The Best Travel Apps for All Occasions

The Best Travel Apps for All Occasions

There are apps for literally everything, but certain ones seem like they were designed specifically for travelers. These 10 apps will help you out before, during and maybe even after your next adventure.

Booking Flights: SkyScanner

Android | iOS

When it comes time to book a flight, SkyScanner will help you find the best deal possible. The best thing about this app is being able to enter “everywhere” as your destination; you can see all the different places within your price range. There is also a chart that shows which days would be the cheapest to book.

Saving Money: AirHelp

Android | iOS

Sure, you can find ways to save your money by avoiding those weekend trips to the movies or your $4 Starbucks coffees. But why not save in a different way—one that reimburses you for doing absolutely nothing? AirHelp provides compensation to those whose flights are cancelled, delayed or even overbooked.

Renewing Your Passport: ItsEasy Passport Renewal

Android | iOS

Rather than waiting in line at the local post office, renew your passport in the comfort of your own home. Aside from helping you take the perfect-sized pictures for your passport, ItsEasy allows you to send your trackable application to the government and pay your fees through the app.

Packing: PackPoint

Android | iOS

Making a packing list can be difficult. You can’t possibly remember every little thing you’ll need, but PackPoint takes the problems out of packing. Enter your travel destination, the length of your stay and the activities you have planned, and the app will let you know what you should pack and how many of each item you’ll need. IT even takes the weather into account so you’re prepared for everything.

Planning Your Stay: Travel Pal

Android | iOS

Serving as a type of couchsurfing app, Travel Pal gives wanderers the chance to meet people in their destinations who are opening their homes to adventurers. Cheaper than any hotel option you’re likely to find, Travel Pal also has the added benefit of a chat feature where you can get tips from your host or other locals about activities, locations and other plans before or even during your stay.

Dining Out: Velocity

iOS

If you’re looking for restaurant reservations while on the go, Velocity is the perfect app for you. Focusing on hot urban destinations like Los Angeles, New York, Miami and London, visitors can browse classic eateries or the trendy new hotspots delighting travelers from across the globe. It’s a great way to book a table that you may not be able to otherwise.

Translating a Language: Memrise

Android | iOS

Learning a language before a trip to foreign lands can be incredibly helpful for everything from navigating your travels to ordering breakfast. Memrise is designed as a game that allows you to learn languages at the same time, including Spanish, German, French, Chinese, English, Italian, Portuguese, Swedish, Russian, Korean and more.

Taking Pictures: Snapseed

Android | iOS

Photographers who are working on mobile phones or amateurs who need to enhance their camera pictures should consider Snapseed, a photo-editing app that can completely transform your images. With a variety of filters and professional tools as well as settings to take pictures in RAW mode, you can have very precise control over your images and how they turn out.

Converting Local Currencies: XE Currency

Android | iOS

Money is always a big part of traveling so it’s important to know exchange rates for various currencies, depending on where you’re going. The app boasts information on every currency in the world, but it also updates regularly and saves the info even when you’re offline so you can use it whether you’re at the bank or walking down the street.

Getting Directions: Sidekix

iOS

While Google Maps can get you anywhere you’re looking to go, Sidekix gives you a whole new view of GPS directions. While it will still lead you where you need to go, travelers can get recommendations on the way of places they may enjoy based on pre-selected interests like shopping, nightlife, culture and more. It will help you plan your trip with hidden gems you may not encounter otherwise.