As the pandemic restrictions started to ease globally, this also meant reopening tourist destinations and travel opportunities.
During the onslaught of COVID-19, we’ve been inevitably forced to stay in the safety of our homes, and most of our travel plans were cut short as people returned to their respective countries or provinces to ensure they were with their families during those trying times.
However, the world is slowly bouncing back in terms of tourism. While safety protocols should still be observed when traveling abroad, it’s exciting to say that we can now start exploring again.
So, it’s time to set aside the mobile games that entertained you during quarantine and check out these useful applications for your travel needs.
Klook
If there are activities you want to try and places you’ve been dreaming of exploring, Klook is your go-to application to get started.
Klook is the world-leading application where you can book your desired activities online. Founded in 2014, the application (and website) allows users to book 60,000 activities and attractions across 250 destinations. Their services include popular attractions and/or destination tours, train passes (such as JR Passes for Japan trips), food crawls, and airport transfers.
What’s great about Klook is that it also offers local attractions, so that you can easily book the next Ocean Park Manila or Star City tickets in the palm of your hands.
Tips when using Klook
Klook can be utilized on both mobile devices and on your computer. It’s best to plan an itinerary first, especially when planning to go out of the country, so you can easily search for the tickets or passes if they are available in the said app.
The tickets will be kept safely in your email and Klook account, so you may easily present them at the location on the day of your trip.
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Agoda
If you’re searching for a legitimate and trusted application for booking your next accommodation, Agoda is the way to go.
The company has a long track record of success since it was founded as an online travel agency in 2005. It also has a list of 35 million verified guest reviews approving Agoda’s services, plus the fact that they cover a global range of users.
Not only is Agoda an application to find the right hotel for your next tourist destination, but it also offers suggestions on private staycations and apartments. Plus you may also search for flight information through this app.
Agoda now also features booking of attractions and activities similar to Klook, making it an essential and effective app for your traveling needs with various offers.
Tips when using Agoda
When deciding on accommodation or a hotel to stay in, Agoda is usually the go-to application. This is also accessible on both mobile devices and computers.
With Agoda’s fast booking system, it’s possible to hotel hop even when you are already in the destination country. It’s also feasible to quickly cancel your hotel booking in case you might have miscalculated your stay.
The app also has an easy-to-navigate interface that makes browsing accommodations and booking a chosen one comfortable and comprehensible, even to those who have never heard of or used Agoda before.
AirBnB
Nowadays, who hasn’t heard of Airbnb? Whenever you see a family or friend’s vacation (or staycation) photos online, they’ll tell you they booked their stay with Airbnb.
So, what exactly is Airbnb? The company was founded in 2008 as an online marketplace for short-term homestays and experiences. It’s something like the above-mentioned app (Agoda), but it leans more toward renting a place from individual property owners.
Think of it as having a well-furnished cabin near a beautiful lake and renting it as a place for travelers to relax for a few days.
Tips when using the AirBnB
Airbnb is great for when you want to have a unique experience other than staying in the usual hotel. It’s more effective when you have planned your unique itinerary, which involves many outdoor adventures and activities involving nature.
There are various categories for choosing the perfect spot for you when using Airbnb. Whether you want a private getaway for your family over the weekends or alone time to recuperate from your day-to-day routine, Airbnb’s got all the suggestions for you.
Google Maps
One of the undoubtedly important applications when traveling is Google Maps. This web mapping platform offered by Google provides satellite imagery, aerial photography, street maps, and even interactive panoramic views of streets.
The app also allows you to track your current location and estimated travel times depending on your mode of transport. Remember that Google Maps run accurately on Wi-Fi; otherwise, you won’t be able to view your location or search for directions on how to get from one place to another.
With its different perspectives and accurate location tracker, Google Maps is a must-have app for traveling abroad and when you are exploring locally too.
Tips when using Google Maps
With a stable Wi-Fi connection, Google Maps can be a lifesaver, especially when you decide to explore on your own during your foreign travels.
Sometimes you will check out the nearby attractions or tourist spots near your accommodation, which can be reached within walking distance. If so, you can easily pin the location and follow the map to find your destination.
Google Maps is one app perfect for deciding to commute and you want to keep track of your stop. Overall, this app could make a difference in learning how to navigate on your own and trying to guess where to go next.
iTranslate
One common and useful travel tip, especially when visiting a foreign is to pick up a bit of at least their native language. While English is the universal language, some countries are still comfortable communicating in their local speech.
But sometimes we don’t have the time to learn the local lingo, especially when there is a lot to prepare before the trip. Fortunately, we have translator applications such as iTranslate to cover us.
iTranslate is a leading language translation app trusted by millions of users worldwide. The app can translate into over 100 languages and even supports voice translation for smoother communication.
It also has a camera feature that allows signage written in the country’s native characters to be translated into your desired language.
Tips when using iTranslate
With the different features iTranslate provides, communicating with the locals should be a breeze. If you worry that the app requires a Wi-Fi connection to function correctly, have no fear because iTranslate also has an offline mode that lets you use the translator without Wi-Fi.
With iTranslate, you may even spend your time during the plane ride or when you can learn some common expressions in a particular country.
Travel comfortably, travel safely
There we have it, our recommended applications essential for traveling locally and out of the country.
These are just some of the apps that might be useful for you next time you have a travel itinerary in mind, and these would greatly assist you not just in suggesting the best places to visit in the destination you have in mind but also when it comes to booking your tickets or your stay.
Just remember to travel safely and always be mindful wherever you go. With that, we wish you a fun and memorable travel experience.