No matter how well you plan and how meticulous you are with every factor of your trip, traveling can still be incredibly stressful, especially if a spanner gets thrown into your brilliant plan.
Here are a few of the best travel apps to not only make traveling stress-free, but all far more enjoyable.
Hotel Tonight
If you are a spontaneous traveler, or someone who needs a hotel room in a hurry, you need to download Hotel Tonight.
This app provides all the details and deals for hotels in all major cities, and give you a list of available rooms to book.
The app shows you the best deals, and Black Friday mobile offers, allows you to book in advance, and allows you to favorite the best hotels. It is perfect for procrastinators, or those in a jam and need a room ASAP.
BringFido
If you own a dog or two and you like bringing them along on your travels, you need to download BringFido. This user-sourced app provides all the information on hotels, restaurants, etc. that allow pets.
Beyond this, the app also provides details of dog parks and dog-friendly outdoor areas where you can take your pet for a run and play, even if they aren’t able to join you in a specific restaurant or hotel.
PackPoint
Packing for a trip can easily be one of the most annoying parts of a trip, especially when you are going somewhere new.
However, PackPoint is here to not only make it easier, but also to ensure you have everything you need for your destination, no matter the weather or activities.
All you have to do is plug in your destination and the time of year, as well as some other details, and PackPoint will give you an outline of what you should pack.
A great bonus feature is that you can put in whether you will have access to clothes-washing facilities or not, allowing you to streamline what you need to pack.
TripIt
If you sometimes struggle to remember all the dates and times of where you need to be, or you have a jam-packed, time-sensitive itinerary, you need TripIt. This app takes all your dates, times, and confirmation emails and puts it all in one place.
The app allows you to consolidate all your travel information into one app, and can make everything from airport drop-off times to check-in times only one tap away.
Hopper
Hopper is a simple yet highly effective booking app that makes claiming airplane seats a breeze. In simple terms, Hopper gathers all the price details for seats and lets you know when the best time to book is.
It will notify you when the price drops, and on top of that, it will also give you a fairly accurate prediction of when the price will go up again.
Roadtrippers
For those who love a road trip, Roadtrippers is one of, if not the best, ways to take your adventures to the next level. In essence, Roadtrippers shows all the best and lesser-known attractions, like museums, art installations, restaurants, etc, on your route.
You can plan an entire road trip and include all your stops, as well as places to stay, in one simple app, meaning you won’t miss anything.
Airbnb
Airbnb needs no introduction, but it can’t be understated how useful it is when trying to find accommodation for a night, a weekend, or even a month or two. You are able to stay in a wide variety of homes and BnBs, and can book one last minute if need be.
Airbnb also offers some incredibly unique locations, such as being able to stay in a castle, a luxury treehouse, or something in between.
Rome2Rio
Don’t let the simplicity of Rome2Rio; it is far more powerful and useful than you may think. At its core, Rome2Rio allows you to get from Point A to Point B in the fastest, and often cheapest way possible.
You put in your location and destination, and the app will give you all the options available to get there, such as taxis, trains, buses, etc. It will also provide times and prices, and tell you where to go to get said transport.
AllTrails
For the hikers, walkers, and nature lovers out there, you need to download AllTrails. This app provides you with all the hiking, walking, and cycling trails for a given area, as well as their specific details like length, elevation, route type, conditions, etc.
The paid version of the app allows you to download maps for offline use, perfect for when you are in the backcountry with no signal. It also provides you with up-to-the-second route alternatives if you make a wrong turn, eliminating the need for you to fish through a map yourself.
Google Translate
Finally, Google Translate is a must if you are a traveling to a country where your mother tongue isn’t common. Being able to communicate effectively when overseas is a must, not only for your safety, but also to get the most out of your holiday.
The app allows you to translate words or phrases, as well as save the useful ones you may need again. The app can translate 237 languages, meaning you will have to try very hard to find a word or phrase the app can’t translate for you.