More than 80 percent of American families with children under the age of 18 say they are taking a summer vacation this year, according to a recent study by NerdWallet. In fact, the Family Travel Association predicts an eight percent growth in the $150 billion family travel market in 2018.

From translating foreign languages to finding lost items or keeping an eye on home, Verizon’s Steve Van Dinter shares tech that will take the stress out of the family trip, whether you are traveling here or abroad.

•    Bon appetit! Don’t let a menu in a different language stop you from enjoying the best of international cuisine. The Samsung Galaxy S9’s Bixby translation feature will translate languages for you right on the spot. Voila. 
•    Which suitcase did I put my passport in? Have you seen my keys? Where is my phone? With the Tile Sport and Tile Style’s extensive Bluetooth range you can easily locate your most valuable items that may get lost in the travel shuffle. 
•    Whether you’re hiking, biking, or just striking a pose by the pool– the UE Blast powered by Alexa – may become your favorite summer companion. With a Bluetooth connection, ask Alexa for music, weather and local news.

•    Maybe audiobooks are your key to relaxation. If so, pick up a pair of LG Tone Free Bluetooth ear buds that provide quality sound and let you kick back and relax. The neckband allows for easy docking and recharging, plus vibrating alerts for incoming calls. 
•    And last, rely on a power boost with the mophie charge force powerstation. This handy battery pack charges up to two devices simultaneously – one wirelessly and the other wired – providing up to 48 hours of extra use!

To learn more, visit www.verizonwireless.com.