What if your next family vacation could double as therapy?
In this episode of Beyond the Science, BCBA and certified autism travel pro Rachel Morelli shares how she helps families turn travel into progress, not stress. From cruises with built-in respite care to airports that actually support neurodiverse kids, Rachel breaks down real-world tools that make exploring the world possible for every family. She also introduces The Learning Escape, a first-of-its-kind ABA cruise where professionals can earn CEUs while their families enjoy the trip.
đ§ Watch now and see how travel can become therapy and freedom for families everywhere.
Timestamps:
00:00 Intro
01:40 Meet Rachel: BCBA & Autism Travel Pro
04:00 Autism on the Seas: Support on Cruises
06:30 How Travel Goals Become Therapy Goals
09:40 Can Insurance Cover Travel Therapy?
13:20 Why Vacations Boost Family Well-being
14:45 Genius Safety Tip for Traveling with Kids
17:40 Autism-Friendly Parks & Resorts
20:10 Airport Help: TSA Cares & Sunflower Program
22:00 Practice Flights for Autism Families
23:20 The Learning Escape: CEUs at Sea
25:50 Inside the First ABA Cruise Conference
29:30 Balancing Motherhood & a BCBA Career
34:20 Beating Burnout and Finding New Paths
36:30 How to Become a Certified Autism Travel Pro
38:10 The Future of Accessible Travel
42:00 Group Trips, Sponsorships & Insurance
45:25 Rapid-Fire Travel Q&A with Rachel
47:00 Rachelâs Early Morning Rituals
48:20 Final Thoughts & Takeaways
