Re: international travel

[Guest guest]

Hi Lin,

We are going to Europe twice a year.

Every child has its own issues,

the biggest problem we have, is to

keep him settled. We choose

over-night flights or flights that fly

into night hours in terms of the

departure time zone. This way

ours spend periods sleeping which

makes it a lot easier.

Have a good trip.

Mike

Subject: international travelTo: sList Date: Thursday, June 2, 2011, 9:47 AM

Hi, everybody. Does anyone have experience of taking kids on a international trip? I am planning one for this summer. Don't even mention the more than 10 hours flight ,how about the diet and all the supplements? Need your guys advices, Help!Lin

[Guest guest]

I travel with my 4 year old Autistic son all of the time. I have never traveled internationally with him before but I can't see how it would that much different. I make sure I have his portable DVD player, iPad, and special blankie and that usually gets us through the plane trip. I carry all of his supplements (including liquid supplements) on board with me in addition to his GFCF foods like chicken nuggets, bread, snacks, ect. I have his Dr. write him a note so no one gives us any trouble going through security. I also talk to the gate attendant and tell him or her that my son is autistic and request the bulk head seats so we have more room for him to move around and there is no one in front of him to mess with. Make sure you have every thing planned to the t and bring plenty of GFCF foods with you to last the whole trip. Every hotel I have ever stayed at has been perfectly happy to prepare my son's GFCF foods and has been more than accommodating. If you go to busy tourists places be sure to let your tour guide know that you child is autistic and they will usually let you go first.

international travel

Hi, everybody.

Does anyone have experience of taking kids on a international trip? I am planning one for this summer. Don't even mention the more than 10 hours flight ,how about the diet and all the supplements? Need your guys advices, Help!

Lin

[Guest guest]

Thanks ,Mike and wendy, very helpful information. , I have a question for you, what kind of note is that from the doctor? Is it a note that claims his diagnosis which can helps you go through security quicker?

Another question for everybody, which authority I suppose to call to find out the regulations about going through the customs with foods and supplements .as you know , I don't want to get in trouble at the airport with my kids.

Lin

To: sList From: zandersmom99@...Date: Thu, 2 Jun 2011 18:58:52 -0400Subject: Re: international travel

I travel with my 4 year old Autistic son all of the time. I have never traveled internationally with him before but I can't see how it would that much different. I make sure I have his portable DVD player, iPad, and special blankie and that usually gets us through the plane trip. I carry all of his supplements (including liquid supplements) on board with me in addition to his GFCF foods like chicken nuggets, bread, snacks, ect. I have his Dr. write him a note so no one gives us any trouble going through security. I also talk to the gate attendant and tell him or her that my son is autistic and request the bulk head seats so we have more room for him to move around and there is no one in front of him to mess with. Make sure you have every thing planned to the t and bring plenty of GFCF foods with you to last the whole trip. Every hotel I have ever stayed at has been perfectly happy to prepare my son's GFCF foods and has been more than accommodating. If you go to busy tourists places be sure to let your tour guide know that you child is autistic and they will usually let you go first.

international travel

Hi, everybody. Does anyone have experience of taking kids on a international trip? I am planning one for this summer. Don't even mention the more than 10 hours flight ,how about the diet and all the supplements? Need your guys advices, Help!Lin

[Guest guest]

Hi Gaby,

I travel with my 7 yr old overseas (11 hr flights) every year since he was 12

months old and LIN has given you great advise there. I also go to the dollar

store and buy many little toys that he has never seen before and pull one out

every so often. I bought an extra battery for the DVD player because you will

need it for a long flight. Also, get earphones to not disturb others. It was

worth it. I also bring his own food and plenty of snacks on a bag for the

flight. (Even though you can get GF food in the flight my son is allergic to

other foods so better safe than sorry.) Make sure you give him something to chew

on during take offs and landings for the pressure in his ears. If he can chew

gum, even better. Are you staying for a long period? If so, Do an online search

in advance for

health stores in the area so you can replenish on diet foods. If you are staying

in a hotel suite with a kitchen or with family, it is easier because you can

cook his food. If not, although more challenging, always call the restaurant in

advance to discuss his dietary needs. I mean, it all depends what country you

are going to. Have a great trip. Ida

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traveled internationally with him before but I can't see how it would that much

different. I make sure I have his portable DVD player, iPad, and special

blankie and that usually gets us through the plane trip. I carry all of his

supplements (including liquid supplements) on board with me in addition to his

GFCF foods like chicken nuggets, bread, snacks, ect. I have his Dr. write him a

note so no one gives us any trouble going through security. I also talk to the

gate attendant and tell him or her that my son is autistic and request the bulk

head seats so we have more room for him to move around and there is no one in

front of him to mess with. Make sure you have every thing planned to the t and

bring plenty of GFCF foods with you to last the whole trip. Every hotel I have

ever stayed at has been perfectly happy to prepare my son's GFCF foods and has

been more than accommodating. If you go to busy tourists places be sure to let

your tour guide know that you child is autistic and they will usually let you go

first.

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> Does anyone have experience of taking kids on a international trip? I am

planning one for this summer. Don't even mention the more than 10 hours flight

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[Guest guest]

The note I was referring to from the MD states that my son is Autistic and as such he has medical needs that need to be addressed constantly such as dietary supplements including liquids and powders in addition to capsules, special foods and beverages, and certain accommodations during travel. When you present this note to the security attendants they will check all of your stuff out of course, but they will allow you to move through security with liquids which they would not otherwise allow. They also will allow you to take coolers on board to keep your liquids cold as many of our kids supplements and foods need to be refrigerated. This is extremely helpful! You can also check a large cooler full of foods and things you may need when you are traveling. Depending on what airline you are taking they will just count the cooler as one of your checked bags and will not charge extra. I think there is a 50 lb limit for it to be considered free however, but there are ways of getting around that as well. I NEVER travel without this note from my son's doctor either because it may be helpful if you have to go to the hospital for whatever reason while you are traveling.

international travel

Hi, everybody.

Does anyone have experience of taking kids on a international trip? I am planning one for this summer. Don't even mention the more than 10 hours flight ,how about the diet and all the supplements? Need your guys advices, Help!

Lin

[Guest guest]

I made long flights and the noise reduction earphones from boss or pbeats are great because it reduce the rumbaing sound of the airplane and can feet with the airplane sounding system without problem. In my experience I did not said anymore about my son with autism because some airlines require three to four hours early to observe the child and determine if he can behave. Try the handicap permit to fast track security.Sent from my iPadOmayra Matamoros, MHSA, JD

I travel with my 4 year old Autistic son all of the time. I have never traveled internationally with him before but I can't see how it would that much different. I make sure I have his portable DVD player, iPad, and special blankie and that usually gets us through the plane trip. I carry all of his supplements (including liquid supplements) on board with me in addition to his GFCF foods like chicken nuggets, bread, snacks, ect. I have his Dr. write him a note so no one gives us any trouble going through security. I also talk to the gate attendant and tell him or her that my son is autistic and request the bulk head seats so we have more room for him to move around and there is no one in front of him to mess with. Make sure you have every thing planned to the t and bring plenty of GFCF foods with you to last the whole trip. Every hotel I have ever stayed at has been perfectly happy to prepare my son's GFCF foods and has been more than accommodating. If you go to busy tourists places be sure to let your tour guide know that you child is autistic and they will usually let you go first.

international travel

Hi, everybody.

Does anyone have experience of taking kids on a international trip? I am planning one for this summer. Don't even mention the more than 10 hours flight ,how about the diet and all the supplements? Need your guys advices, Help!

Lin