In a nutshell... Find and book more than 24,000 great things to do across the world
Tell me more... Type in your holiday destination and GetYourGuide brings up a list of tours and activities in that area. You can book via the app with a few quick taps - and you're guaranteed to pay the lowest price every time. Tend not to plan too far ahead? No problem: there are always lots of last-minute options. And you can check out thousands of reviews from other users to help you make up your mind.
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In a nutshell... Makes shouting in broken English, miming like a fool and/or flicking desperately through a phrasebook a thing of the past
Tell me more... This clever app helps you communicate your needs wherever you are in the world by calling on an offline library of 500 pictures for pretty much every conceivable thing you may want while travelling. Some examples? Food, drink, accommodation, transport and emergencies... There's also the functionality to draw a line through each picture - so 'ice' becomes 'no ice' or 'meat' becomes 'no meat', for example.
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In a nutshell... A revolutionary new 'social' currency exchange service that helps you avoid hefty commission charges
Tell me more... Instead of being short-changed at banks and bureaux de change, people in different countries swap currencies with one another. So if you need euros for a long weekend in Paris, WeSwap will pair you with a someone in France who needs sterling for a trip to the UK - and act as the go-between in the exchange, which is carried out at the mid-market rate. The commission charge is a flat fee of one per cent. You can find out more about how it works here.
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In a nutshell... A global bike-sharing app that allows you to rent a bicycle at a cheaper price
Tell me more... Want to keep fit, save money and see as much as possible during your trip? Instead of going to an expensive hire shop, use the app to find a local who's happy to rent out their bike for however long you need it - whether that's half a day or the length of your trip. The service is offered in 55 countries across the world and all bikes are insured for approximately £2,970. Spinlister lists surfboards and snow equipment for hire, too.
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In a nutshell... Find and book a campsite or holiday park in the UK, Ireland, France, Spain and Italy.
Tell me more... Use this free app to book outdoor accommodation while you're on the move. There's a fast search function with great filter and sort facilities. And you can check out each site's full description, local attractions, reviews, features and photos. It'll give you directions on how to get there from your current location, too.
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In a nutshell... Get the best deals on European bus, train and flight travel in one click
Tell me more... GoEuro allows you to compare and book air, train and bus travel, as well as car rental options, between various locations - from small towns to big cities - across Europe. Thanks to partnerships with more than 500 different transport companies, you can find the cheapest and fastest routes between any two points. It's free to use and being updated all the time: accessible subway maps are coming soon, for example.
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In a nutshell... Get your tailor-made list of the 10 best hotels anywhere in the world - and book your favourite at the best price
Tell me more... There are plenty of hotel-booking apps out there - but this new arrival does look pretty slick. Advanced search technology and simple filters make it easy to use. The app compares live prices from all the major booking sites, so you're guaranteed to get the cheapest deal. It can pull in photos and social network reviews, too.
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In a nutshell... Track the path and progress of international flights
Tell me more... You can create trips with multiple flights and travellers, and keep all the details in one place. FlightTrack updates with real-time departure information, including gate numbers, terminal maps and details of delays at a glance. And if - perish the thought - your flight is cancelled, it will help you find an alternative.
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In a nutshell... Tell it where you're going - and it will tell you what to take
Tell me more... No, Packing Pro doesn't automatically know exactly what's in your wardrobe or that you can't bear to travel without your favourite teddy bear. But tell it where you're going, how long for, and who with - and it'll provide a basic packing list, broken down into essentials, clothes, accessories, gadgets and more. The new updated version allows you to add photographs to your lists.
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In a nutshell... Creates and updates an online travelogue - so you don't have to
Tell me more... This award-winning app tracks, records and documents your holiday experiences. And thanks to Google Earth and social media integration, it allows friends and family to see where you've been and what you've been up to. Just keep your GPS switched on and the app will create maps of your travels, geo-tagged with notes, photos, video and more.
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