Terry Ward

Terry Ward is based in Florida and has worked as a freelance travel writer since 2000, writing for such publications as CNN, Conde Nast Traveler, National Geographic, The Washington Post and Scuba Diving Magazine, among many others. She lives in Tampa with her two young children and husband and has traveled with them to the Arctic, Cuba, Morocco and elsewhere. Her favorite family travel destinations are Norway and Florida. See more of her work at terry-ward.com

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Traveling With Infants and Toddlers: All of Your Questions, Answered

by Terry Ward

Preparing for your first trip with an infant or toddler? We know how stressful it can be and are here to help with all the…

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14 Best Holiday Gifts for Toddlers 2019

by Terry Ward

Once the babies on your shopping list start to get around (and get into everything) on their own, it’s a whole new world of gift…

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11 Most Affordable Vacations for Large Families

by Terry Ward

So your great, big family wants to go on vacation together. Great news! The only downside when you’re traveling with a crowd—whether that’s an extended…

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7 Large Suitcases That Will Hold All of Your Family’s Stuff

by Terry Ward

The family that packs everything into a single checked bag… stays together? Well, we like to think so—especially since all of your belongings are in…

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The Best Airplane Baby Clothes: 9 Great Outfits and Accessories

by Terry Ward

Of all the moving parts you have to assemble when flying with a little one, airplane baby clothes probably aren’t the first items that spring…

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9 Best Travel Toys for Toddlers 2019

by Terry Ward

Any caregiver of a toddler knows exactly how active (as in nonstop, all over the place) this age group can be. And travelers know there’s…

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9 Best Florida Vacations With Toddlers

by Terry Ward

In addition to its dreamy beaches, the Sunshine State is packed with historical and cultural attractions that make for plenty an educational family vacation (we’re…

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What to Pack for the Beach With Kids: 47 Essentials for Families

by Terry Ward

Loading up the family ride for a day at the beach can feel like a monumental task that’s made exponentially larger with each additional child…

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11 Do’s and Don’ts of Traveling While Pregnant

by Terry Ward

As you know, there’s so much information out there for pregnant women—on the world wide web, from other mothers and friends, from your doctor and…

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9 Kid-Approved Snacks to Bring on the Plane

by Terry Ward

Snacks. You’ve got to love them—especially when you’re traveling with cranky kids and hours of flight time looming in front of you. Carefully calculating when…

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10 Cheapest Places to Fly in Summer 2020

by Terry Ward

Even though summer is peak travel season for many destinations and airports, there are some surprising airfare deals to be found. We turned to Tracy Stewart,…

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10 Last-Minute Items to Pack Before Your Next Family Vacation

by Terry Ward

Any parent who was a traveler first can probably remember those easy, breezy days of packing just for yourself before a trip. Fast-forward to having kids,…

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7 Best Double Strollers for Travel 2020

by Terry Ward

To break out the double stroller or not—for parents of more than one young child, that’s often the question. Admittedly, there are times in your…

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12 Maternity Dresses Made for Travel

by Terry Ward

There are quite a few things about pregnancy that can be uncomfortable. But one thing most moms appreciate when it comes to maternity logistics is…

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7 Luxury Resorts That Offer Free Childcare

by Terry Ward

They’re rare as a unicorn, but hotels and resorts that offer everything from a few hours to entire days of babysitting services as part of…

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5 Easy Ways to Get into the Airport Lounge

by Terry Ward

You don’t have to be a million-miler with status on every airline to gain access to those bastions of airport tranquility. Remind the kids to…

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The Airport Perk Your Family Probably Isn’t Using—But Should Be

by Terry Ward

Let’s face it: For families traveling with young kids, the days of breezing through the airport with only a carry-on bag are dead and gone.…

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15 Best Holiday Gifts for Infants 2019

by Terry Ward

While infants aren’t exactly able to tell you what they want, it’s a joy to watch their eyes light up at the sight of these…

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12 Ridiculously Affordable Winter Vacations 2019/2020

by Terry Ward

Who says you have to wait until next summer to take a vacation? Depending on what part of the country your kids attend school, you…

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8 Awesome Punta Cana All Inclusive Resorts With Water Parks

by Terry Ward

For all those beautiful swaying palms, powdery-sand beaches and turquoise waters, let’s face it — the hotel water park still reigns supreme with kids. These…

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8 Places You Can Go Glamping in the Caribbean and Mexico

by Terry Ward

You’ll be surprised to hear there are some very atmospheric (and air-conditioned) glamping accommodations in the Caribbean and Mexico. Check out these glamping experiences for…

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9 Exotic Escapes with Nonstop Flights

by Terry Ward

An exotic island vacation is closer than you think! You can get to all of these islands on a nonstop flight from many major U.S.…

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7 Luxurious Family Resorts With Butler Service

by Terry Ward

The ultimate escape includes the services of a friendly butler, who can help you make dinner reservations, bring you food upon request, and more. These…

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9 Best Poop-in-the-Pool-Proof Swim Diapers

by Terry Ward

When your little one has a swim diaper that fits well and keeps messes inside while also providing great sun protection, the drama and fear…

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8 Cancun All Inclusive Family Resorts With Water Parks

by Terry Ward

As blue and enticing as the Caribbean Sea is for a family swim, there’s no denying the thrill of having a water park — or…

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