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7 Apps Should Be Downloaded before Your Next Trip


Mon 29 Jul 2019 | 07:19 PM
Hassan El-Khawaga

Smartphones, through its apps, paved the way for having better experience in traveling like easier communication and quicker transportation.

So, here are seven essential apps should be downloaded on your smartphone before your next trip, according to the Washington Post.

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Mango Languages

If you traveled to a country where you can't speak its local language, Mango Languages would help you to learn some basics of the foreign language by using a conversational methodology.

It brings to you reading and listening activities to cope up with the language of the country where you are. Mango has more than 70 languages. New subscribers are set to pay $8 a month for the first three months.

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Google Maps

One of the most prominent applications which could help you not to be lost anywhere. Google Maps is an excellent way to search for attractions near you while traveling and record them also.

It is recommended to download areas and navigate offline because of connectivity issues or not having an international data plan.

You can also share your location with your friends and spot the nearest bus stops and metro stations.

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Uber

When you travel abroad, mostly you will take a taxi but, you don't know each country's fare and taxis couldn't be safe for you as a foreigner. Therefore, Uber is a safer and quicker way to get rid of any difficulties.

You should know the driver's name well and tell him your name clearly to avoid sudden mistakes. You won't also be worried about your money.

Keep in mind that the cheapest taxi fare is in Egypt.

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VSCO

Surely, you will take plenty of photos during your travel and there is a high possibility to discover unclear images which need to be edited and filtered. VSCO offers you the experience of taking photos, editing and adding filters.

There are similar applications for VSCO such as Afterlight, Snapseed, and PicsArt.

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Google Translate

The most needed application during your trip. Google Translate will make your communication smoother. Comparing with other translate apps, Google Translate is multifunctional as you can take a photo of a foreign text and Google will translate it.

It will help you so much in understanding menus and street signs around the city.

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Tinder

Traveling alone? Needing company? Tinder can bring you a mate who you can hang out with. The mobile app can help you in catching the locals and meeting them.

The matter is worth because it will enrich your travel memories and communicate better with several people, but always take care when meeting with matches.

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Globe Convert

It is very important how much you are spending when traveling. Currency exchange from your hometown to the country you visit is what it comes first at your mind. So, Globe Convert will ease the issue for you.

The mobile app converts over 160 currencies and more than 350 physical units.