Once upon a time, I used to dream about travel—spontaneous getaways, exciting adventures, exploring new places. And then… life happened. If you’ve ever felt like travel just isn’t in the cards for your family anymore, you are not alone.
That’s exactly why I brought my friend Laura Ishmael onto the podcast this week. Laura is a special needs mom, travel advisor, and all-around travel wizard who has found a way to make travel work—even when it looks different than expected.
We talked about:
✈️ Why traveling with a special needs child can feel overwhelming—but doesn’t have to be impossible
🏨 The little-known details (like hotels not guaranteeing accessible rooms—what?!) that can make or break a trip
🌍 How even something as simple as a staycation can bring the magic back into travel
And of course, we covered all the things that make travel hard—disruptions to routines, medical needs, accessibility struggles—but Laura’s perspective is refreshingly hopeful. She’s proof that travel doesn’t have to be perfect to be totally worth it.
If you’ve ever felt like your travel dreams got left behind, this episode might just help you see new possibilities. Listen here!
Get to Know Our Guest, Laura Ishmael:
- Website: Our Next Adventure
- Email: laura.ishmael@fora.travel
So tell me—what’s one place you wish you could go? Maybe it’s not as far out of reach as it seems. 😉
See you in the episode,
Kara
