It’s never been easier to get essential travel information at the touch of a screen but there are so many smart phone apps out there, it can be tricky knowing which ones to download. Yet help is at hand because we’ve rounded up our top 10 free travel apps for your viewing pleasure.
If you’re not already using these then grab your smart phone and get busy. You won’t look back.
1) Google Translate
Simply type or speak your phrase and Google will translate into 15 different languages – handy when you’re on the move.
Available for iPhone, iPod Touch and Android.
2) Off Exploring
Keep friends and family updated while you’re away by blogging and uploading photos via this clever app. Don’t leave home without it – especially if you’re a solo traveller.
Available for iPhone and iPod Touch.
3) Wikitude
Don’t be put off by the name of this veritable app because it’s great when you’re in unknown territory. Just point your phone’s camera at your surroundings and voila – it gives you up-to-date information on local accommodation, restaurants and places to see.
Available for iPhone, iPod Touch and Android.
4) AA Hotel Guide
This might not be the snazziest app when it comes to the display but it’s pretty handy nevertheless. It gives you at-a-glance hotel reviews and booking links for making reservations on the go.
Available for iPhone, iPod Touch and Android.
5) The Ski Club of Great Britain
Yep, you guessed it: this one’s for planning ahead before you hit the pistes. Expect live snow reports, webcams and skiing news.
Available for iPhone, iPod Touch and Android.
6) Exodus
This app’s ideal for before you travel. It helps you find trips and includes images and detailed descriptions of destinations.
Available for iPhone and iPod Touch.
7) Worldmate
Search flights, hotels and much more with this easy-to-use travel app. It even includes destination maps and a currency converter.
Available for iPhone, iPod Touch, Android, Windows Mobile and Blackberry.
8) Tripit
Consider this one your PA because it collates all your flight, hotel and car hire reservations and produces a step-by-step itinerary, which is great when you have a busy schedule.
Available for iPhone, iPod Touch, Android and Blackberry.
9) The Trainline
This one does exactly what it suggests on the tin: lets you search train times, fares and book online.
Available for iPhone, iPod Touch, Android, Blackberry and Nokia.
10) Kayak
Whatever you need, whether it’s a hotel, a flight or car hire, this trendy travel app will help you find it. We can’t help but love the name too.
Available for iPhone, iPod Touch, iPad, Android, Blackberry and Windows Mobile.
Oh… and number 11 is the app built by our super smart programmers at MyTravelMoney.co.uk
Want to check in on exchange rates at an overseas market to see how much that item is really worth in ‘real money?’ Want to make sure holiday money is not like play money through an expense tracker? The MyTravel app (built by the team at MyTravelMoney.co.uk) is perfect for this and can personalise your search results based on selected travel dates (this one costs less than £1 – and priced at only 0.69p)
Available for iPhone and Android
Happy travelling – and don’t forget to buy your currency before you travel. Make sure you compare travel money for the best rates.
