Traveling can be exciting but also nerve-wracking. Whether you are stressed about the traffic, your flights, or just dealing with family. The key to holiday travel is to remain flexible and to keep in mind that things don't always go the way you plan. However, there are apps to help you out. These apps can make your travel experience for the holidays, better. Plus, it never hurts to be proactive and prepared.
TripIt for your pre-travel planning
This free app is available in the app store on iTunes. Before you leave the house for your holiday destination use this app to put all your documentation in one place. You can forward all your confirmation emails to this app and create an itinerary. This app gives you your information even when offline.
Waze, to help navigate traffic
The roads are full of traffic, especially during the holiday season. Don't run into any surprises while you are in the car. Use the Waze app, a free app from the Google Play Store and the iTunes Store. This app can help you navigate with real-time traffic updates and route changes.
AccuWeather will keep you warm and dry
No matter which app it is, you should be armed with a weather guide. The AccuWeather app from Android can keep you updated on the weather you will be encountering through your travel. A weather app is important when traveling. Don't get caught in the rain, know if you need to add a few layers, and find out if the weather may cause you possible delays.
HotelTonight will help you find hotels, last minute
Things happen and plans need to be adjusted. If you get stuck in a delay, don't get stuck in your car or at an airline terminal. Use an app that helps you find and book last minute hotels, such as HotelTonight. And if you are flying by the seat of your pants, this app can be your partner in spontaneous planning.
Apps that help you with your flights
When you are traveling by plane, things can get stressful. There are check-ins, gates, times, and delays to think about. You also have to be aware of what can and cannot be bring on flight. The My TSA app can be your little helper. You can use this app to find out whether you can bring an item with you. It can let you know which airports are experiencing delays. Also, find out where to go for pre-check. Get wait times and even a guide to procedures with this app.
Kill time with your favorite Podcasts
There is no doubt that you will have time to kill. You may be waiting for flights or delayed in one spot for some time. Pcoket Casts from iOS and Android downloads your favorite podcasts automatically and stores them on your phone. This is a great app that can take care of all your podcast entertainment.
Find My Phone, because accidents happen
One thing that many people fear is losing their phone. This could be a potential nightmare since many of us carry a lot of personal information on our phones. If you are traveling the Find My Phone app will help you find it or simply wipe your phone clean of personal information.
These are just some of the apps that will have you prepared for holiday travels. They are not only important during the holidays, but also any time you are traveling. Remember, try not to stress and enjoy your trip. Be prepared and have fun!
