Plan an exhilarating summer escape

It’s officially summertime, which means it’s the perfect opportunity to explore new destinations and create lasting memories. We handpicked some handy travel sidekicks to make planning your adventures a breeze.

Wanderlog’s visual itinerary builder lets you plot your vacation on an interactive map. You can visualize distances between your hotel and attractions, collab with friends, share destination research, and track the group budget in one place.

Best feature: The interactive map that connects your saved locations and daily plans

Forward your booking emails to Tripit to generate a comprehensive master schedule. It works as your ticket verifier, securely storing boarding passes, flight times, and reservation numbers in a clear timeline you can view offline.

Best feature: The itinerary generation that turns your inbox into a clear travel schedule

Roadtrippers is designed for highway adventures. The app can highlight quirky attractions, scenic detours, campsites, and local diners along your path. Use the free version for quick trips, or upgrade to build massive, multi-stop cross-country itineraries.

Best feature: The discovery map that reveals unique local stops you might otherwise drive right past

Polarsteps automatically tracks your route and geotags your photos as you travel, building an interactive visual map of your entire journey. Share your progress with others or keep your travel memories organized.

Best feature: The automatic route tracking that captures your path which you can transform into a beautifully printed photo book

Google Search’s price tracking can be your aide in securing excellent deals on accommodations. When searching for hotels, navigate to the Prices tab and turn on tracking. You’ll receive direct email alerts when rates drop for your chosen dates, allowing you to book your dream stay at the perfect price.

Best feature: The interactive map that connects your saved locations and daily plans.