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Summer Pleasures & Treasures! Jumpstart the New Season with These Sweet Quotes, Inspiring Photos, Travel Ideas, & More

Summer—the word itself could be a stand-alone poem, so evocative is its many happy associations: soft breezes, barbecues, bonfires, beaches, baseball, sailboats, bikinis, and rubber raft floats. It is time for late nights, wishing under a sky full of stars, and chasing fireflies. Enjoy lazy-day picnics on lush green grass. Gardens abloom with color and fragrance. Ice cream scoops. Cold lemonade. Juicy watermelon slices. Squish your toes in sand. Splash in a sparkling lake. Snooze in a hammock. Sit by a dock—and simply watch the tide come in and go out again.

Summer Solstice starts June 21st. To celebrate and kick-off this kick-back season, here are delicious summer quotes and photos to inspire. Let your favorite games begin...

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28. “There is no real need for decorations when throwing a barbecue party—let the summer garden, in all its vibrant and luscious splendor, speak for itself.” — <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pippa_Middleton">Pippa Middleton</a>
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What do you most appreciate about summer? Where have you enjoyed traveling? Where do you want to go? Please tell us in the comments below—we’d love to know!

Frequent globetrotter Laura Manske has visited most U.S. states, explored 70+ countries, and cruised 60+ ships. She loves to wander the world, unearthing travel joy, beauty, adventure, and humor through her camera lens and articles. Now, she’s sharing pictures and memories of her favorite spots on Parade.com.