It’s been one heck of a summer (anyone see that America’s Best Mobile Network news?), but if you’re getting that summertime sadness, don’t fret! Sure, the leaves starting to change colors is a reminder we’re in the home stretch of the season, but it’s not over until J. Kenji López-Alt gets the last serving of yuzu lemonade at T-Mobile Park.
So before you swap your sandals for sweaters, let this serve as your reminder: there’s still time for summer magic — and your phone (plus a few juicy travel-related T-Mobile perks) can help you make the most of it.
From last-minute getaways to finding relief in unexpected heatwaves, your device is packed with ways to help you end summer on a high note. Look no further than the endless benefits of T-Mobile’s Experience plans and Magenta Status perks that beg the question: how will you use them to have the best out of the rest of summer?
Take the Heat Off Your Wallet and Take That Trip
If you’re stressing that you waited too long to plan something fun — breathe. There’s still time to go full main character mode on a summer adventure without overheating your wallet or yourself.
Hop on a Plane
Late summer is a great time to book a trip, especially with this August and September shaping up to offer some sweet, sweet deals and last-minute discounts on airfare. And the perks of travelling in the dog days of summer don’t end there. With free in-flight Wi-Fi all year on Alaska, American, Delta and United Airlines for T-Mobile customers on eligible plans, you can stay connected from boarding zone to baggage claim. Even better: all Delta passengers get free Wi-Fi courtesy of T-Mobile — no strings attached.
Not a T-Mobile customer yet? No problem. You can try out the network for free for 30 days with T-Mobile Trial through the T-Life app. Once you land, Experience Beyond customers also get unlimited text and data in over 215 countries and destinations, including 15GB of high-speed data.
Pro T-Mobile Tip: Maybe make that destination somewhere that’s already got something fun on the calendar and customers can enjoy exclusive event tickets via T-Mobile Tickets and access to Club Magenta.
Hit the Road
More of a road tripper? From coast to coast, you can explore the jagged peaks of the North Cascades in Washington to the sandstone buttes of South Dakota’s badlands and the trout-rich waters of North Carolina — all with your car! With a free year-long AAA membership included with most plans, hotel discounts and sweet rental car perks, you can stretch a one-day getaway into a full-blown long weekend.
Headed somewhere remote? T-Satellite with Starlink is ensures you can still text your group chat from the trailhead — or reach 911 in an emergency — all on the phone you (probably) already own. It’s the first and only satellite-to-mobile network in the U.S., and it’s included for T-Mobile Experience Beyond customers.
Use Your Device to Stay Safe, Cool and Hydrated
Summer may look like beaches and baseball, but it’s also serving up record heat. With more than 160 million Americans enduring triple-digit temps, your device can do more than scroll — it can help keep you safe.
Stay Informed
Turn on weather notifications for real-time alerts in your area. Want hyperlocal detail? Try apps like Heat Alert or the OSHA-NIOSH Heat Safety Tool for heat stress warnings and safety tips.
Stay Safe
It’s all fun and games, until it’s not. When extreme heat affects power or services, T-Mobile’s network is built to hold strong and support both customers and emergency agencies. That includes backup batteries, generators, automation tools like the Self-Organizing Network (SON), and mobile assets like SatCOLTs and Wi-Fi trailers ready to deploy during emergencies. Learn more on our Emergency Response Hub.
Stay Hydrated
Apps like Waterllama give adorable nudges to keep sipping all day — because if you’re already thirsty, you may be behind. Bonus: some fitness apps adjust your hydration needs based on heat and activity. High-tech hydration for the win.
Stay Cool
Use Google or Apple Maps to search “cooling centers,” “public pools,” or “community centers” nearby. Most cities update their resources online during heatwaves. And with America’s Best Mobile Network, you can stay connected no matter where you chill.
Still Not Over Summer? Good. We Aren’t Either.
So, what’s your move? One more bucket list destination? A spontaneous road trip? Whatever your late-summer vibe is, your phone’s got the tools — and T-Mobile’s got your back.
TL;DR? Hydrate. Turn on weather alerts. Use those travel perks. And check the car seat temp before you sit down (IYKYK).
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