Sit back, close your eyes, and imagine you're in a tropical paradise. What does that smell like to you? Blooming bergamot and bougainvillea? Driftwood and salt air? Fresh coconut, pineapple, or perhaps a pitcher of watermelon margaritas [1]?
If you said any — or all — of those things, you're in luck, and it won't even take a plane ticket to actually get there. Target has a bunch of summery candles [2] that can transport you on the trip of your dreams, and they start at just $3. Check out our favourites below, and see which one will be sending you straight on your next holiday [3], in as little as two days' (shipping) time.
Opalhouse 15oz Lidded Glass Jar Front Label 3-Wick Candle
Burn this Opalhouse 15oz Lidded Glass Jar Front Label 3-Wick Candle [5] ($10) in "cabana banana" in your own personal cabana . . . or living room.
Disney Princess X POPSUGAR Moana Candle
You may be inside most of the week, but pretend you're on a tropical beach with a Disney Princess X POPSUGAR Moana Candle [6] ($13) scented like Caribbean starfruit.
Threshold 12pk Tealight Cerulean Surf and Sea Candle
When you want to spread freshness all over, this 12-pack of Threshold Tealight Cerulean Surf and Sea Candles [7] ($4) will surely come in handy.
Nature's Wick Lidded Glass Jar Crackling Wooden Wick Teak and Moss Candle
If you love the sound — and scent — of a campfire, pick this Nature's Wick Lidded Glass Jar Crackling Wooden Wick Teak and Moss Candle [8] ($21) which smells like the forest (with a subtle undertone of lavender, too).
Opalhouse 6oz Ceramic Fish Candle (White)
Pretend you're dining seaside no matter where your backyard is (and keep pesky bugs away) with this Opalhouse 6oz Ceramic Fish Candle [9] ($10).
Lakeside Plaid Glass Farmhouse Glass Candle Jar with Sentiment
Not only does this Lakeside Plaid Glass Farmhouse Glass Candle Jar with Sentiment [10] ($17) say what we're thinking, it also brings a sweet watermelon aroma along with.
Opalhouse 4oz Mini Patterned Tin Oasis Palm Candle
This woodsy Opalhouse 4oz Mini Patterned Tin Oasis Palm Candle [11] ($4) brings a warm driftwood and sage aroma to any room for summer (and beyond).
Sun Squad 5.5oz Americana Glass Jar Salt Water Taffy Candle
Bring the beach boardwalk to your bedroom with a Sun Squad 5.5oz Americana Glass Jar Salt Water Taffy Candle [12] ($5) smelling of cinnamon, vanilla, and apple.
Pride 14oz Lidded Glass Jar 2-Wick Passion Fruit Party Candle
This fresh Pride 14oz Lidded Glass Jar 2-Wick Passion Fruit Party Candle [13] ($10) brings raspberry, passion fruit, strawberry, and grapefruit to your next house party.
Opalhouse 13oz Global Lidded Metal/Wood Tassel Canyon Mint Candle
Bring a sense of zen to this season with an Opalhouse 13oz Global Lidded Metal/Wood Tassel Canyon Mint Candle [14] ($15) packed with eucalyptus, spearmint, and green tea.
Bullseye's Playground 4ct Glass Jar with Handle Citronella Candle Set
This colourful Bullseye's Playground 4ct Glass Jar with Handle Citronella Candle Set [15] ($12) is simply too cute packed with scents of sea salt, watermelon and, of course, citronella, too.
Hearth and Hand with Magnolia Golden Hour Two-Tone Ceramic Seasonal Candle
Welcome sunny days with a sunny yellow Hearth and Hand with Magnolia Golden Hour Two-Tone Ceramic Seasonal Candle [16] ($15-$25) rich with coconut, lime, and orange zest.
Opalhouse 7oz Lidded Dahlia Pink Ribbed Base Glass Jar Midsummer Blooms Candle
Get the jasmine garden of your dreams simply by lighting an Opalhouse 7oz Lidded Dahlia Pink Ribbed Base Glass Jar Midsummer Blooms Candle [17] ($8) in your home.
Satya + Sage 5oz Sun Candle
Both the Satya + Sage 5oz Sun Candle [18] ($16) and the larger Satya + Sage 9oz Sun Candle [19] ($29) pack a warm sunny scent of lemon blossom, verbena, white tea, and musk.
Opalhouse 15oz Lidded Glass Jar Candle
Choose from a range of tropical scents in prettily patterned jars with these Opalhouse 15oz Lidded Glass Jar Candles [20] ($10) with options like aquamarine hibiscus and pineapple papaya.
Threshold 15oz Long Ceramic Citronella Candle
Make this Threshold 15oz Long Ceramic Citronella Candle [21] ($15) the centrepiece on your favourite outdoor dining table when bugs are biting.
Yankee Candle 14.5oz Glass Jar Life's a Breeze Candle
Whether you'd agree with the sentiment or not, take a few moments to sail away on an imaginary boat with a Yankee Candle 14.5oz Glass Jar Life's a Breeze Candle [22] ($15) scented with sea mist, lavender, and patchouli.
Opalhouse 5oz Glass Jar Watermelon Margarita Candle
The Opalhouse 5oz Glass Jar Watermelon Margarita Candle [23] ($5) smells absolutely delicious — and just may have you mixing up a drink in no time.
Hearth and Hand with Magnolia 4.8oz Coastal Sage Decorative Geo Ceramic Seasonal Candle
There's a hint of citrus in this Hearth and Hand with Magnolia 4.8oz Coastal Sage Decorative Geo Ceramic Seasonal Candle [24] ($6) alongside cardamom and bergamot.
Bullseye's Playground 4pk Glass Jar Scented Candles
Spread out the scent with this set of Bullseye's Playground 4pk Glass Jar Scented Candles [25] ($12), all smelling of the same refreshing fig, apricot, and rosemary notes.
Classico 11oz Glass Jar 3-Wick Coconut Cove Candle
Make your whole room smell of coconut with a long-lasting Classico 11oz Glass Jar 3-Wick Coconut Cove Candle [26] ($3) that's perfect for summer.
Opalhouse Glass Jar Island Guava Candle
We'd pick the larger version of this Opalhouse Glass Jar Island Guava Candle [27] ($4-$8) for a bigger space, or even add a second smaller one for an extra fruity scent.
Smith and Hawken 12pk Citronella Tea Light Candles
The set of Smith and Hawken 12pk Citronella Tea Light Candles [28] ($5) are a solid pick for large backyard spaces as you can spread these lights out as needed.
Opalhouse designed with Jungalow 10oz Glass Jar Metal Lid Teal Tropic Oasis Candle
The container for this Opalhouse designed with Jungalow 10oz Glass Jar Metal Lid Teal Tropic Oasis Candle [29] ($15) seems almost too lovely to use . . . until you get a whiff of the gardenia, bergamot, and orange blossom inside.