When families think of the golden sands along the Palm Beaches, many overlook Lake Worth Beach. While Lake Worth Beach Casino shares a name with the historic casino complex, there is no actual gambling here. Instead, you’ll find a meticulously restored 1920s bathhouse that serves as a quiet, structured home base for a day at…
For our neurodivergent family, the Staybridge Suites Cherry Creek hotel is about location, location, location. Nestled in Glendale on the lovely Cherry Creek Trail, it is less than 20 minutes from Downtown Denver. Our autistic kids think the green space and bubbling rapids are a sensory delight. There is rushing, submersible water nearby, so please…
We’ve stayed at many Walt Disney World resorts, but we most love the flora and fauna of the Polynesian resort’s total immersion into an exotic locale. The Poly transports you beyond the reality of a theme park hotel! For sit-down dining, visitors to the Polynesian can eat at Ohana or the Kona Cafe (see our…
The History of Squire’s Castle in the Metroparks Squire’s Castle is one of the most unique and beautiful historical landmarks located in the North Chagrin Reservation of the Cleveland Metroparks. Originally intended as the gatekeeper’s house for a much larger estate, this Romanesque Revival structure is now a beautiful, open-air stone shell that offers a safe space…
Whether you’re a Cleveland local or just visiting, Shinto Japanese Steakhouse in Strongsville offers a rare trifecta for families: interactive hibachi, an exhaustive sushi menu, and a dedicated gluten-free protocol. It is one of the most reliable spots in the area for a high-energy, allergy-safe dining adventure. TL;DR Shinto Work up an appetite on a…
Updated March 2026 | Medically Reviewed by Dr. Caitlin Goodwin, APRN Summer’s end signals the transition back to school. While returning to school is tough for everyone, it is especially difficult for families of children with autism. Follow these 8 tips to help your autistic child prepare for the new school year. Prepare your child…
The Kimpton Cardinal Hotel in downtown Winston-Salem is a boutique mid-century modern hotel that is pet-friendly. The hotel room is a little small for families, but there is so much to do nearby that you may not spend any time in the room at all. And if your family is competitive, this hotel’s recreation room…
Tired of staring at travel websites, scrolling Pinterest, and still having no idea where to go on your next family trip? We turned all our years of trial and error into expert knowledge, so you don’t have to. Planning a birthday trip, a weekend getaway, or just a mini-vacation should be exciting, not stressful. Good…
Picture sitting on your private balcony with a mug of coffee as dolphins play in the wake of powerboats on Broad Creek. Marriott’s Harbour Point resort is nestled in Shelter Cove Harbour next to its “sister” resort, Sunset Pointe. The Hilton Head Island, South Carolina, resort is recently refurbished and features spectacular views of the…
Like many families, we’ve found that travel isn’t just about the destination. It’s about how you approach the journey. Our road trips to Hilton Head Island (HHI) taught us a lot about slowing down, finding quiet spaces, and enjoying the island in new ways. Hilton Head Island: The Ultimate Autism and Family Travel Guide Now,…