By / MOOK Scenic Spots Editorial Team, compiled and reported
With technology advancing rapidly, it has become quite common for everyone to own a smartphone, and apps have become a go-to method for many to access information. When traveling abroad, a wide range of information is essential, so here we recommend six useful free travel apps that are not only feature-rich but also keep you updated in real time. Travelers can consider using them on their next overseas trip to make the journey smoother.
Useful travel apps not only offer powerful features but also keep you updated in real time (Image source / iTunes)
1. MOOKPlay the World on the Go
Created by MOOK Publishing, the MOOK Play the World on the Go app includes the essence of all MOOK travel books over the past 20 years, covering all popular travel destinations. Simply open the app to check your current location and instantly view nearby dining, entertainment, and activities. You can also use maps or real-time navigation for trip planning. It’s a highly comprehensive app.
MOOK Play the World on the Go (Image source / iTunes)
2. GoogleMaps
Google Maps is an extremely comprehensive app. In addition to clearly showing your location and the status of other places, you can also mark destinations you want to visit and plan your itinerary on the map. It's highly integrated and convenient.
3. GlobalConvert Quick Currency and Unit Converter
Convert is not only great for quick currency conversion, but it also offers conversions for length, temperature, area, volume, speed, and more. Once connected to the internet, the software updates automatically, and you can save your most frequently used conversion units. It’s a very handy app for travel.
Convert is not only great for quick currency conversion (Image source / iTunes)
4. TripAdvisor
If you want a deeper travel experience, the TripAdvisor app – the world’s largest travel platform – can help you choose hotels, restaurants, and more. In addition to reviews from users around the globe, TripAdvisor also allows users to upload their own photos, making the reference value more reliable. It’s a highly practical travel app.
TripAdvisor’s app helps you choose hotels, restaurants, and more (Image source / iTunes)
5. XONE
XONE is a communication app developed by a Taiwanese team. Its standout feature is the ability to make calls to mobile numbers, local landlines, and international numbers, with clear service offerings. It provides 100 minutes of free calls per month, with each call lasting up to 3 minutes free of charge. You can call mobiles, landlines, and international numbers in 17 countries. When calling through XONE, the recipient’s phone will correctly display your caller ID.
XONE can make calls to mobile numbers, local landlines, and international numbers (Image source / iTunes)
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