Specialized Travel by Laura

Specialized Travel by Laura I'm a Certified Travel Advisor & Certified Autism Travel Professional, helping you plan a trip curated to your travel party's unique needs.

Ready to chat about a trip? Start here: https://specializedtravelbylaura.com/inquiry

Today at Dreams Dominicus La Romana resort, we:- loved the music (and drinks) at the main pool (thank you for playing yo...
06/23/2026

Today at Dreams Dominicus La Romana resort, we:

- loved the music (and drinks) at the main pool (thank you for playing your country's music/borchata, not just American music! Though Alle and I did rock out to Dream On.. 😎 )

- watched a little bit of the Argentina World Cup game with a lot of Argentina fans! Loving the international crowd here and hearing so many different languages. And Alle and I are practicing our Spanish a lot! Everyone is gracious and appreciative. 😊

- played some bocce ball 🇮🇹

- surfed the waves (Alle) / took a hundred pics and videos of this gorgeous water & beach to use as screensavers during the looonnngg Pittsburgh winters (me)

- had a blast at the resort's White Party and learned some new moves...and got to dust off my Macarena skillz from middle school 😆

So much more to share, including gluten free food, autism tips, etc! Excursion on Wednesday! 🤿

Finding the right hotel is about much more than comparing star ratings and scrolling through reviews. For this lovely fa...
06/09/2026

Finding the right hotel is about much more than comparing star ratings and scrolling through reviews.

For this lovely family traveling to Florence to visit their daughter studying abroad, their hotel needed to be:

- close to their daughter's campus

- walkable to the historic center

- spacious enough for 3 teenagers

- and offer a separate space where the parents could relax and enjoy the views

After researching and evaluating the options, one property stood out above the rest.

This is what I do for my clients every day. Sometimes I present a few options that offer different advantages, and other times, one property clearly checks every box.

Either way, my goal is the same: help my clients spend less time researching and more time looking forward to their trip.

If you'd like help finding the right hotel, resort, villa, or cruise for your next vacation, I'd love to work with you.

⬇️ Comment INQUIRY below, or head to the link in bio to get started.

I am thrilled to share that my host agency, Fora Travel, has been named to the Forbes 2026 Accessibility 200, a list hon...
05/21/2026

I am thrilled to share that my host agency, Fora Travel, has been named to the Forbes 2026 Accessibility 200, a list honoring the top innovators and impact-makers in the world of accessibility.

Fora believes that every traveler deserves access to expert, thoughtful guidance—and that the travel industry had a massive gap we could help fill.

Karen Morales, also honored by Forbes, is our accessibility program lead, and she created our Accessible Travel Program that provides training on mobility needs, cognitive needs, service animals, dietary restrictions, and more.

Fora also deepened supplier relationships and partnered with changemakers in the space, all to give us travel advisors the tools to set a higher bar for inclusive travel planning.

This award to Fora and Karen is so well-deserved. I'm extremely proud to partner with them as a Certified Autism Travel Professional and above all, mom to a child with special needs.

If you and/or your family has accessibility needs and/or special needs, I'd love to help you plan your next trip. DM me or hop to the link in the comments below to get started!


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Expert-guided tours can be such a great fit for travelers who want to experience a destination in-depth without the stre...
05/11/2026

Expert-guided tours can be such a great fit for travelers who want to experience a destination in-depth without the stress of figuring out every detail themselves.

They’re especially ideal for:

✅first-time visitors

✅ multigenerational families

✅ busy professionals, or

✅anyone who wants the confidence of having transportation, guides, hotels, and major sightseeing professionally handled.

The right tour can also open doors to experiences that are difficult to coordinate on your own, like private access to the Sistine Chapel.

And for my clients, having a dedicated travel advisor in their corner before, during, and after the trip adds another layer of support and peace of mind.

If you’ve been thinking about a big trip but aren’t sure whether a guided tour or custom itinerary would fit your travel style best, feel free to reach out. I’m always happy to help you talk through the options and find the right fit for your family and travel goals.

Instead of asking where to go next, many of my clients are choosing to return to places they already love.Italy, Greece,...
05/08/2026

Instead of asking where to go next, many of my clients are choosing to return to places they already love.

Italy, Greece, London.... Familiar destinations, experienced in a more intentional way. A slower pace, a different hotel, and experiences that make it feel entirely new.

There's value in returning to a destination with purpose. When the foundation is already there, it creates opportunities to go deeper.

If you've been thinking about a return trip but want it to feel elevated and effortless, I'd love to help you reimagine it.

Send me a message or comment “RETURN” and I'll send you my New Client Welcome Guide so we can get started.

If you're new to this page, I plan travel for everyone, but I specialize in travelers who have special needs, such as di...
05/05/2026

If you're new to this page, I plan travel for everyone, but I specialize in travelers who have special needs, such as dietary restrictions, sensory differences, motion sensitivities, anxiety, autism, & more.

My training & work as a school psychologist, experience as a special needs mom of 14 years & counting, and credentialing as a Certified Autism Travel Professional all come together and allow me to help my clients have the vacations they deserve --and that's the best feeling.

Thank you to my wonderful clients for these lovely testimonials!

✈️If you or someone you know is flying this summer or later this year, save or share this post!Always make sure to check...
04/29/2026

✈️If you or someone you know is flying this summer or later this year, save or share this post!

Always make sure to check the TSA website AND your airline's website for specific information before you travel, as details can vary and change all the time!

⚽️🥅Are you going to any World Cup matches, or just flying through one of those major airports? Pack your patience!

In my travel planning business, nothing makes me happier than seeing a client transform from being overwhelmed and unsur...
04/22/2026

In my travel planning business, nothing makes me happier than seeing a client transform from being overwhelmed and unsure to excited and confident about their trip.

My travel planning services can go *beyond* booking your hotel, airport transfer, or recommending restaurants and activities, if that's what you need.

📍I'll walk you through maps of your destination, how to access the transportation, where to buy the tickets, and how far you'll be walking - or how to call an Uber instead.

If this sounds like a service you can use -- and if you love the amount of time this would save you -- comment below or DM me and let's chat.

Switzerland, but not the version you think. 🇨🇭✨Think private lake cruises, mountaintop lunches, hidden local spots and l...
04/18/2026

Switzerland, but not the version you think. 🇨🇭✨

Think private lake cruises, mountaintop lunches, hidden local spots and luxury that feels effortless, not overdone.

This insider guide goes beyond the highlights and takes you straight to the experiences most travelers miss and the ones that make a trip unforgettable.

Want the guide? Comment GUIDE or DM me and I’ll send it your way 💌

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If you've been curious about Beaches Resorts - let me know if you want the Beaches Turks & Caicos Sensory Guide and I'll...
04/10/2026

If you've been curious about Beaches Resorts - let me know if you want the Beaches Turks & Caicos Sensory Guide and I'll email it to you! (Just comment below!)

The guide also talks about all of the wonderful programs that this all-inclusive resort has for kids with autism and other special needs.

⏳And right now, there is a promotion going on to celebrate the opening of the new Treasure Beach section of the resort. Link in comments if you want to check that out! ⬇

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