Blog Posts Tagged ‘solo travel’

Travel as Therapy: Exploring the World as an Autistic Adult

Autism adventures abroad, travel therapy, accessible tourism

Travel isn’t just a getaway—it can be healing. In this post, I explore how travel serves as therapy for autistic adults, sharing personal insights from visiting over 65 countries. Learn how embracing the unknown can support sensory regulation, build confidence, and lead to meaningful self-discovery.

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Autistic Travel Voices #10: Allie Mason

Allie with the sign for Yellowstone National Park

In this edition of ‘Autistic Travel Voices’ I got the opportunity to chat with Allie Mason, who is a fellow autistic traveler from England who now also works as an autistic children’s author.

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Autistic Travel Voices #9: Rin Yoshitani

In this latest edition of ‘Autistic Travel Voices’ I got the opportunity to chat with Rin – a young solo traveler from Tokyo. Having previously lived in Tokyo, I took a personal interest in Rin’s experiences as an autistic person growing up there, due to the vast cultural differences from my own upbringing in Europe.

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The Challenges of Traveling with Friends VS Meeting Friends on the Road

Traveling with friends, autistic friendly travel, alex stratikis

Having experienced both, I discuss the unique challenges of traveling with friends versus meeting new friends while on the road. Learn how each experience impacts your trip, as well as tips for making the most of both scenarios.

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24 Hours in San Marino

San Marino Tourism, autistic travel europe, alex stratikis

San Marino might be one of the world’s tiniest countries, but that doesn’t mean there isn’t anything there to enjoy as a visitor. Here you’ll find the best things to see and do to make the most out of a day in this little mountaintop nation.

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My 1 Month Accessible Rail Adventure Around Europe With Interrail / Eurail

Eurail, Interrail, Accessible Train Travel, Autistic Tourism, Alex Stratikis, Geneva viewpoint

I spent a month exploring some of the best that Europe has to offer with Interrail/Eurail to promote accessibility across their rail networks. Read on to see what I found out during this epic adventure.

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Autistic Travel Voices #8: Matt

autism adventures abroad, neurodivergent travel options, autistic tourism

In this new edition of ‘Autistic Travel Voices’ I interviewed a young solo traveler from Houston, Texas named Matt. Matt has been on many adventures, and kindly shared some of insights from his journeys.

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Checking in to Check out Hotel Etico Blue Mountains: Australia’s First Social Enterprise Hotel

disabled tourism, accessible accommodation, disabled travellers

Hotel Etico Blue Mountains is Australia’s first social enterprise hotel. Part of an initiative that has its roots in Italy, the hotel mainly hires young people with disabilities through its employment programs – giving them a chance at a career that might have otherwise been unobtainable.

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Autistic Travel Voices #7: Katie Oswald

Autistic Peace Corps, Wakiso, Uganda

In this new edition of ‘Autistic Travel Voices’ I had a great conversation with Katie Oswald of the Full Spectrum Agency for Autistic Adults. While Katie now offers coaching & consulting services, she also has an extensive travel history too – which she discusses in this interview.

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Weekly Thoughts #13: Looking Back on Where it All Began

Glasgow, Brewery, Alex Stratikis

A short blog post looking back on some of the events that have led me up until this current point in my life.

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Autistic Travel Voices #6: Mischa

autistic traveler, inclusive tourism options, autism travel tips

In this edition of ‘Autistic Travel Voices’ I interview Mischa, an American solo traveler from Washington DC. He has been traveling since a young age and has now visited all 50 US states. Check out what Mischa had to share about his varied travel experiences and how they relate to the autistic experience.

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Weekly Thoughts #11: Wanting to Travel the World as an Autistic Adult

Arequipa, Peru travel, autistic travel

In this edition of ‘Weekly Thoughts’ I discuss the desire to travel the world by myself as a solo backpacker, and how this relates to me being an autistic adult.

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