Before you go on the adventure, make sure you have the apps downloaded for all hotels and airlines you are using. Flying Delta? Download and have your boarding passes available on your phone. Make sure your email and a phone number is up to date in the apps for real-time notifications regarding flight delays or gate changes. Staying at a Marriott? Downtown their Bon Voy mobile app to easily modify your reservations, communicate with the hotel, see your dining options, and even open your room door. All major airlines and hotel brands have their own apps.
From finding the best deals, tracking flight delays, managing your accommodations, and even locating the nearest public restroom, these are the most helpful travel apps to download before you travel.
1. Hopper
Before you buy flights and at the beginning of any planning, put your dates and destinations into Hopper to track pricing and get clear advice on the best time to buy. Set up the notifications to alert you when prices drop.
2. TripIt
Every time you make a reservation for your trip, forward the email to Tripit and they will transform your countless emails into a convenient itinerary! All your confirmation numbers and reservations in one app!
3. TripAdvisor
A very valuable tool with reviews on almost anything you’re doing on your trip, by real users! See what others have to say about accommodations, restaurants, and activities in your city.
4. XE Currency
Best app overall for converting currency. XE has over 200 countries and 130+ currencies.
5. Google Translate
When traveling outside the country, it’s almost inevitable to have moments where you need a translator. The Google Translate app can translate up to 103 languages, with a camera feature to translate food labels, traffic signs, and menus.
6. Tricount
This app is super helpful when traveling in groups. You can create expense reports and track spending by person then split in several different ways. Tricount calculates each person’s balance and how to best settle debts within the group.
7. Viator
This app is amazing for finding tours in multiple countries that include daily excursions as well as weeklong adventures with transfers included! Book straight through the app for super easy transactions, then forward to your TripIt app to include in your trip’s itinerary.
8. GasBuddy
For your road trips to help you find gas stations in cities you are not familiar with and the best pricing!
9. Roadtrippers
Another road trip friendly app to find the most interesting places to stop during your road trip. Find unusual roadside attractions, campsites, and more!
10. Google Maps
My #1 go-to app for all things travel when I’m in my destination city. Seems like a no brainer but this app can be used for so much more than just looking at locations. Google maps seems to be more overall accurate over Apple Maps in different countries. It shows you where you need to go by foot, car, bike, or public transit. You can even explore around looking for nearby restaurants and gas stations, including hours of operations, photos, and more details.
