The Neurodivergent Travel Diary shares the author's experiences as a neurodivergent solo traveler during a trip to Washington, D.C. for the Passport DC event. The journey highlighted the challenges faced by neurodivergent individuals, such as sensory sensitivities and emotional regulation, especially when traveling with family who may not fully understand these needs. The diary aims to document these experiences, offering coping strategies and resources to empower neurodivergent travelers. Ultimately, the author seeks to promote awareness and inclusivity in travel spaces, advocating for support and accommodations.
Category: Travel Lessons
Experience at a Hostel
The author's frugal travel journey highlights the challenges of budgeting while exploring new places. Staying at Washington DC's Caravan Hostel fostered a sense of belonging, enriching the travel experience through communal meals and vibrant interactions with fellow travelers. The hostel emphasized safety and cleanliness while nurturing a welcoming community, allowing guests to connect and share cultural insights. Overall, hostels provide unique opportunities for personal growth, adaptability, and meaningful relationships during travel.
IPT’s emergencies abroad
Solo traveler shares experience encountering inappropriate behavior abroad, stresses importance of safety and reporting incidents.
Be a “Traveler,” Not a “Tourist.”
The distinction between "tourist" and "traveler" lies in behavior, appearance, and purpose. A "traveler" dresses modestly, blends in with locals, and seeks to understand the culture deeply, whereas a "tourist" may stand out and prioritize sightseeing. To become a mature, responsible "traveler," experience as a "tourist" is beneficial.
Travelers Opportunities
While some frequent travelers (like me) missed traveling dearly for traveling in 2022, I am optimistic that last year will come to an end. So now, we started to get up and work on achievable and realistic goals. For some, it officially ended the monotonous year, the year in which many need to be more … Continue reading Travelers Opportunities
A Day in a pre-pandemic life
Working and staying home, we have been got through the pandemic. I know that many people wanted to get back to pre-pandemic life. I know that, but this Covid anxiety doesn't have to be boring or cause you to worry only if you are fully vaccinated. If you aren't vaccinated, get it as soon as … Continue reading A Day in a pre-pandemic life
Why I love Google Flights?
As I start in 2021, I began to search for a flight for a deal. I knew that the flight to Singapore had been canceled due to a global pandemic. That costs me over $750 for October of 2020. I know that mistakes I learned from booking from kayak.com include a free 24-hour cancellation but poor customer … Continue reading Why I love Google Flights?
All Aboard the Virtual Vacation
The author creates a solo virtual vacation to cope with the pandemic's travel restrictions. They define a virtual vacation as an online simulation of a destination using the five senses and describe their own Taipei virtual vacation. Virtual vacations benefit travelers by offering safe, cost-effective, and meaningful experiences, offering a positive outlook for future travels post-pandemic with the availability of the Covid-19 vaccine.
The Vacation Policies
Working two jobs (teleworker and Intern) during the summer has not been so easy, especially I planned to travel abroad at some times. There is a vacation policies. There are economic downward and so as limited vacation time due to pandemic. I know that's hard for you and you can get in it together. Yes, … Continue reading The Vacation Policies
Why Probationary Period is Necessary?
Wow! The probationary period is a hot topic for all novelty employees that need to complete the 1st year of work or require hours of work to consider a status for benefits, including vacation benefits. It is a compulsory, folks. You are not alone. Everyone, including travel addicts, has gotten through the probationary period at … Continue reading Why Probationary Period is Necessary?
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