Mobile devices have changed pretty much every facet of our daily lives but very few industries are being disrupted quite like the travel industry. Travel apps have completely changed how we explore the world, from booking flights to paying for hotels.
Travel still isn’t always painless, but it has been made a lot easier with some exciting new technologies. So, we’ve rounded up the very best travel apps you need for cheap trips.
From airline comparison sites to last minute accommodation deals, these are the travel apps you shouldn’t go anywhere without.
What it does : Ride-sharing app that has everything from high end limousines to small local cars.
What you need it for : Getting around affordably and not having to call or wait for taxis in strange countries.
The killer feature : Not getting ripped off when arriving in a new country. The pricing is all transparent; you use the same app and login in every country.
What it does : This road trip app helps people discover the world around them in an entirely new way by streamlining discovery, planning, booking and navigation into one handy app.
What you need it for : Going ‘off the beaten path’ on a road trip to find the world’s most interesting locations along your road trip route.
The killer feature : The route planner includes instant fuel cost estimation and a function to explore places within a set distance from your route.
What it does : An online banking app that has 5 million people already using it across the world. Send people money easily, change currency in real time, buy cryptocurrency, get access to airport lounges, travel insurance and many more super features.
What you need it for : Moving around different countries, taking out cash and transferring between as many currencies as you want. Avoiding extra currency exchange fees.
The killer feature : Splitting bills and sharing money with friends or when traveling with a couple in just a few simple clicks.
Co-founder of Big 7 Travel, Sarah created the company through her passion for championing the world's best food and travel experiences. Before her career in digital media, where she previously held roles such as Editor of Food&Wine Ireland, Sarah worked in the hospitality industry in Dublin and New York. Contact [email protected]