✨ Introduction

Our first experience in Big Land in Canela, RS, was unforgettable! A space entirely dedicated to family fun, with several interactive attractions. We took the opportunity to analyze the visit from the perspective of accessibility and of the sensory comfort for autistic people. 💙

In 09/08, we return to a 2nd visit, this time with my brother, as part of the VIP list, where everyone enters for free 🎟️. Once again, we focus on the experience with a focus on inclusion and accessibility.

🌈 Environment

THE Big Land It's a charming environment that makes adults and children feel part of a playful and fun world. The games are well-detailed, interactive, and thought-provoking, providing unique moments for the whole family 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦.

THE kids' space 👧🧒 worth highlighting: it has an area for adults to sit 🪑 and a strategic location close to other attractions, allowing parents to accompany their children and also enjoy other activities.

🧩 How was the 2nd visit (with my brother)

• Start with resistance: he experienced initial discomfort, especially in areas with more light and sound stimuli.
• Quick adaptation: after that moment, enjoyed the toys a lot and in the end, I didn't want to leave 😍.
• Attentive staff: employees were helpful and welcoming, including during the initial small crisis. 👏

♿ Accessibility

• Free admission to autistic people and people with disabilities – excellent inclusion initiative ❤️.
• There is adapted bathroom 🚻, but the space still has few physical adaptations for mobility.
• Does not have tactile flooring or audio description.
• Expansion plans reported by the team, which should improve mobility for wheelchair users.

💡 What can be improved

• 🎧 Create a reserved sensory space for people with sound sensitivity, reducing the impact of loud sounds at certain times.
• 🧸 Include toys specifically for the autistic public, with more controlled stimuli.
• 🚪 Invest in wider accesses and support bars.

✅ Conclusion

THE Big Land it's a space welcoming and familiar, with a unique proposal that entertains everyone. The free of charge for autistic people and people with disabilities is a major highlight and demonstrates concern for inclusion. Even with improvements to be made in physical and sensory accessibility, quality of service and the team attention make the experience extremely positive. Without a doubt, we will return as many times as possible! 🙌🎉

Updated on 08/09 – Unified content with records of the 1st and 2nd visit.