The Top 10 Apps You Need While Traveling

Using the right apps during a trip can help save you time and money while making your travel experience much less stressful. Not to mention, these travel apps can also give you a number of local recommendations and hidden gems that tourists often miss out on. Andiamo has put together a list of the Top Ten Travel Apps you’ll want to download before your next trip. 

1. Axus

Is there anything better than receiving a link to your finished trip itinerary from the Andiamo Team? We love the AXUS app, where we consolidate your entire travel itinerary in one place. This includes your flights, hotel confirmation numbers, dinner reservations, activity schedules, and more - all in one place! If anything changes, we can update your itinerary, and you’ll immediately be notified of the changes. You can also use Axus to message us if you have any questions (no need for international phone calls!). Plus, you can still see your itinerary in the app when you’re not connected to the internet. You’ll never have to spend time searching through your inbox or digging for a piece of paper to find your important travel information. 

2. Packpoint

This free travel packing list organizer and packing planner is for packing pros! Packpoint will help you organize what you need to pack in your suitcase based on length of travel, weather at your destination, and any activities planned during your trip. 

3. Spotify

Whether you’re traveling by plane, train or car, there is one thing you can do to ensure that you divide your worries and double your fun: line up a few travel playlists that are tailor-made for your weekend travel.  Spotify premium allows users to stream anytime and anywhere in the world where unrestricted internet is available. You can even download your favorite music so that you can play songs when you’re on the plane or somewhere that doesn’t offer internet. 

4. Piper

Tipping customs vary in different countries, meaning you could be tipping when you don’t need to or not tipping in cases where you should without knowing it. The app, which can be used offline, has a database of 84 countries so you can find out whether you need to tip in common situations like while at restaurants or grabbing a cab.

5. Google Translate

Traveling in countries where you don't speak the language can be daunting, but technology has made the process much easier in recent years. Google Translate helps travelers navigate everything from menus to text messages, conversations to pronunciation in over 100 languages. One of the best features of Google Translate is its ability to decipher menus and signs using the camera on your phone or tablet. Simply select the camera icon on the app's main screen, then point your device at the words you don't understand.

6. Whatsapp

More than 2 billion people in over 180 countries use WhatsApp to stay in touch with friends and family, anytime and anywhere. WhatsApp is free and offers simple, secure, reliable messaging and calling. 

7. Obé Fitness

Getting the chance to hit the gym can be tough while you're traveling, but with this app, you’ll feel like you have a personal trainer right in your pocket. With this app, you’ll have access to 14 live classes per day and over 4,000 on-demand classes for cardio, strength, and more!

8. Uber

Traveling abroad has been made a whole lot easier thanks to the Uber app. It provides countless benefits such as letting you explore new places in a comfortable and secure environment, while saving time, money, and stress. The Uber app’s payment system automatically charges to your credit card, so you don’t have to worry about needing cash in the local currency. Uber also always ensures you get the fairest rate. 

9. WeatherBug

Whether you’re looking at what to pack before your trip or what to do during, you’ll want a good weather app to stay up to date. WeatherBug provides forecasts of millions of locations around the world, with current, hourly, and 10-day forecast options

10. Yelp

Yelp has over 70 million reviews worldwide for restaurants, coffee shops, and bars. Through the app, users can get directions, make reservations, and speak their mind about what went wrong or right with their overall food experience. The app is filled with endless photos to scroll through, so before you’re even sitting down at your table you might just having your eye on something.