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Top 5 Travel Apps

Sep 5, 2021

Here are the top 5 travel apps you will need.

Not only has the travel industry changed considerably in the last few years, but so are our habits when it comes to planning and organizing our vacations. If you would like to fully maximize your time and make sure that you can easily start planning your trip from your phone, keep reading as we are sharing the top 5 travel apps that you need!

SkyScanner

Skyscanner is definitely one of the top travel apps and the best platform to search for cheap and affordable flights. Their app is user-friendly, easy to use and it is worth having if you would like to have quick access to the best flight deals to your dream destination. Make sure to click the notification button if you would like to receive alerts as soon as there are any price changes to the flights you are looking to book.

HotelTonight

For all spontaneous travelers, HotelTonight is one of the top 5 best travel apps that you need to have! Just enter your location and the app will give you all last-minute discounted rates on hotels in your area. You can look for everything from luxurious boutique hotels to small guest houses and your reservation takes just a few minutes to complete. They have friendly and professional 24/7 customer support, HotelTonight is a travel app you need to have on your phone!

Trail Wallet

If you are traveling on a budget, you definitely want to download the Trail Wallet app. You can easily set up your budget for the day and all you would have to do after is enter your expenses. The app even has a new feature, where you can just take a photo of your receipt and it will automatically track it for you. Not only is the app available offline, but it also has close to 220 currencies, which makes it one of the top 5 travel apps that you need and can easily use anywhere in the world!

CityMapper

Once you reach your destination, one of the most difficult tasks is to navigate your way around. That is why having CityMapper on your phone is a huge convenience. Within the app, you can find public transportation options in all major cities in Europe, the USA, Asia, and Australia. Just enter your start and end location and the app will give you all possible transport options with prices, duration, and detailed information on your route!

AllTrails

AllTrails is one of the top 5 travel apps, especially for those of you who prefer nature’s peace and quiet! With a total of 200,000 curated paths, the app is the perfect option to find trails near you. If you are concerned about not having service, it is a good idea to upgrade to the pro version as you would be able to download offline maps, which you can easily follow even when you do not have a call service. Another benefit of the pro version is that percentage of every membership is used to protect our Planet!

Bonus Tip

Before heading on your next vacation, do not forget to scan all your personal documents, such as passport, driving license, visas, etc., and add them to your Google Drive! This is an easy way to ensure that you will have access to any identification document at any time, in case something happens. This is such an easy way to be prepared for the unexpected, but it is often neglected by tourists.

Are you ready to download these top 5 travel apps that you need to book and organize your holiday? Install them now and enjoy a hassle-free vacation!

If you are considering taking a cruise, here is a must-read article on avoiding river cruise booking mistakes. For the best river cruise experience, you will want to contact Nancy at Unique Journeys. She will assist you in finding the perfect cruise experience where you will create memories for a lifetime. You are welcome to find additional information at AMA Waterways regarding the luxury river cruise experience.

Top 5 Travel Apps

Aug 14, 2021

You will want to download these Top 5 Travel Apps.

Not only has the travel industry changed considerably in the last few years, but so are our habits when it comes to planning and organizing our holidays. If you would like to fully maximize your time and make sure that you can easily start planning your trip from your phone, keep reading as we are sharing the top 5 travel apps that you need!

SkyScanner

One of the top 5 travel apps Skyscanner is definitely the best platform to search for cheap and affordable flights. Their app is user-friendly, easy to use and it is worth having if you would like to have quick access to the best flight deals to your dream destination. Make sure to click the notification button if you would like to receive alerts as soon as there are any price changes to the flights you are looking to book.

HotelTonight

For all spontaneous travelers, HotelTonight is one of the top 5 best travel apps that you need to have! Just enter your location and the app will give you all last-minute discounted rates on hotels in your area. You can look for everything from luxurious boutique hotels to small guest houses and your reservation takes just a few minutes to complete. With friendly and professional 24/7 customer support, HotelTonight is an app you need to have on your phone!

Trail Wallet

CityMapper

Once you reach your destination, one of the most difficult tasks is to navigate your way around. That is why having CityMapper on your phone is a huge convenience. Within the app, you can find public transportation options in all major cities in Europe, USA, Asia and Australia. Just enter your start and end location and the app will give you all possible transport options with prices, duration and detailed information on your route!

AllTrails

AllTrails is one of the top 5 travel apps, especially for those of you who prefer nature’s peace and quiet! With a total of 200,000 curated paths, the app is the perfect option to find trails near you. If you are concerned about not having service, it is a good idea to upgrade to the pro version as you would be able to download offline maps, which you can easily follow even when you do not have service. Another benefit of the pro version is that percentage of every membership is used to protect our Planet!

Bonus Tip

Before heading on your next holiday, do not forget to scan all your personal documents, such as passport, driving license, visas, etc., and add them to your Google Drive! This is an easy way to ensure that you will have access to any identification document at any time in case something happens. This is such an easy way to be prepared for the unexpected, but it is often neglected by tourists.

Are you ready to download these top 5 travel apps that you need to book and organize your travel plans? Install them now and enjoy a hassle-free vacation!

We are in a different world today than we were last year and for this reason, it is more important than ever to depend on the knowledge and expertise of a travel agent. I am committed to making sure you have the most up-to-date information available to make your vacation what you have dreamed it to be. We have all waited to be able to travel and now is the time to savor the joy of travel with friends and family. To that end, I have created several articles with tips to help you with the decision-making process.

Here is a must-read article on avoiding river cruise booking mistakes. Contact me at Unique Journeys. I will assist you in finding the perfect cruise experience where you will create memories for a lifetime. You are welcome to find additional information at AMA Waterways regarding the luxury river cruise experience.

New Travel Apps

Apr 1, 2015

I am not as good with the computer or my phone as my six-year-old grandson, but I am always looking at the newest apps for them, hoping against hope, that one of them will finally make me a part of the 21st century.

One of the websites I subscribe to is www.travelresearchonline.com where I find articles on all things travel and how to cope with modern-day conveniences. They gather information from lots of sites and this one on the newest and best apps comes from the Huffington Post.

I am seriously going to give some of these apps a go and see how I do. Let me know if you have experience with any of these or have discovered a favorite app on your own. I need all the help I can get.

Next to a suitcase, the most indispensable travel accessory these days is a smart phone. Whether you embark on a business trip, a weekend getaway or an exotic overseas vacation, phone apps exist to help make virtually every element of the experience far easier and more enjoyable. Travel apps have only been so robust in the last couple of years, but it already seems hard to remember how we managed to get anywhere without them.

In some instances, though, there are almost too many choices available. Dozens of apps exist for getting around, say, Europe, and many others are at the ready to help make a packing list. Want to monitor the status of a flight? You’ll need to select from a host of frustratingly similar apps first. Sifting through everything can feel more onerous that navigating the security maze at LAX.

Finding the right apps shouldn’t add stress to travel, so we identified ten that are intended to aid every stage of a trip. Before departing, Dcovery enables you to put together a personalized travel guide based on what interests you the most at your destination. ExpertFlyer.com’s Seat Alerts ensures that you get the seat you want on the way there. Once you arrive, LocalEats can point out the best dining options. And Travel App Box provides information on everything from public transportation to appropriate tipping.

These apps cover practically any travel situation, making your journey safer, smoother and more fun. Just remember not to leave your phone at home.

Postagram

Remember postcards? Postagram brings back the old snail-mail staple, but with a high-tech twist. Take a photo with your smart phone camera (or choose one from your Instagram or Facebook account), type in a short message and enter the recipients’ address. A personalized postcard will appear in their (actual) mailbox within a few days. For IOS and Android; app is free, postcards 99 cents each for U.S. delivery, $1.99 for international addresses.

Dcovery

Organizing pre-trip research can be a challenge. Dcovery’s Place Finder browser extension pulls out the points of interest mentioned in articles and other relevant pages you find online, lets you categorize them and then adds pictures, maps and directions. Sync your phone with your computer and the app puts all the information together into a handy travel guide tailored to your specific interests. For IOS; $3.99.

GateGuru

Airports aren’t exactly known as fine-dining destinations, but GateGuru helps find the hidden gems in your arrival and departure locations. Upload your itinerary and the app lists food options—as well as shops and other services like ATMs—along with where to find them and ratings from other fliers. The app also provides estimated wait times for security lines and last-minute deals on rental cars. For IOS, Android and Windows; free.

Scout

Lots of GPS apps offer traffic updates and voice-guided, turn-by-turn navigation to help you get to your destination. Scout, however, helps find things to do once you get there. Choose local sights and attractions from an extensive catalog on its website and then sync your selections with the app for when you arrive. It also keeps up-to-date listings of recommended concerts, sporting events and other timely entertainment options so you’ll always know what’s happening. For IOS and Android; free.

ICE: In Case of Emergency

Although it is probably the last thing you want to think about while traveling, having current and correct medical information is crucial if something goes wrong on a trip. ICE keeps your doctors’ phone numbers, details on specific medical conditions and insurance information all in one place, where it can be accessed even when the phone is locked. The app can also translate the stored information into ten different languages. For Android; $3.99.

iStone Travel Translation

iStone has just one function—translation—and it performs it extremely well. The app comes equipped with a list of more than 300 useful phrases—“How much does it cost?” or “I’d love a room on a higher floor”—that it can say aloud in any of 12 languages. Flip through categories, such as dining or directions, to quickly find the correct expression. And if you come across a new foreign phrase, you can record it to use later. For IOS; free for basic version, full versions of languages require in-app purchases.

LocalEats

A Google search will turn up plenty of restaurants in any given destination. But to narrow your culinary quest to those frequented by in-the-know foodies, you will need LocalEats. The app culls choices from dozens of cities in the United States and abroad to the essentials, all based on media reviews and diners’ recommendations. Browse by categories, such as cuisine type and price range. LocalEats will find what is best near your current location, provide directions and even let you book a taxi to get there. For IOS; 99 cents.

Travel App Box

You could download a dozen similar apps and still not match the functionality that Travel App Box offers. Billed as the Swiss Army knife of travel apps, it is a flight tracker, currency converter, tip calculator and many other useful tools rolled into one package. It also features offline maps—including public transportation layouts in 40 cities worldwide—for when you are stuck somewhere without cellular or WiFi service. For IOS; $1.99.