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Travel apps: plan with ease and enjoy your holidays
Travelling is always exciting, but juggling bookings, directions and schedules can quickly become stressful. Luckily, we live in an age where everything is at our fingertips — and travel apps are here to make the process easier.
If you're planning your dream trip, Xtracars introduces you to the best travel apps to keep things organised, efficient, and, most importantly, fun.
Every great trip starts with good planning
We know holidays are for relaxing, but the best ones always begin with a solid plan. That’s where travel apps come in handy — from booking flights and hotels to discovering that hidden gem of a restaurant only locals know about.
- Booking: allows for quick booking of hotels, apartments, and transportation.
- Airbnb: stands out for offering unique apartments and local experiences around the world.
- Skyscanner: compares prices of flights, hotels, and car rentals to find the best options at the best price.
Searching and booking in one place, price comparison with access to the best market deals, flexibility, and personalized experiences are the main advantages of using these apps.
GPS: never get lost, even offline
Knowing where you are and where you're going is essential. That’s why some travel apps act as true copilots. The most famous? Google Maps, of course. But there are others, like Maps.me, that let you download offline maps — ideal for when you're heading somewhere with no mobile signal. If you like to stay in full control, you can also pre-book a GPS system through Xtracars.
After all, the less time you spend in traffic, the more you enjoy your destination.
Translators and currency converters: all in your pocket
If you're visiting a country with a different language or currency, these tools are essential. Google Translate remains one of the most complete travel apps, allowing you to translate voice, text and even images in real time. XE Currency, on the other hand, gives you up-to-date exchange rates quickly and easily — perfect for managing your travel budget. These apps save time, avoid misunderstandings and help you connect better with your destination.
Mobile travel guides: your new best travel buddy
Did you know you can have a travel guide in your pocket — for free? Apps like Tripadvisor and Visit A City offer personalised itineraries, local attractions, and tips from other travellers. And with Xtracars’ car subscription, you can explore all the recommendations at your own pace.
New in town and don’t know where to start? Open the app and within minutes you’ll have a full plan with schedules, prices, distances and even ideas for dinner or family-friendly activities.
The smart choice for every traveller
The best thing about travel apps is that they suit every travel style. Prefer to plan everything down to the last detail? There’s an app for that. More spontaneous and like to go with the flow? There are apps that show last-minute deals and opportunities.
And if you want to keep everything in one place, there are tools like TripIt, which organise all your trip data — bookings, times, addresses, contacts — in one simple view.
The best choice? Travel with Xtracars
If there’s one thing we’ve learned over the years, it’s that travelling well means travelling informed. Travel apps make that possible — saving time, money and helping you make the most of every moment.
If you're thinking of hitting the road with Xtracars, why not pair an affordable car with smart travel apps? That way, you get comfort on the road, fewer worries, and all the flexibility and organisation you need at every stop.
