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Autism-Friendly Disney World Travel Day | UK Family, Virgin Atlantic & Animal Kingdom

Travelling from the UK to Walt Disney World with kids can feel overwhelming — especially for autistic or neurodiverse families. In this vlog, join us for Day 1 of our Walt Disney World December 2025 vlog series, as we travel from the UK to Florida as a neurodiverse, autism-friendly family. This video is helpful for: • UK families travelling to Walt Disney World • Parents flying long-haul with children • Families visiting Florida for the first time • Autistic and neurodiverse families planning Disney trips I’m Sam — a UK Disney content creator, mum, and lifelong Disney superfan with over 30 years of Disney experience. On this trip, I’m travelling with two neurodivergent children (autism & ADHD), alongside my sister and parents, sharing honest, real-life Disney experiences and practical tips for families. ⸻ ✈️ UK TO ORLANDO TRAVEL DAY (STEP-BY-STEP) We start our Disney holiday with a full UK travel day, including: • Pre-travel night at Premier Inn Bath Road (Heathrow) • Heathrow No1 Lounge review (food, cinema room & accessibility) • Flying Virgin Atlantic Economy Delight direct to Orlando (MCO) • A special moment as my daughter becomes an honorary travel stewardess • In-flight entertainment, meals, snacks & kids packs • Mobile Passport Control (MPC) explained for UK travellers ⸻ 🏨 DISNEY’S CARIBBEAN BEACH RESORT (ARRIVAL NIGHT) After arriving in Florida, we head to: • Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort (Jamaica Building – Room 4461*) (Room number incorrectly stated in the video — oops!) • Full 5th sleeper room tour and bathroom walkthrough • Dinner from Old Port Royale quick service (Disney pizza night!) ⸻ 🐘 DISNEY’S ANIMAL KINGDOM – CHRISTMAS DAY We spend Christmas Day at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, sharing: • Disney resort bus transport • Festive Christmas decorations • Disability stroller tagging at Guest Services • Honest discussion about overstimulation, transitions & sensory challenges • Tusker House character breakfast with Mickey, Goofy, Donald & Daisy • Zootopia: Better Together at the Tree of Life • The world’s largest Mickey cinnamon roll at Starbucks • Gorilla Falls Exploration Trail • Finding Nemo: The Big Blue and Beyond musical • Chip & Dale in dinosaur costumes • Kevin from UP character spotting • Autism-friendly reflections and learnings from the day ⸻ 🎨 BONUS DISNEY RESORT VISIT We also explore Disney’s Art of Animation Resort, including: • Finding Nemo and Cars (Radiator Springs) sections • Quick-service snacks on the Disney Dining Plan • Finding Nemo cheesecake & Little Mermaid cupcake ⸻ 🧩 NEURODIVERSE DISNEY PLANNING TOOLS I share how my downloadable, printable Disney planner for neurodiverse kids helped reduce overwhelm for my children on this trip. ✨ Available via my Etsy shop (linked below), including: • Walt Disney World planners for neurodiverse families • Disney Cruise planners • Golden Statue scavenger hunt printable 🔗 Etsy shop: https://neversayneverland.etsy.com 🔗 Disney World Planner for Neurodiverse Families https://www.etsy.com/uk/listing/19022... 🔗 Disney Cruise Planner for Neurodiverse Families https://www.etsy.com/uk/listing/43081... ⸻ 🔗 USEFUL LINKS MENTIONED 🎥 Applying for Disney’s Disability Access Service (DAS)    • Disney DAS Pass Explained (UK Guide) | How...   ✈️ Virgin Atlantic Special Assistance https://flywith.virginatlantic.com/gb... 🛂 Mobile Passport Control (MPC) information https://www.cbp.gov/travel/us-citizen... ⸻ 📸 Follow us on Instagram: @neversayneverland_adventures Daily autism-friendly Disney tips, UK travel advice & behind-the-scenes moments