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Travel Planning for Special Needs Families (S7E18)
FromThe Autism Dad
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26 minutes
Released:
May 9, 2024
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SummaryStephanie Peters and Shelby Knopp are the co-owners of Wishes and Co Travel Planning, a travel agency that specializes in special needs travel. They provide resources and support for families with special needs children to plan successful vacations. They offer services such as social stories, visual schedules, and personalized recommendations for accommodations and activities. Their goal is to make travel accessible and enjoyable for families with special needs. They work with various budgets and can plan vacations all year round. Their services are complimentary and they are dedicated to creating lasting memories for families.Guest Bios:Stephanie Peters:Co-owner of Wishes and Co Travel Planning.Former kindergarten teacher with 10 years of experience and endorsements in special education and English language learning.Resides in the suburbs of Chicago with her husband and two cats.Shelby Knopp:Co-owner and senior travel advisor at Wishes and Co Travel Planning.Background in nursing, bringing a unique healthcare perspective to travel planning.Mother of three, with two children having special needs, providing personal insight into the challenges and needs of traveling families.Wishes and Co Travel PlanningAbout Rob Gorski and The Autism Dad podcast:Rob Gorski is a single Dad to three amazing autistic boys and the Founder and CEO of The Autism Dad, LLC. Multiple award-winning blogger, podcaster, content creator, social media influencer, and respected public figure for the last 15 years. Connect with Rob: theautismdad.linkMentioned in this episode:Learn More About Super Duper PublicationsHello, parents and educators! Enhance your child's learning with Super Duper Publications! Our tools, designed by experts in speech-language and occupational therapy, include engaging games, books, and card decks perfect for any time, anywhere learning.
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Released:
May 9, 2024
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