Traveling is the ultimate way to improve our knowledge about the world, meet new people, explore different cultures, cuisines, and become more well-rounded individuals.
With that, there are essentials that every traveller needs for an organized, cost-effective, and fun adventure.
The mobile phone is arguably the number one essential for all travellers because it has so many helpful functions.
For instance, mobile phones allow us to keep in touch with friends and family through Facetime, WhatsApp, and email.
Maps help travellers get to where they need to go fast. And the calculator and notes apps help travellers keep finances organized, and to-do's and activities to hand.
But that’s not all - there’s also an abundance of apps you can download and access in an instant that can further enhance your trip.
For guidance on what to download, and why, here are 8 apps to consider adding to your phone to accompany you on your travels.
888 Poker
When you're waiting for your flight to come in or catching a coach to the hotel, it's useful to have a gaming app ready, such as 888 Poker.
You can download this app by visiting the online poker site or the app store on your mobile.
New sign-ups get the best bonus offers to play too, so it’s perfect for those wanting to learn how to play casino games, and also win some money to spend during their travels.
Hopper
For a smarter, cheaper way to book transport and accommodation, Hopper offers price prediction tech revealing the best estimated time to book your hotel and transport at the cheapest price.
There's also a price freeze option to help you lock in the lowest price on flights and hotels.
Air BnB
An increasingly popular platform for travelers who prefer homely accommodation at great prices, Air BnB is a must-have app for your travels.
Once downloaded, you can research accommodation available in the places you’re set on traveling to and make your booking through the app.
With the Airbnb app, you can quickly access your bookings under the 'Trips' tab on the app to view reservations, contact the host, and make changes to your booking.
TripIt
Consider downloading TripIt to organize and manage travel documents and itineraries for your travels.
You can add flight details, hotel and car rental confirmations, directions to your destination and places of interest, and more all in one app.
Plus, if there’s anyone else going away with you, or someone you’d like to keep in the know about your whereabouts while you’re away, you can share your trip plans with them.
PackPoint
With PackPoint, preparing for your travels is simple.
This app advises you on what to pack based on where you're traveling, how long you're staying, the weather during your stay, and things you plan on doing when you're there.
So, if packing for your holiday isn't your strong point, you should consider downloading PackPoint to help you fix that.
LoungeBuddy
Ever wonder how and where to find the fancy relaxing lounges at the airport to chill out in before flying? LoungeBuddy has the answers.
Where you’re traveling, the airline you're flying with, and the class ticket you have has no impact on what lounges this app can show you. Just enter your flight details, and the app reveals what lounges you can access based on what airport you’ll be in.
And, if there's a fee to pay to enter a particular lounge you like, you can purchase access via the app.
FlightAware
Flight Aware is a comprehensive flight tracking app that gives you an accurate view of your flight status.
You can view a live map of where your plane is at any given moment, and check whether there could be delays.
FlightAware is perfect for journeys where you have a tight flight connection to make.
Duolingo
Learn a new language before or during your travels with Duolingo - the app has 30 languages, including Spanish, French, and German for you to choose from.
The app encourages users to develop their speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills with game-style learning. Making this app a learning tool, and game in one, to bust those rare, but dull moments on your journey when traveling.
With the travel apps above, you can globetrot with confidence that your documents are in order, you have access to the cheapest accommodation and flights, and you can have fun in those moments when there's not much to do but wait until you reach your next stop.
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