Macworld's Summer Travel Guide
53 gadgets, sites, and tips that’ll help you have more fun on your next vacation
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If the rising mercury has you dreaming of exotic drinks on a distant beach, perhaps it’s time to trade in the ol’ cubicle for an oceanside cabana. But going on vacation doesn’t mean you have to leave your technology at home. A few travel-worthy gadgets could be just what you need to get more fun out of your next trip.
We’ve pulled together a guide to the best portable gear and Web resources for on-the-go Mac users. Find out how to make your next flight feel like a first-class affair, which gadgets will best tolerate water and sand, how to turn your iPod into your personal travel guide, how to stay in touch with friends and family back home without paying sky-high rates, and more.
Wherever your summer travels take you, our guide can make the journey a little smoother. Bon voyage!
- Macworld's Summer Travel Guide
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Be your own travel agent
Quit dreaming of the beach and start booking your flight! These sites and widgets will help turn your dream getaway into reality.
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In-flight entertainment
Airplanes may be great for traversing the globe, but they’re generally not great for watching a movie. Next time, grab your video iPod and one of these accessories for a first-class experience.
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Document your travels
Suntans may fade, but photos and video clips will let you recapture that vacation vibe long after you’ve unpacked.
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Relief for short attention spans
Are we there yet? When boredom sets in, these gadgets can offer some much-needed distraction.
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Make a splash
Electronics and water can be a downright disastrous combination—unless you have the right gear. Each of these gadgets performs well in conditions that would ruin more-delicate devices, so they’re perfect for beaches, pools, rainy days, and more.
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Keep in touch
You may be on vacation, but that doesn’t mean you want to drop off the face of the earth. With a little planning and some smart gear, you can stay connected no matter where your travels take you.
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Stay in power
Gadgets need power—and lots of it. Deprive them for too long, and you may find that your latest tech wonders are about as useful as a five-pound brick. Here are six ways to keep your gear ready to run when you’re on-the-go.
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Stranger in a strange land
Walking around a foreign city with your nose in a travel guide could get you run over—or draw unwanted attention. Instead, let your iPod be your tour guide.
53 gadgets, sites, and tips that’ll help you have more fun on your next vacation
