Don't Travel Without These 12 ESSENTIAL Travel Apps (2024 Travel Apps)

[@JK-be3zv]

You guys are awesome. We leave Sunday for 6 weeks of Europe. Your help has been wonderful. Just clicked back into your channel to get Surfshark through your link so you get some credit for us signing up as a "thank you" for all you have done. You are both natural TV voices and could do a live show like Rick Steve's. Since he is older now, there is a gap in the market for young blood like you all. Cheers, Scott and Jane.

[@a.r.r.5626]

Due to my travels across multiple continents, the most important phrase I have learned in many languages: "Thank you. That was delicious!" You're going to learn Thank You anyways so learn 'that was delicious.' You will be the friend of many food kiosks, restaurants, etc.

[@taylordarcy3778]

I just watched 5 videos and feel so much better about my upcoming trip to Portugal. Thank you!!

[@143mharper]

Good share on Rick Steve's! His stuff is stellar!

[@tonysimson7465]

Always looking to add apps to the range I travel with. Google Translate may be handy but “Say Hi” takes language translation to a new level. You can speak in English and have your phone read it back in the language you require. You can take pics of signs or menus and have them translated. Also “Rome to Rio” as an alternate to “City Mapper”. And lastly “Trip Advisor” particularly when planning your trip to get local advice. Cheers

[@jessied4210]

If I am hanging around, I would say Trainpal covers a lot of transportation issues. You can also try it out!

[@carynsommersdorf2453]

This is great information, Thank you!

[@cynthiashearer-ec6gl]

I checked Say Hi out....really great recommendation. Thanks!

[@jennw36]

Google Translate does all that too

[@coleenknickelbein8063]

TripIt saved us from missing our connecting flight in 2018. We bought tickets in Nov for travel in May. 3 weeks before our trip I heard of and downloaded TripIt. Within a few days, I got a notification that our flight time had changed. It turns out, our flight from Omaha to Newark was cancelled and we were rerouted thru Chicago. Unfortunately, our flight in to Chicago arrived 20 minutes AFTER our Aer Lingus connection left. I dont know if I would have caught that had it not been for the TripIt notification.

[@patrick1992]

Check your emails?

[@anilarahim7799]

Hello, I am from Pakistan and travelling solo to Madrid, Milan, Venice, Florence and Zurich in July. Though I have been to 36 countries but always had my hotels, flights, tours everything booked in advance by a travel agent. Your vlogs have educated me very well…. Have already downloaded the necessary apps and highly appreciate your efforts of making these very useful easy to understand vlogs…. Will safe many from getting into trouble which many would not want to specifically when travelling for fun. Stay blessed 😊

[@omarshahin4629]

This has to be one of the most informative videos I have ever watched! This is amazing. I loved all of your recommendations and I have never subscriber to a channel like yours so quickly!! Thank you from the bottom of my heart!

[@terrys2735]

Rick Steves has info in printed books that has led me wrong, but my wife and I used his audio guide last year when we were in Pompeii, and it was really great!

[@1958zed]

The SBB Mobile app for the Swiss rail system was amazing and easy to use.

[@GFWBCK]

This is great!!! I also can't stop hearing the Bluey theme in teh background!

[@kimollhoff-nett5398]

So glad I found you! Very helpful tips for a new overseas traveler

[@user-zzyachieve]

I can't agree more! It is helpful for tourists ~ By the way, I found that I can use code to get discounts on tickets on TRIP ~

[@kirstennorling2372]

We are leaving in November for our open ended long term travel (retiring). This is very useful! Thanks!

[@shannonhutchinson4084]

In Asia, Grab and Get Your Guide were our favorites.

[@wmndz510]

Thanks!

[@sculptor682]

I'm a Google Maps addict. But I must add in here; there are many areas in Europe where Google Maps still provides excellent navigation, BUT is not as well integrated with municipal services (such as bus schedules) or up to date with local businesses (such as with store or restaurant hours).

[@bree-roche]

AGREED! It's my absolute fave. Especially using the offline mode in places where I don't have data (it was great in Japan).

[@airlinefamily9219]

I like that Google Maps will give you agency info for bus/train travel so you can at least go to the agency website for bus/train times. But you make a good point..

[@DonaldKhan-c3r]

Wow, this video is a lifesaver! These travel apps are going to make my trips so much easier and more enjoyable. Thanks for sharing these must-have tools for 2024! 🌍📱✈

[@davidlammermeier4884]

Great video. Thanks so much. Just returned from Croatia. Beautiful country. Used Insight tour company. It was fantastic

[@awaytogether]

Absolutely LOVE Croatia.

[@VWright-b6x]

I love this thank you!! I’m terrified for my trip in May

[@Orlandoagent]

Excellent pointers! Thanks

[@mv80401]

Long distance busses are a thing in Europe, especially Flixbus. Quite cheap, and now you can even book specific seats. I like to sit upstair in the front of their double deckers, never boring.

[@ellensandor741]

Better to use the trains. Flixbus's bathrooms are not always open. It was almost 3 hours before a bathroom break in Portugal.

[@cynthiashearer-ec6gl]

Im feeling more confident about my upcoming solo trip to Greece. Thanks for the excellent information! Terrific content in every video!

[@steveshama5960]

Very nicely done video...carefully thought out practical advice and presented in a slow voice. Thank you.

[@HollyLuce]

I am so enjoying watching your videos. My daughter and son-in-law are Knee Deep and Mash and to be able to see the areas they're traversing via your great videos makes my heart swell! Sending you and all the hikers on the CDT all the best wishes as you go on your incredible journeys! Keep up the great work : ))

[@DR17dede]

Thanks for this video. Will use a number of these apps. I’m interested in Holafly but how do you make sure your at home plan doesn’t kick in in the background? Are there settings you need to disable?

[@jeffreysuppo9799]

just started watching you. I think your great. Answered most of my questions, and i got some new apps. Thank You

[@IsaiahJamesBarnes]

This made my day, it was exactly what I was looking for.

[@AmitP-j8n]

Quite good...especially Airbnb experiences & Holafly & Google translate and City mapper...and i stopped the video because i had work..but will try Airbnb experiences when visiting Florence, Rome. Thanks bro

[@AlphonseSmith-is1qf]

Your eSim Provider App is Always the Top Priority

[@denisesc21]

This was super helpful. Some apps I’d never heard of. My hubs is very excited about the Rick Steve’s one. We’re big fans. Thanks!

[@renferal5290]

I'm off to the UK , France and Rome in a couple months. This video is very helpful

[@roundbo]

Such an informative video! Thank you for providing this information. Holafly will make our lives so much easier.

[@user-zzyachieve]

I can't agree more! It is helpful for tourists ~ By the way, I found that I can use code to get discounts on tickets on TRIP ~

[@Komeizi3]

Excelent video, a lot of useful tips and apps I have never heard of before. Thanks a lot!

[@Bariom_dome]

I love this. I am planning a trip to europe and this is very helpful

[@lisawoudstra2884]

Love love Tripit……you can flights, trains, tours EVERYTHING!!!!

[@enriquesanchez2001]

TRIPIT is OUTSTANDING! ♥♥♥♥♥

[@MelissaC269]

The Uber cash tip is incorrect. Uber cash cannot be used in a currency different than deposited. I loaded $25 usd in Uber cash and couldn’t use it in Spain. They said it was because it’s in USD and not euros. Was not able to use it. Using a U.S. credit card the bank itself will change the currency and give you a more favorable rate.

[@yankee04]

I use most of these. Adding a couple of your suggestions. I like Transit as well, but alternate that with City Mapper. I like the interface on Transit better. Do you use XE for currency conversion?

[@audreyrice996]

Rick Steve's is the best! Thanks for all the valuable info!

[@slabby]

Love this video. It has given me some great ideas. Thanks. I have a question about the e-Sim card, if you have an International plan with VZW already and use the e-Sim, how does VZW know that you are not using their International Plan? What do you do with that plan? Do you cancel that plan with VZW and when you get into the airport, turn on the e-Sim immediately? I know when you land, VZW knows you're in Europe and starts to charge. How do you avoid that? (I guess what I'm asking is the logistics of how to complete the e-Sim and not get charged with International rates?) Thanks for all the info you've provided me. Can't wait to go on my trip to Switzerland, Austria, Czechia, Hungary and Slovakia in the fall.

[@mrsmunger26]

was just thinkig this..if I do the Holafly app how does it charge off the app esim vs my carrier?

[@benhaze1010]

Amazing video!!!

[@bcskqc]

Thank you so much for the valuable tips. By the way, does Holafly support voice and SMS too, or it's just data? I'd like to be able to get a local number.

[@breensprout]

thanks for this video! i will say that google maps may be great in the US and europe but it may not be the best for other parts of the world. for example, i've spent a considerable amount of time in south korea, and if you're there, naver maps is the way to go. another sk example--google translate is good for its sign translation capabilities but if you just want to look up specific words, you may want to use papago. and i think you may need to use a different e-sim app, as well. so definitely research the apps specific to the area you're visiting!

[@olaluca]

Wonderful video! Just to highlight, I think you have placed an incorrect app thumbnail for the 'Grab' app (9:58). The app to get a ride is not called 'Grab Driver', but it's called 'Grab'. 'Grab Driver' app is meant for 'Grab Drivers'. And the 'Grab' app is meant for passengers. Just

[@Chandoe65]

Nice apps tnx❤

[@thatswhatisaidCA]

These are great suggestions, thank you! I'm in Canada, and I would pay $15 a day for international roaming. Going on 2 week trip to Maui (USA) soon. How do i get my travel (airline, hotel) notifications (i.e. if the plane is leaving later) or my Boarding Pass onto my phone if I switch to an E-sim and not my regular phone number with which i booked all my trip?

[@iLibertyWoman]

So glad I found you. New subbie here.

[@ggs0605]

Excellent! Thank you so much!

[@elvlado2333]

Be really careful when using google maps on south america and even in europe ( Paris for ex). The app does not take in consideration bad and dangerous neighborhoods and you can be quickly in trouble if you follow indications to walk through the city.

[@carynsommersdorf2453]

Ooh this is good info to know. My 19 yr old is traveling alone.

[@shooten1st]

Been there done that…. Thanks Dallas

[@nahtea]

@@shooten1stHaha what part did you go through?

[@tryingmybest206]

...then how are you supposed to get anywhere?

[@againstthegraingolf301]

@@tryingmybest206You can take taxis as well. Safer than walking thru an unsafe neighborhood

[@carolpeterson8947]

Thank you thank you thank you❤️🎊🎊❤️🎉🎉

[@reemie786]

City Mapper is the best I use for public transport.

[@kevinpowers9024]

Many good tips in this video. I just hope my phone works. We are going to London and Ireland in September. We were in France 3 years ago and my phone didn't work. I even bought a European sim card that said it would work in all of Europe. I did have an older phone back then. I have a Samsung A53 now. It is an unlocked phone, so maybe it will work.

[@jlafunk]

If you have Verizon (like I do) you can either pay $10/day for International Service with a lot of caps and restrictions on data use, or you can pay for a whole month ($100) and get it all with unlimited data. I wen tto Paris for 10 days and I realized that I'd pay $100 anyway so I may as well just get it for a month. They'll even drip the service after 30 days and you don't have to do anything. (And, no. I'm not a fan of Verizon, it's just what I have).

[@glenncamp733]

I have moved from Verizon to TMobile. Heading to Japan with unlimited text and data (up to 500mbp?). Phone $.25/minute; however, using What'sApp or Message you don't have that charge if you have WiFi.

[@sparkjoylauren7848]

Are you saying Verizon was $100/mo? What is this Holafly and is it trustworthy?

[@libertyc8688]

Thank you so much. Great video and so much useful information.

[@brownell.landrum]

If you use Norton for your security it comes with a free vpn.

[@MW-iv8zv]

Great video!! Very informative

[@rolfsdoodles935]

Tipping is such a bizarre concept, and the fact that you'd need an app for it, just confirms that.

[@zlauriault]

I'm in support of an app that tells me whether or not to tip in the country I'm traveling in, and if so, at what percentage. That's one less way to disrupt normal routine for people where I'm a guest.

[@cindywilkinson1610]

Nik -- is there a way to delete downloaded maps after trip to clear out space on phone?

[@awaytogether]

this short explains: kzbin.infoxg1zX6ukWyc

[@heidic9465]

City Mapper and TripIt!

[@daniloribeiro2361]

Holafly sounds extremely expensive. I was actually thinking about getting it but after seeing the prices, I'll just stick with the hustle of buying the SIM cards and internet packs on my own. 20 more bucks in my pocket will go in handy for my trip for sure

[@lesleyrobertson2152]

There are lots of other e-sim providers. I would say really worthwhile, especially if you are going to be in more than one country.

[@georgethecuriouscat]

Excellent apps ! Moovit should also be considered for public transport .

[@teomanslife1862]

For the hollow fly, if I have a summer trip can I buy it now or should I wait until then??

[@MS-uj5yo]

Holafly is fine if your phone supports e-sim.

[@rajasekharas4648]

Very useful and informative video

[@jimchidwick3602]

Flighty is an essential app for my travel

[@Chef_Rosie64]

I have an iPhone 13, I noticed e-sim didn’t work when I was in Portugal & Spain last yr…😢 Which one I should use??

[@rudoiphieudu]

Should I buy a train pass, a metro pass ?

[@karenmcgovern3452]

This would’ve helped us last week when we spent 15 mins. trying to find colloseum tix at the door!

[@jessernick]

Is that the Bluey music in the background?

[@Ghatbkk]

Google Translate doesn't do so well with tonal languages like Thai, especially in the conversational mode. It's ok for individual words or short phrases usually (although not always) written.

[@JimmyDamato]

I'm new here, love the channel! Where's the black hoodie from?

[@kathywood558]

Holafly works only if you have a phone with an eSIM-- older phones don't. Is using wi-fi only still a viable option?

[@AmadoWildlifeVideos]

How does Holafly stop your carrier from charging you anyway? They'll know where you are...

[@andrear8700]

You turn off data for your US/home carrier plan and switch to the travel plan . You won’t be using your home plan’s data. You do that in settings under cellular data.

[@yvonnewilliams-b7k]

A great start! Keep up the good work!

[@jaynetomei5955]

How does one configure this VPN? Is it an app ? I see it on my phone settings but. Can’t figure out how to use

[@lim26]

What’s the app name for trains ?

[@awaytogether]

I typically use trainline

[@SandyWohl-d5x]

TripIt is very good but it is not perfect. I suggest you always carry paper confirmations for hotels, flights etc.

[@OnTheSpurOfTheMoment]

Citi Mapper only helps if you are traveling to some major cities they support. Outside those locations you are toast.

[@isabellaquinn8041]

Would this phone app work with a phone company like Cricket or Metro by T Mobile?

[@gusbros]

Do international carriers (KLM) actually weigh BOTH the carry on roller AND the backpack? KLM site says combined weight for whatever you bring on is 26lbs

[@timlangford8678]

Thanks!!

[@edmilinski1295]

title sounds good, content so so

[@EricOnYouTube]

Hello. Say, do you have a spreadsheet or the like that can help me figure out what my travel to Germany and Italy will cost? Thanks. :)

[@theresabu3000]

There's the option of Interrail Tickets for European countries. You select countries you want to visit and travel days. So if you have a rough idea of your plans, that might be cheapest. Germany has the DB App - which shows you times in Europe. But you can only buy tickets if you're traveling from Germany or back I think.

[@timlangford8678]

My immediate question is… does Holafly erase the already installed e-sim for your current US provider? or can they coexist? Do I need to reinstall my US provider eSIM when the vacation is over?

[@awaytogether]

Most phones these days have two slots. Your mileage may vary, but in my case, I've been able to keep my home provider, but simply turn off cellular data for the duration of my trip.

[@kathrynhiggins9227]

We use Holafly esims when we travel. We have iPhones. In settings under cellular data, your regular esim for current US provider will be at the top of the list, then the Holafly esim will be listed next. You should toggle your current provider “off” and turn on the esim from Holafly (also make sure you turn on data roaming for the Holafly plan). You can turn your regular provider’s plan back on when you get back to the USA.

[@kathrynhiggins9227]

Also, occasionally we have turned on our us provider cellular to do two number authentication (we have an international plan but only good for 30 days or less out of country) and the two seem to work without any problems.

[@danielthomson8341]

My phone allows up to 2 eSIMs to be ACTIVE at the same time, but can store more. I'm not sure what the max is, but it probably depends on your phone model anyway. I've also found Airalo to be much cheaper than Holafly.

[@mrsmunger26]

@@kathrynhiggins9227 Thank you so much for this!

[@aqeelaliani]

Travel = Europe! Man, I'm so enlightened! 😂

[@cynthiapanah4791]

Do you have a video explain what WhatsApp is? I'm going on my first Disney Cruise to Europe and I don't know what to do about wifi or cellphone use. Could you help? Thank you!

[@tonikroos03]

Useful thanks 😊

[@pvdppvdp6638]

I have never used a single app on my travels. And I find it very hard to understand why a lot of people can't travel without using apps. I never got lost, I found everything I needed to find, I used local transport everywhere. In fact the only reason I have my phone with me is to be able to send a distress signal if needed.

[@Potmesil04]

Each to their own. You do you.

[@abkeener81]

It's been my experience that google maps is spot on for distance. But not on time. Though I've mainly used it in the Washington, DC area.

[@lindaundereood1601]

Verizon has a monthly international plan for $100.

[@abkeener81]

Google maps has accurate distance. But here in the DC area … not time.

[@leahilanah2818]

Is there a free account available for Trip It?

[@THillick]

Uber is non-existent around Lake Como.. Taxi's are scarce...

[@tahaplh1]

Unfortunately, Google Maps' offline feature does not provide walking directions.

[@walterramirez3287]

Hi Nick, I just have a question on tripit. Are you using the free app or the pro? Just want to know if the price is worth it, Thanks again

[@awaytogether]

Currently just the free!

[@walterramirez3287]

@@awaytogether I’m leaving to Spain soon and I been sending my schedule e-mails and I’m impressed how easy it is. How everything shows in order even if the emails are out of order. THANK YOU.

[@itsjohnny4267]

lol I thought Bluey was playing in the background

[@excatholicatheist]

Tmobil still beats Holafly in Europe

[@carynsommersdorf2453]

Thank you for this. That's what we have.

[@along9971]

Holafly isn't compatible with all phones.. found out the hard way

[@tegeas69]

ok

[@CandiPinki]

Is the global tips app only for iPhone?

[@ballistic48]

I can't find the app with that logo for Android either!