Songs of Summer: Tunes For Your Travel Playlist
Whether you’re driving across the country or jumping on a long haul flight, it’s always a great idea to be traveling with a soundtrack for your trip. Carefully-selected tunes which will set the mood. But now that summer is here, which songs can make up that perfect playlist?
“Summer travel songs should get you thinking about wide open blue skies, a beating sun and cocktails on the beach. They should be a toe tapping accompaniment to lapping waves or be redolent with the sounds of exotic destinations.”
With that in mind, here are a few suggestions of must-haves for your travel playlist – 18 infectious tunes that invoke a sense of summer. Some of them are currently topping the charts, some are classic tunes, but they all have one thing in common … I can’t get them out of my head!
Let me know if you have any songs to add in the comments. And at the end of the post, enter to win an iTunes voucher worth £50 courtesy of the new “Sounds like Summer” track creator by First Choice!
read moreThings You Need to Know Before You Go On Antelope Canyon Tours
One of the most stunning natural wonders in the United States, Antelope Canyon is a favorite among photographers, tourists, and visitors from all over the world. A popular slot canyon on the Navajo Reservation, it is unearthly in its beauty, created over many thousands of years by wind and water which carved the sandstone into the temple we see today.
Tourists make the trek for the natural light show, which is something of a photographers dream. “The views in Lower Antelope Canyon change constantly as the sun moves across the sky, filtering lights softly across the stone walls. These ever-moving sun angles bounce light back and forth across the narrow canyon’s walls, creating a dazzling display of color, light, and shadow.”
Antelope Canyon is a place where you can experience nature in its raw form, though those interested in visiting should note that the area is only open by joining a tour.
read moreEpic Travel Splurge: 5 Places to Stay If You’re Not Worried About Your Budget
If money was no object, where in the world would you go on vacation? Only a select few get to plan their vacation with abandon, not spending one second worrying about their budget.
Here are 5 places we would love to stay if we could afford to, or if someone else was picking up the tab! These are definitely worth the splurge if you’re not worried about your budget abroad.
read moreThe Best Beaches in Cornwall, UK
When planning a beach vacation, most travelers probably don’t have the UK at the top of their list. And I get it – the water’s cold, and it rains a lot, though during summer the sun does shine, and for those few months out of the year Britain is blessed with perfect weather for the beach.
The UK boasts an incredible coastline with hundreds of stunning beaches to explore, especially when you get to the rugged southwestern tip. Here on this peninsula, Cornwall is home to picturesque harbour villages, soaring white cliffs, and ‘swathes of golden sands that look like something straight from the Med’.
Whether golden or pebbly, bustling or blissfully empty, there are over 300 beaches to discover in Cornwall. The following are some of our favorite picks.
read moreWhat NOT to Pack – 10 Items You’ll NEVER Need Overseas
There’s no greater burden to a traveler than having too much luggage. It’s awkward on public transport, inconvenient to drag across town, and airlines will hit you with extra fees. You’re less likely to travel off the beaten path with all that weight, and it’s difficult to find your things when and as you need.
Many people think that if you want to travel light it’s what you pack that matters. But on the contrary, it’s largely about what you don’t pack.
The following are 10 items you’ll never need overseas. It’s pointless extra weight because you’ll never use them – let me know in the comments if you agree or disagree!
read moreCatching Some Rays: The Top Mobile Apps for Your Summer Vacation
Whatever your plans are for the warmer summer months, whether you’re jetting off to an exotic location or you’re keeping things low-key with a staycation, there are a number of apps that can help you to plan and enjoy your vacation.
From shopping around for the best deals to stopping yourself getting sunburnt, there are a number of fantastic apps available that will help to enhance your holiday. Here are some of our top picks:
read more4 Beaches in Dubrovnik You Shouldn’t Miss
Close your eyes, take a deep breath, and follow the amazing scent of aromatic herbs and pine trees. You will no doubt find yourself on the Adriatic coast, in a city that has been named one of Europe’s most interesting historical destinations – the city of Dubrovnik.
Dubrovnik is famous for its distinctive Old Town, encircled with massive stone walls completed in the 16th century. Though it is also famous for the crystal clear waters and endless shimmer of the Adriatic Sea, and many mysterious beaches lie beyond the city walls.
Beaches here are versatile, and there is something to please both sand and party lovers, or those that love the romance of hidden rocky bays. The Croatian coast is one of the main reasons Dubrovnik is among the most prominent tourist destinations in the Mediterranean. Even if you prefer taking a dip in a swimming pool over the sea, the opportunity to plunge into the azure Adriatic may just change your mind.
read more5 Tips To Save Money When Travelling With Family
Some of us work hard in our careers. Some of us own businesses. Either way, it’s always important to take time off and prioritize a family vacation. Traveling with the family every year can be a fun-filled affair. It gives you all time to reconnect, create shared memories, and who doesn’t love exploring new places and destinations with their loved ones?!
But for those of us who run our own business, what happens when one of our clients skips out on paying us? The possibility of cancelling that family vacation because someone owes us money can cause a lot of family stress and heartache. In such situations, hiring a commercial debt collector like Greenberg, Grant & Richards, will ensure you that business runs smoothly, and you can indeed take that family vacation.
But even if the above doesn’t apply to you, family travel doesn’t have to be an expensive thing. Follow these money saving tips so your family can have the best vacation in 2016.
read more6 Hidden Fees Airlines No Longer Care About Disguising
The airline industry has been struggling to make money since the beginning of flight. But because of their mismanagement, the consumer now has to pay.
Although certain perks such as comfortable seats and WiFi may be worth the extra charges, the escalating fees airlines are now charging have become a joke. The industry has gone above and beyond to charge passengers for everything from the aisle seat to printing a boarding pass. And when you add up these airline fees, you’ll be surprised at how quickly your money accrues.
Many of the following fees used to be hidden. Though now many airlines don’t even bother disguising them.
read more[WATCH] This 3 Minute Video Will Make You Jump on a Flight to Canada
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We spent three weeks exploring the Canadian Rockies. From Banff to Mount Robson, Icefall canyon to the Bugaboos.
We hiked and boated, played disc and checked out the hotsprings. We heli hiked and skied while marveling at everything this incredible country has to offer.
This is the best of Canada in three minutes. I guarantee after watching it you’ll be convinced to jump on a flight!
read moreAbout Me
I am Megan Jerrard, professional travel blogger/journalist with a focus on adventure, discovery, immersion and inspiring you to explore!
