Most smartphones have long since become our personal assistants, which is why you naturally don’t want to do without them when traveling. However, there are countless apps for international travelers, but most of them are not useful at all. The apps must be indispensable when preparing for the trip, as well as at the destination, of course. However, before going to the apps, you should first take care of the necessary papers for a trip abroad, i.e. valid passports, ESTA or visa, as well as vaccination protection if necessary.
Use this form to check your ESTA application., if you want to travel to the USA, because even the best app won’t do you any good if you don’t have a valid permit when you enter the country. Otherwise, the apps below, will be able to make your travel and also your stay abroad, much easier.
The best travel apps for iOS and Android
Google Maps
The best, most comprehensive app that should not be missing on any trip. Map data from almost all countries, offline navigation, map download (in almost all countries) and probably the most extensive database when it comes to locations, food, gas stations, etc.. Is with me in every vacation in the luggage.
Tripit
This is an excellent app for travel planning, as it can be compared to a virtual assistant. All travel information is automatically collected and organized in one place. Flight details, permits such as ESTA, or itineraries delivered via email can be easily imported and processed.
Duolingo
Duolingo is a language app, with which you can acquire language skills before your trip (or on the road). This useful app is free and for all languages. The application improves reading, speaking and also writing skills. It is suitable not only for beginners, but also for advanced learners.
CityMapper
The CityMapper app is also essential for an international trip, even more so if you have no idea how to get around a foreign country using public transportation. The application offers live info on Uber, arrivals and departures, as well as a really straightforward route planner that even novices will have no trouble with.
XE- Currency Converter
A currency converter is indispensable for an international trip, because who wants to convert all prices into their own currency when exchanging money or shopping? If you don’t want to pay extortionate prices abroad, you should therefore download the free XE app on your smartphone so that you can call up the live exchange rates immediately during a call.
Skyscanner
The Skyscanner app can do just about anything when it comes to travel. It searches for the cheapest places to stay, flights and, of course, rental cars. Important travel documents like ESTA approval for the US can be securely stored in the app so you can access them at any time. Through this handy travel app, you can also share your travel plans with family and friends and create reminder lists.
Good travel apps are essential if you are traveling internationally. If you’re flying to the United States, for example, then you should be aware not only of ESTA status, but also of international roaming. For long-distance travel, mobile internet can also be expensive, at least for NON-EU countries. Before you immediately get the 6 best apps on your smartphone, it may be worth consulting your mobile provider to avoid typical cost traps abroad.
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