APPS SPECIAL... Seven apps that will take the pain out of your travel plans

Seven apps that will take the pain out of your travel plans





Travelling can be exhilarating, but it comes with a mixed bag of problems. Fortunately, there are apps to save the day

Airbnb

The app lets you join its online community that connects you to people looking to rent their homes. With accommodations available in 192 countries, it promises you unique home-stay experiences around the world. It also lets you find the city's best bars, restaurants, and the secret spots nearby.

Lincodes 

No matter which part of the country you are travelling to, LinCodes offers a simple way to pinpoint and send your location to anyone in your contact list or get directions to it, even in offline mode. It has divided the entire country (India) into a grid of 10ftx10ft squares for easy accessibility, with each square assigned a unique 12-digit address in numerical form.

Citymapper 

If you are caught unaware about the public transport in a new city, try Citymapper. Just key in where you are, where you want to travel and how you want to get there, and Citymapper will give you the best route, with relevant details. It can help you in 39 cities around the world.

ixigo Flight Booking App 

This made in India app is designed to cater to your entire travel to cater to your entire travel cycle, helping you at every step -starting from f light fare comparison and booking to keeping you updated about your flight status, auto web check-in and more. The app covers schedules for all major airlines across the globe.

Circa 

If you are visiting multiple countries during your vacation, this app can help you keep track of time across multiple locations and time zones. It can help you find the best times with connect with people in a different time zone. Circa is also ready for Apple Watch.

iTranslate 

Apart from translating typed and spoken phrases, iTranslate will allow you to slow down (or speed up) the corresponding audio playback so that you can work on the right pronunciation. Its off line translator supports 13 languages and allows you to switch between different dialects when you translate.

Hotspot Shield free privacy & security VPN proxy 

Travelling around the world, we often tend to access the in world, we often tend to access the internet from unknown sources that can be insecure. The Hotspot Shield is one of the world's most trusted privacy apps that is also known for its performance on speed and stability. The app also hides your IP ad dress and provides encrypted traffic tunneling.

rajarshi b

Sep 28 2017 : The Economic Times (Mumbai)