No matter what you have planned for your summer vacation, the number one most important vacation accessory is a book! (Or multiple books.) But which book(s) should you bring with you on your trip? Not to worry, we’ve got you covered with our handy vacation and book pairings! Read on to learn which book you should read based on your summer vacation destination.
An Italian Getaway
Dreaming of wandering cobblestone streets, eating gelato, and soaking up the sun in Italy? Pack Ancient History Between Us by Kaitlyn Hill in your suitcase. Set during an unforgettable Italian summer, this charming romance follows two former friends as they reconnect and confront their complicated past, making it the perfect companion for a European adventure.
A Beach Vacay
There’s no more perfect pairing for a trip to the beach than Beach Cute by Beth Reekles. With three different girls thrown together at a beach resort, this funny beach romance is just the light-hearted beach read you need.
A Trip to Tokyo
If your vacation plans include exploring a bustling city filled with incredible food, fashion, and culture, Love Makes Mochi by Stefany Valentine is a must-read. Set in Tokyo, this sweet romance follows a teen fashion designer whose summer abroad leads to unexpected inspiration—and an unexpected connection that just might change her life.
A Remote Retreat
Be it the lake or the mountains, if you’re going on a remote vacation and want to feel your heart flutter, check out Wild About You by Kaitlyn Hill. The story is about two opposites: an unapologetically loud “indoorsy” girl and her randomly assigned, capital-O Outdoorsy teammate whose growl could rival a black bear. They must learn to work together if they’re going to win the outdoorsy reality show contest, but falling in love might be their wildest adventure of all!
A Plane Trip
If your vacation involves travel—especially by plane—We’ve Hit Turbulence by Jessica L. Cozzi is the ultimate in-flight read. This swoony rom-com follows a teen unexpectedly stuck on a cross-country flight with her ex, turning a turbulent journey into an unforgettable chance at second chances.
A Roman Holiday
Planning a European getaway filled with cobblestone streets, café hopping, and postcard-worthy views of Italy? All Roads Lead to Rome by Sabrina Fedel is the perfect book to tuck into your suitcase. When a diplomat’s daughter enters a fake dating arrangement with a Scottish heartthrob, her carefully curated summer in Rome quickly turns into a whirlwind of real feelings, unexpected romance, and paparazzi-fueled chaos.