Take Flight with Amy Flores-Young: Strategies for Accessible Travel

In this episode, Dana Marie interviews Amy Flores-Young of Flo Yo Travel. 

Amy Flores Young (FloYo) is the founder of FloYo Travel and the creator of the IMPACT Retreat Roadmap. Amy is a specialist in planning travel for those with disabilities and chronic health needs. Not only does Amy have over 30 years experience in assisting those with disabilities, she is also the parent of a severely disabled adult and travels internationally as a family. This first hand experience and understanding of how travel deepens relationships gives Amy a unique ability to create spot on travel plans for her clients.

Amy shares her inspiration for starting Flo Yo Travel, which specializes in planning travel for individuals with disabilities and chronic health needs. She emphasizes the importance of travel in deepening relationships and creating lasting memories. Amy discusses the challenges faced by full-time caregivers and how travel can provide a break from the daily routine. She provides insights into the considerations and preparations involved in traveling with disabilities, including low-tech options and proactive planning. Amy also shares her favorite travel experiences and destinations, and encourages families to consider accessible travel.

Takeaways

Travel can deepen relationships and create lasting memories for individuals with disabilities and chronic health needs.

Full-time caregivers can benefit from taking a break from their daily routine and enjoying travel experiences with their families.

Proactive planning and considering individual routines and needs are essential for successful travel with disabilities.

Working with a travel professional who understands the unique challenges and needs of individuals with disabilities can make the travel experience smoother and more enjoyable.

Connect with Amy

website:  www.floyotravel.com or email directly to Amy@floyotravel.com

FB: https://www.facebook.com/amy.floyo

LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amy-floyo/

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Amy Flores Young and Flo Yo Travel

01:25 Inspiration to Start Flo Yo Travel

03:22 The Impact of Travel on Relationships

04:41 Challenges of Being a Full-Time Caregiver

05:30 How Travel Differs from Daily Routine

06:31 The Extraordinary Effort of Having an Ordinary Day

07:01 Taking the Day-to-Day Routine into Account

08:41 Considerations Beyond Tangible Packing

09:38 Changing Destinations Based on Needs and Outcomes

10:37 Accommodating Routines and Expectations

11:36 Proactive Planning and Low-Tech Options

13:56 Becoming More Intuitive and Comfortable with Travel

17:53 Overcoming Barriers and Addressing Concerns

18:53 Thinking Outside the Box as a Travel Professional

20:53 Providing Low-Tech Supports and Solutions

23:14 Favorite Travel Experiences and Destinations

27:16 Encouraging Families to Consider Accessible Travel

27:46 Closing Remarks and Contact Information