Make the most of the last weeks of summer

A couple of weeks ago, I took a summer trip with friends. I found myself using plenty of Google tools while we were on vacation: from finding the best flight there and a last-minute hostel reservation, to discovering hidden gems in each city we visited, even I was surprised by how much Google made everything easier and smoother.

With that inspiration, we�ve created a one stop shop at g.co/summer with tips to help you also make the most of these last few weeks of summer.

Here are a few tips you might find useful too:

• The Google Search app was always handy, and I used voice search to ask simple questions like �Show me things to do in Split, Croatia� or for more pressing needs like �Translate �Where can I find a local beer?� in Croatian.�
• Google+ Auto Backup gave me peace of mind that I wouldn�t lose my photos and memories, even if I lost my phone. Plus, I was able to share albums right from my phone with my family back home.
• My travel buddies were grateful for my Google Play All Access playlists, which kept us dancing the whole trip.

Meanwhile, my mom back home in New York found some great local activities and museum exhibits, like the MOMA Rain Room, using Google Now in her Google Search app. She even tried some Google+ MakerCamp classes, which inspired her to create her own DIY projects at home.

Post about your summer using hashtag #SummerTimes, and see what other folks are up to.

Happy summer!

Posted by Liz Wessel, Marketing Manager and Summer Traveler