https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/tags/tag/autism/ Autism News en Breaking Travel News Copyright 2026 2026-04-19T08:41:48+00:00 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/dubai-becomes-first-certified-autism-destination-in-the-eastern-hemisphere/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/dubai-becomes-first-certified-autism-destination-in-the-eastern-hemisphere/ Dubai has officially gained recognition as the first Certified Autism Destination™ in the Eastern Hemisphere – a designation which underscores a citywide effort to make the tourism proposition more accessible and inclusive for all residents and visitors. This achievement aligns with key priorities of the Dubai Economic Agenda D33, by championing talent development, social inclusion, and quality of life, as well as the UAE Year of Community, which includes the goal of creating inclusive spaces that encourage collaboration, a sense of belonging, and shared experiences. Tue, 29 Apr 2025 09:33:04 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emirates-set-to-become-the-worlds-first-autism-certified-airline/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emirates-set-to-become-the-worlds-first-autism-certified-airline/ Emirates has launched an inspiring journey to officially become the world’s first Autism Certified Airline™, inviting customers with autism and sensory sensitivities to experience Emirates’ seamless services and personalised hospitality, making travel more accessible for all. The inaugural designation is set to be formally awarded by the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES) in the coming months, when more than 30,000 Emirates cabin crew and ground staff will have completed the initial training. Emirates also plans to roll out new standards and services that will improve the on ground and inflight travel experience for both customers on the autism spectrum and their families and companions, to be announced later in the year. Sat, 11 Jan 2025 06:17:16 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emirates-awarded-certified-autism-center-designation-for-all-check-in-facil/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emirates-awarded-certified-autism-center-designation-for-all-check-in-facil/ Furthering Dubai’s commitment to accessible travel and in time for World Autism Awareness Day on 2 April; Emirates has achieved a Certified Autism Center™ Designation for all of its Dubai Check In facilities - Emirates City Check-in & Travel Store in DIFC, Emirates Cruise Check In - Port Rashid, Emirates Cruise Check In - Dubai Harbour and Emirates City Check-In Ajman, in addition to the Emirates’ dedicated hub in Terminal 3 at Dubai International Airport (DXB). Tue, 02 Apr 2024 06:44:38 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/visit-visalia-recognizes-autism-awareness-month-in-april/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/visit-visalia-recognizes-autism-awareness-month-in-april/ Visalia, the nation’s first Certified Autism Destination, recognizes Autism Awareness month in April. Visit Visalia and local tourism partners will highlight Visalia’s initiative: Every day is autism acceptance day in our community. A recent survey conducted by Autism Travel (https://autismtravel.com/) shows that 78% of parents with an autistic child do not travel, but 94% would be more likely to if autism certified options were available. Sat, 30 Mar 2024 06:07:33 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/myrtle-beach-south-carolina-a-sensory-friendly-destination-for-all/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/myrtle-beach-south-carolina-a-sensory-friendly-destination-for-all/ Autism- and Sensory-Friendly Vacations Made Possible Year-Round at The Beach Wed, 12 Apr 2023 07:02:26 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/waterpark-in-the-middle-east-to-earn-the-ibcces-certified-autism-center-des/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/waterpark-in-the-middle-east-to-earn-the-ibcces-certified-autism-center-des/ Dubai’s Atlantis Aquaventure, the world’s largest waterpark, proudly announces that it has earned the Certified Autism Center™ (CAC) designation from the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES) Wed, 05 Apr 2023 05:53:04 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/british-airways-becomes-the-first-airline-in-the-uk-to-launch-a-visual-guid/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/british-airways-becomes-the-first-airline-in-the-uk-to-launch-a-visual-guid/ To mark World Autism Acceptance Week, British Airways has announced a partnership with Learning Rose, an organisation that develops support material for people with autism. Sat, 01 Apr 2023 08:54:49 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/beaches-resorts-releases-new-sensory-guides-ahead-of-autism-acceptance-mont/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/beaches-resorts-releases-new-sensory-guides-ahead-of-autism-acceptance-mont/ The Caribbean’s most coveted all-inclusive for families expands its industry leading autism program with all-new resources for guests on the spectrum Sat, 01 Apr 2023 08:24:38 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/all-legoland-resorts-in-north-america-to-become-certified-autism-centers-by/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/all-legoland-resorts-in-north-america-to-become-certified-autism-centers-by/ LEGOLAND® Resorts believe awesome is for everyone! Today, LEGOLAND® California, LEGOLAND® Florida, and LEGOLAND® New York Resorts proudly declare that all Parks will become Certified Autism Centers™ (CAC) by spring 2023. Tue, 07 Feb 2023 08:35:56 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/for-customers-on-the-autism-spectrum-the-delta-travel-experience-is-welcomi/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/for-customers-on-the-autism-spectrum-the-delta-travel-experience-is-welcomi/ Air travel can be a challenging experience for customers – especially those with cognitive disabilities such as autism spectrum disorder – but there are a number of resources available so it doesn’t have to be. Tue, 01 Nov 2022 05:08:01 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/premier-inn-teams-up-emirates-autism-centre-for-new-force-for-good-campaign/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/premier-inn-teams-up-emirates-autism-centre-for-new-force-for-good-campaign/ Premier Inn has teamed up with the Emirates Autism Centre for a new, long-term collaboration under its Force for Good campaign. Thu, 20 Oct 2022 07:35:56 +0000