10 Useful Travel Apps
Posted on 02 August 2018
Having useful apps while you're on holiday can make life easier and give you more time for what's important, like eating and exploring. We’ve listed useful apps below that will help you with everything from planning your trip to getting around your destination hassle-free.
1. Skyscanner
Search the most affordable and best options for flights, hotels and car rental with this popular app.
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2. TripLingo
TripLingo can instantly translate your voice into another language. Other features include the Wifi Dialer that allows you to make international calls and a tip calculator.
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3. Citymapper
One of the most useful transport apps out there, Citymapper serves urban cities like London, Boston and Tokyo making public transport as stress-free as possible. It combines all transport modes to find you the best route: walking, tube/metro, bus, train, ferry, Uber and cycles.
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4. Uber
Available in over 500 cities worldwide, Uber makes it easy to grab a ride. Cheaper than taxis in certain cities such as London, no more queuing in taxi lines!
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5. Airbnb
Accomodation at a better price than hotels. The app recently launched its Trips feature, which offers experiences to choose from during your stay hosted by locals. Want to take a cooking class in Paris or a meditate in Barcelona?
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6. XE Currency
Convert any currency on the go. Constant updates offer live exchange rates. Plus, it stores the last updated rates so it even works without wifi.
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7. TripAdvisor
Millions of travellers reviews to help you decide where to eat and what to see. You can use TripAdvisor’s Near Me function to find well-reviewed places close by.
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8. Google Maps
Easy to use navigation that offers local public transport options. You can use it to find points of interest nearby like museums or restaurants. No internet? You can download areas to your phone and the pin will move as you do.
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9. Splitwise
A free tool for you to track shared expenses. Great for splitting bills with friends.
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10. Zomato
Available in more than 10,000 cities, browse through menus, pictures and reviews of restaurants and use their map feature to find your way.