As the middle of August approaches, so do the last chances for family vacations and some good old fashioned fun in the sun. But it’s pretty late in the game for planning summer fun, so to help you take advantage of the last few weeks left we’ve compiled a list of our top 10 favorite apps for summer fun. –
1.    Hipmunk- This app searches and presents graphically all the flights and hotels that fit in your search critera, letting you easily see your options and compare prices, timing and other factors side by side.
2.    HopStop- Traveling by way of public transportation can be overwhelming and confusing if you’re in a new city. This app combines all the different transportation options, including cabs, buses, trains and walking to help you find the best route wherever you are.
3.    Hotel Tonight- Often, hotels will charge high rates for booking at the last minute, so this app is a great solution if you find yourself out later than expected. Based on your location, it will tell you what hotels still have rooms available before 2am and even provide discounts.
4.    iPatrol Travel Advice- This app lets you search your destination and find out what are the most common warnings and tourist traps in the area. Or search a specific scam to see if it’s something to worry about at your destination.
5.    Oh, Ranger! ParkFinder- This app is basically a nicely sort-able list of parks around the country. You can simply search by the closest to your current location or by the activities that are available.
6.    RainAware- This is much more than a weather report. By checking your precise location, this app will tell you when to expect rain to within a few minutes, up to three hours in advance. It’s perfect for deciding whether or not you have time to get in one of the last swims of the season.
7.    Simply Declare- This app helps you keep track of how much you spend in your travels so you know what you have to declare during customs. Includes currency conversions and budgeting tools for any number of travelers.
8.    Weber’s On the Grill- Just in time to start planning for Labor Day weekend, this app is full of great grill recipes, menu suggestions and a grilling time.
9.    Wolfram Sun Exposure Reference- This app calculates how long you can stay in the sun safely based on your skin type, geographic location, time of day and the strength of the sun-screen you happen to have with you.
10.    World Festival Guide- This is exactly what it sounds like: A guide to all food, music, comedy, art, film, religious and cultural festivals all around the world. Besides just searching, this app’s got schedules, reviews and videos.