apps to the rescue

June 27th, 2012

Images courtesy of Apple.com

Smartphone’s are easing all travel worries, one app at a time.  According to a recent article from the Huffington Post, the future of travel is finally here.  New apps such as HotelTonight and Hotels.com are allowing travelers to conveniently book same-day hotel rooms at a discounted price.  Ranging from last-minute booking to packing help, there is truly an app for everything! Here is a list of our favorite travel apps:

1. Travel App Box- Dubbed the swiss army knife among travel apps, this app does it all.  For $1.99 you get 15 tools in one, including a tip calculator, country calling codes, and offline detailed maps.

2. Google Translate- Become multilingual with this app!  Type in or speak your phrases to read and hear the corresponding translations in more than 60 languages.

3. WhatsApp Messenger- If you are a text-a-holic this app is your savior, especially if you plan on travelling internationally.  Requiring WiFi or 3G connection, WhatsApp allows users to text and send video messages for free anywhere in the world

4. Packing Pro- If you seem to always forget something at home than download Packing Pro.  Set reminders and Create customized lists for every type of travel (e.g., leisure, business, camping) and even receive built-in Expert assistance.

5. Oanda Currency Converter- Find out if that 300 euro outfit is really worth the $375 dollars with this app.  Oanda allows users to choose from more than 190 currencies and four metals along with any bank rate!

6. Mint- Mint allows users to easily track, budget, and manage your money in one place. See exactly where you are spending your money and where you can save.

7. OpenTable- With this app you can browse menus, restaurant locations, and make restaurant reservations with no trouble at all.  Users can even manage upcoming reservations and earn dining reward points!

8. TripIt- Avoid dealing with messiness and combine all of your itineraries in your TripIt app.  This organization tool stores everything from confirmation numbers to reservations and even syncs with your calendar.

9. TripAdvisor- Can’t decide which hotel to stay at or which restaurant to dine at? Download TripAdvisor to access ratings, reviews, and recommendations.

10. FlightTrack Pro- Another one of our favorites, this app conveniently gives users everything from live flight status and terminal maps to seat charts and alternative flights.

Happy travels!

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