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10 Travel Apps to Make Your Journey Easier

These ten travel apps will make your journey easier. Traveling apps allow you to do more than ever on the go. Schedule, book, make changes, stay notified, and find and discover all that’s around you while you travel.

10. IVISA

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Although you can use the Ivisa website, the app is more convenient. This app can be extremely helpful for world travelers who find their route has changed, or when needing to extend their vacation. Sometimes you may still need to contact the embassy in question, but more often, this app provides the ease of checking online.

9. Tripit

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To make the most of all this app can do, it’s more than worth the small fee for added benefits. This is a must for travelers who prefer to book their own hotels, transport, and activities. It automatically creates an itinerary for you. It also provides reminders for check-ins, gate changes, etc. It can even track loyalty points.

8. Booking.com

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This is a great addition to expand your hotel booking options. Your vouchers and confirmation numbers are right on your phone. In addition to booking, you can explore the area with travel guides for your destination. It’s practically a one-stop shop for accommodations and sightseeing. You can also get updates, perform cancellations, and leave reviews.

7. Marriott Bonvoy 

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Marriotts are everywhere. If you use this chain often, you’ll definitely want the Marriott Bonvoy app as part of your travel app arsenal. The app provides information on other options the hotel provides, such as restaurants, spas, and more. It also helps you sort through the variety of Marriott hotel categories, whether an airport hotel or an all-inclusive vacation resort.

6. Get Your Guide

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If you would like to book activities and tours at the places you travel to, then Get Your Guide is indispensable. Use the app to book group or private tours, get passes to amusement parks or tickets to a show, and so much more. You can also book shuttles and transports between airports, hotels, cruise terminals, sightseeing destinations, and activities.

5. Around Me

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Sure, you can add the “near me” tag to Google to find stuff nearby, but the Around Me app performs this function much more effectively. You can have it search for walkable options rather than driving. This app makes it easier to find anything, including gas stations, banks, supermarkets, coffee shops, hospitals, hotels, cinemas, concerts, and so much more.

4. WhatsApp

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Many people already use WhatsApp. It’s one of the best options for calling anyone, anywhere in the world, via audio or video. The app provides options for calling, Instant Messenger, or a group chat. However, you need to be aware that some countries don’t allow access to WhatsApp. So make sure to confirm its availability at your destination in advance.

3. Flight Stats

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With frequent delays these days, Flight Stats is a must-have app for those who fly or their family members. You can monitor the flight status of any airplane in any country throughout the world. Even if you don’t know the flight details, you can search by other methods such as airport to airport, country to country, or flight by flight.

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2. Xe Currency Converter

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For those not great at math, Xe Currency Converter comes to the rescue for travelers. The app allows you to list your top ten currencies (instead of only two like most apps) and simultaneously see them in real time. Other features include rate alerts, money transfers, market analysis, and more. You can also calculate using a few different currencies at once.

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1. Banking

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No matter what actual bank you use, you should definitely consider using their dedicated banking app. Many travelers have to manage budgets while they are away. Having a banking app allows you to monitor your accounts, transfer funds, and pay bills on the go. You can also set up automatic bill payments and alerts to make the process easier.

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