 😭
@BetterNeurodivergentTravel
Ай бұрын
If you're comfortable with it, could you explain the ways it was overwhelming? I'm starting work on prepping the video :)
@neumorin
Ай бұрын
@@BetterNeurodivergentTravel in my case it was finding my train, and finding the section of train to go to (when I went they didn’t show my ticket on the ticket board and I almost missed it) also the large crowds were super overwhelming
@BetterNeurodivergentTravel
Ай бұрын
@@neumorin As in, you had an assigned seat on the train?
@Lia_T
2 ай бұрын
I have worn the sunflower lanyard on multiple trips in the last 3 years but have never been provided any priority or assistance because of it. Correction, only once. I was shown to the priority lane through security.
@BetterNeurodivergentTravel
2 ай бұрын
Thank you for sharing. Perhaps it's one of those things where if requested, assistance is given, but not offered... (depending on the situation)
@joannefisher1248
3 ай бұрын
Vapur makes a folding water bottle. Takes up so much less space when empty
@BetterNeurodivergentTravel
3 ай бұрын
Just looked it up. FANTASTIC recommendation. They're even dishwasher safe!
@joannefisher1248
3 ай бұрын
@@BetterNeurodivergentTravel 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.
@intherockies
2 ай 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?
@BetterNeurodivergentTravel
2 ай 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.
@coreysanders6709
2 ай бұрын
I just did a little digging about this myself for a flight next summer. On the Sunflower Lanyard web page, they link to some partner airports who will provide the lanyards for free. It's probably safe to assume that airport employees at these locations have at least been briefed, if not trained. The employees of specific airlines, however, may not be.
@intherockies
Ай бұрын
@@BetterNeurodivergentTravel Thank you for the advice
@intherockies
Ай бұрын
@@coreysanders6709 Thank you, I will find the web page and check it out 😊
@mariecurie7491
3 ай бұрын
Wet wipes... they are not liquids! Small rosewater spray
@BetterNeurodivergentTravel
3 ай бұрын
What do you use the rosewater spray for? Sounds nice! I have also tried making my own nail polish remover pads (so they aren't a liquid) and that didn't go so well (video coming soon) ... but these can be purchased ready-made...
@mariecurie7491
3 ай бұрын
@@BetterNeurodivergentTravel spray my face first thing in the morning, and any time during the day to refresh. No need to drag cotton wool pads across the complexion: just close eyes and spray
@robertchandler3914
18 күн бұрын
I just subscribed to your channel
@BetterNeurodivergentTravel
18 күн бұрын
Awesome! Thanks Robert 😄😄
@debojyotis
3 ай бұрын
Great video, best wishes. Subbed
@BetterNeurodivergentTravel
3 ай бұрын
Thank you, and thanks for the sub! :)
@yeffblanco
3 ай бұрын
I liked subscribed & downloaded. Loud noises annoy me, too.
@BetterNeurodivergentTravel
3 ай бұрын
Glad to hear it re: video... :)
@MightyShan
3 ай бұрын
Are the items linked?
@BetterNeurodivergentTravel
3 ай бұрын
Thanks for the reminder - I've linked most of them now. Should have done that a week ago 😅
@missmaryblack1990
3 ай 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?
@BetterNeurodivergentTravel
3 ай 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
3 ай бұрын
@@BetterNeurodivergentTravel oooooh, that rationale makes a lot of sense. gives me a good way to think about a lot of things. thank you!
@claudiaross239
3 ай бұрын
Two, might lose one.
@BetterNeurodivergentTravel
3 ай бұрын
Also an excellent point.
@BetterNeurodivergentTravel
3 ай бұрын
What small items do you always take when traveling?
@konroz
3 ай бұрын
you should have a sponsorship with loop earplugs; suncream, hat, unbrella, idk; you covered most of the stuff i like to have on me.
@BetterNeurodivergentTravel
3 ай бұрын
@@konroz Yes, good call ... hat goes with me most everywhere!
@grol094
3 ай бұрын
@@konroz I'm glad you mentioned the name -- I couldn't catch it in her audio track with the video. Thanks
@BetterNeurodivergentTravel
3 ай бұрын
@@grol094I’ll check and fix that tomorrow so that it’s appearing correctly
@katlynalves6230
3 ай бұрын
I love to bring lots of quart-sized zip top plastic bags. I keep my travel-sized liquids for my carry on in one of these. And then I also keep other liquids in my checked luggage in these. It helps contain any messes if something spills! It's also nice for organizing other small items that you may have packed. And because it's clear, it's easy to find your things! Similar concept, but a bit larger... I love using packing cubes to organize everything within my baggage/luggage. It helps me know where everything is, because items are grouped together. And it helps keep my clothing from ending up in a huge messy pile as I'm searching for items.
@juanitahardy8583
3 ай бұрын
A wash bag. I sleep the entire flight and no ear buds etc.
@BetterNeurodivergentTravel
3 ай бұрын
Probably a lot more comfortable sleeping without the earbuds. The engine noise is a good whitenoise.
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