Family Travel that Supports ADHD, Autism & Anxiety

Have you ever spent months planning a family vacation only to have the biggest challenge turn out to be finding something your child will eat? For many families raising children with ADHD, autism, anxiety, ARFID, or other feeding challenges, food can become one of the most stressful parts of travel. In this episode, I sit down with pediatric dietitian Lindsey Woller for our first expert interview...

“Some of the best beach days happen when families stop trying to pack every moment with activity and finally have space to slow down, reset, and simply enjoy being together.” In this episode, I continue our summer state park miniseries with a visit to Bahia Honda State Park in the Florida Keys. This conversation explores why slower, lower-pressure travel can feel especially supportive for families...

“A good family vacation is not about checking every attraction off a list. It is about creating enough space for connection, rest, movement, and the little moments your kids will actually remember.” In this episode, let’s head to San Diego and explore the kind of travel that feels flexible, realistic, and supportive for families raising children with ADHD, autism, anxiety, or sensory needs. I talk...

“Family trips feel different when there is finally enough room for everyone to slow down, shift gears when needed, and enjoy the day without constantly trying to keep up.” In this episode, I continue our Summer State Park Mini-Series with a visit to Huntington Beach State Park, located just outside Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. While Myrtle Beach is often known for its crowds, attractions, and bus...

In this episode, I talk about the kind of travel that feels like a deep exhale. Not overpacked, not overwhelming, just right for your family. Using a trip to Mystic, Connecticut, I share how a thoughtful mix of activity, downtime, and flexibility can turn a good trip into a smooth one.  This episode is a reminder that the best trips are not the busiest or flashiest ones. They are the ones whe...

“Travel becomes different when families stop trying to force themselves into vacations that leave everyone overstimulated, exhausted, and overwhelmed.” In this episode, I kick off a special summer state park miniseries for families raising children with ADHD, autism, anxiety, and other behavioral differences with a visit to Letchworth State Park in Western New York. This conversation explores why...

“Sometimes the most memorable moments happen when you slow the pace and let the day unfold.” In this episode, we explore Acadia National Park and Bar Harbor, Maine, and how to turn a popular summer destination into a calm, flexible family adventure. We share how to enjoy nature without the pressure of doing everything, and how small, thoughtful choices can make travel feel easier, more grounded, a...

“When the plan feels manageable, the whole trip feels lighter.” In this bonus episode, we talk about how to choose travel destinations that feel more supportive, flexible, and realistic for your family. Instead of trying to pack everything in, we explore simple patterns that make travel easier, like balancing stimulation with calm, choosing places with space to move, and allowing room for rest and...

Travel is often imagined as a time of ease, connection, and shared memories. Yet for many families, it also carries layers of unpredictability. Plans may need to shift. Environments can feel overwhelming. Moments that were meant to be simple can become more complex. In this episode with Ocean City, New Jersey, we explore how a classic beach destination can be approached with intention and flexibil...

Travel carries both anticipation and uncertainty, especially for families raising children with ADHD, autism, or anxiety. The hope for rest and connection often sits alongside quiet questions about how each moment will unfold. In this episode featuring Myrtle Beach, we explore a family-friendly destination that offers both excitement and calm for children with ADHD, autism, and anxiety. From open...

“Flights don’t have to be perfect to be successful.” In this episode of Family Travel that Supports ADHD, Autism, and Anxiety , Dr. Josette Bianchi steps away from the usual 3-2-1 format to share practical, real-life tips for flying with kids with ADHD. From preparing at home and packing a thoughtful carry-on to building in movement, supporting transitions, and handling delays calmly, this convers...

In this episode of Family Travel that Supports ADHD, Autism, and Anxiety , Dr. Josette Bianchi returns to her hometown and shares a simple way to explore Rochester using the show’s 3-2-1 travel format. The journey includes a playful museum designed for hands-on discovery, a quiet nature trail where kids can wander and notice small surprises along the path, and a smaller amusement park that feels m...

Traveling with children with neurodiverse needs or anxiety often feels like planning a trip where the conditions may change at any minute, and learning to adapt becomes part of the adventure. There is excitement about exploring new places, but there may also be questions about crowds, noise, unfamiliar routines, and big emotions. Plans sometimes shift, and the day may look different from what was...

Family travel that supports ADHD, Autism & Anxiety is a podcast for families who love to travel and are raising children with big feelings, behavioral challenges, and neurodiverse needs. Hosted by Josette Bianchi—a board-certified pediatrician, mom of three, and travel lover—this show shares practical tips, real-life experiences, and supportive strategies for traveling with kids who don’t alwa...