Travel demand continues to march ahead as consumers return to cruises, packaged vacations and unique luxury experiences. Mobile travel app growth also expands alongside increasing travel demand as travelers embrace and adopt mobile travel technology. TTS takes a look at the top 3 mobile apps that could enhance travel experiences in 2024.
TripIt – The All-In-One travel organizer.
Tripit is a versatile travel planner and organizer that seamlessly connects separate travel plans into one easy to use itinerary. Once travel has been confirmed, the user simply emails the details to a central Tripit email and the app will instantly update with the new information. Flight times, car rental reservations, boarding passes and hotel confirmations can easily be stored in the app, providing ease of access and peace of mind for hurried travelers. Tripit also includes mapping functions for localized experiences and transportation options.
Polarsteps – A lightweight trip tracker that records the adventure.
Polarsteps is an easy to use and intuitive trip tracker that doesn’t drain smartphone resources. In addition to trip planning, Polarsteps can also offer insider tips on locales through its community driven database. Travelers can also add their own photos and notes during the trip tracking, further personalizing the journey. Polarsteps also offers a Travel Book option once the journey is complete as a memento of the journey. Users can also easily share their trips across social media networks or within the Polarsteps community.
Wanderlog – Easily organize and track group travel.
Wanderlog is another top mobile travel app that offers a complete array of trip planning and organization features. One of the strengths of Wanderlog is the group travel features the app provides. Everything from itineraries, confirmations and even budgeting can be easily shared among the group. Wanderlog is a powerful tool for air travel as well as road trips with excellent mapping functions and community driven localized suggestions. The intuitive app stores travel data offline for when smartphone service is unavailable or spotty.
Smartphone technology is constantly evolving and improving. Super high resolution cameras and global access to data make these devices the perfect accessory while traveling. With a wide range of apps designed specifically for different stages of travel, consumers will be able to find the perfect mobile app to complement and enhance their travel experience.