Interview (Autistic Adult - Travel experience)
Participant: Female, 25–34
What does independence mean to you?
“Being able to have freedom over what I do, where I might go and when I do things.”
Again, independence is linked to freedom and control. This suggests that accessibility should increase choice rather than simply provide assistance.
Can you tell me about an international trip you have taken? Were there any parts of planning or travelling that you found particularly difficult?
“When I last went to Annecy in France, the most difficult part of travelling was figuring out the local travel routes.”
This identifies navigating unfamiliar transport systems as a barrier and expands the project beyond the airport into the journey between the airport and destination.
Have any barriers affected your confidence, independence, or willingness to travel internationally?