There are hundreds of mobile apps available to help make organized travel plans and to support you along your journey. We’ve created a list of some of the best ones to help you plan more productively, keep your travel information handy and reduce stress when unexpected changes arise.
Travel Planning
Most people turn to the Web and mobile apps for help with travel research and planning. Whether your needs include air travel, lodging or rental cars, here are some excellent mobile apps to help you plan your next trip.
- Kayak (Android, iOS, web, Windows Phone)
- TripAdvisor (Android, iOS)
Flight Tracking
Whether you’re the one flying or you’re charged with transporting someone to or from the airport, apps that track flights help you stay informed with flight schedules and real-time updates on a flight’s arrival, departure and current location.
- Flight Stats (Android, iOS)
- FlightAware Flight Tracker (Android, iOS, Windows Phone)
- GateGuru (Android, iOS, Windows Phone)
Airport Information
Knowing where your connecting gate is and where you can pick up some food before you board can help reduce travel-related stress and discomfort. Have a longer layover? Some airports offer some very novel amenities like yoga rooms and art galleries.
Public Transit and Border Crossing
If you travel plans include land or maritime public transit and US border crossings, these apps give you information about possible delays, boat schedules and wait times at various US border crossings.
- Google Maps (Android, iOS)
- Roadify (Android, iOS)
- Best Time to Cross the Border (Android, iOS)
Maps and Saved Itineraries
Gone are the days when you need to pack along heavy guide books and maps. Consider these apps that allow you to plan and save maps and itineraries via Web access and then save them to your mobile device for offline use.
- TripAdvisor Offline City Guides (Android, iOS)
- Stay.com (Android, iOS)
- Gate Guru (Android, iOS, Windows Phone)
