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Best Road Trip Apps for 2020
Many Americans will be hitting the road during the course of the next couple of months, heading out for summer vacation. As PC Mike Wendland reports, you might want to consider downloading an app or two while packing your bathing suits and towels. GasBuddy helps you find the lowest price for gas. It is easy to use and navigate. Simply search by zip code, city or state. The huge number of users contribute by updating prices regularly, meaning the app is consistently up-to-date. One unique feature of GasBuddy is its so-called “Gas Price Heat Map” that shows gas price per gallon across the United States and Canada. The app is…
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Apps for Roadtrippers and Travel Junkies
Whether planning a spring break getaway or summer vacation, chances are you’ll want to share your experiences with others. A number of apps can help you easily journal your travels, as PC Mike Wendland reports. Created by travelers, for travelers, Driftr is designed as a social network for those who like to hit the road. The app supports photos and videos, and encourages sharing reviews and travel advice. Create your own travel blog instantly. Quickly and easily find the best hotels, bars, and restaurants anywhere in the world while taking advantage of exclusive offers not found anywhere else. The app is free for iOS and Android. Bonjournal is perfect for travelers who…
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Apps to help you manage your travel
With the travel season heating up, many of you are gearing up for exciting trips. As PC Mike Wendland reports this week, it might be worth downloading a few apps to help you travel smarter. Packr Travel Packing Checklist helps you pack for your trip. Input your destination and activities you plan to take on while traveling. A list will be generated that is based on that information along with length of stay, and anticipated weather. The app is able to providing packing information for more than 1,000 locations. The app is free for iOS. For when your trip begins, consider one of many airline apps available. American Airlines, Delta…
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Summer Travel Apps
It’s the summer travel season and that means lots of people are hitting the roads, trying to see what the world has to offer. One easy way to find some of those things is to use an app specific to sightseeing. Click here to see my video report on these apps Field Trip helps you find cool, hidden, and unique things nearby. It runs in the background on your phone and notifies you when you get close to something that could be of interest. That includes everything from local historic sites to the latest and best places to shop, eat, and have fun. Information comes from various credible sources, too,…
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Best Travel Apps
With the holidays and winter on the way, travel season is on the horizon. But if you use the right app for planning a big trip, it doesn’t have to be another source of stress. Google Trips organizes plane tickets and hotel reservations while offering guides to more than 200 cities. It even makes personalized recommendations based on a user’s Google history. It also works offline, meaning users can download everything that need before their trip, such as maps and walking directions. The app is free for iOS and Android. TripIt is considered by many to be the best travel planning app. The app is as simple as having confirmation…
