Things seem to be getting back to being “normal” again, which means that you will soon be packing your stuff for your next travel adventure. Going on a trip feels like a much-needed thing for many right now, as we all crave to rest, relax, and recharge batteries. Combine that with getting to know people, cultures, and regions worldwide, and you get a perfect holiday adventure.

Sometimes in travel arrangements, we can’t find everything we would like from vacation, from the cost-satisfaction approach, so we suggest you take time to research and plan a holiday in the way you imagined. If you see holiday planning as a daunting task and prefer postponing it until the very last minute, or you are afraid that you will get overwhelmed with all the steps, we got you. 

Forget about holiday-planning stress levels that always seem to kick in when you start preparing for a getaway – we will guide you to put your holiday into reality with a few simple steps (with a help of some of the best apps for travel).

Finding a destination

The ideal destination should have everything you want from a vacation. If you wish to sleep through the whole holiday on the beach, try scuba diving, or go hiking, there’s something for everyone. A place rich in nightlife or with culturally significant sites, or both, the destination is definitely a matter of personal taste and preference.

Transportation

In the last few years, airline tickets are increasingly bought online, primarily because you do not have to book your trip months in advance to get a discount on your ticket. This way you can search for all types of flights and find the one that suits you best.

Here are some of the best air travel apps that will help you get the most out of your flying voyage.

Momondo – Travel search is categorized into three main groups: the cheapest trips, the fastest trips, and the best offer (this option is a combination of low price and prompt arrival).

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iOS

Android

Kayak – This application has simple filters that allow you to quickly and easily find cheap flights. As a user through the application, you can find out about certain changes at a particular airport, track the flight and turn on the option to receive notifications when there is any change in prices.

Kayak offers the possibility to book your flight through this application without the need to redirect to the home sites of airlines.

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iOS 

Android

Skiplagged – is an application that, in addition to finding cheap flights, is designed to find exclusive flights at the lowest prices, so it has saved some users several hundred dollars. In addition, it can inform you about current destinations and exclusively cheap offers. All you need is patience to get to your ideal combination.

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iOS

Android

LoungeBuddy – offers access to premium airport lines for only $25 that you can book just a day in advance. The app also tells you which lineages you can access for free based on the credit cards you own.

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iOS

Road app

BlaBlaCar – is a good replacement for longer routes, where comfort should come first. The application offers a list of all drivers and the price for the route you specify. All you have to do is provide the exact departure address to the selected driver.

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iOS

Android

Accommodation

Airbnb  – In recent years, Airbnb is very popular because you can book accommodation at any time just to your liking. In addition to bungalows on beaches worldwide, you can choose accommodation onboard at sea. In agreement with the group, you can set sail and wake up every time gazing upon a different beach.

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iOS

Android

Booking – is an application that offers us a wide range of offers of various types of accommodation at affordable prices.

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iOS

Android

HotelTonight – is a great application for booking hotel rooms at the last minute or a few months in advance. Some agencies give discounts if you contact them to book the room via phone and the chances are that you will get a discount on some more luxurious rooms.

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iOS

Android

Packing

A major stress activator for many is packing. Packing can cause a lot of stress, and that is usually because you don’t know what to take or you’re afraid of forgetting something. Packing Pro is here to help. The app suggests things to take with you depending on where you’re going, and you also have the option to keep track of all the things you’ve packed and check and update the list at any time.

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iOS

Budget

If you always seem to spend more than what you intended to while on holiday, there’s an app that can help you. If you want to know your spending at any time, the 1Money application is great for situations like this. You have the option to enter the amount you spent and on which categories, so at the end of the day, you have a complete insight into what your money has gone to.

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Android

Fun

Fun and entertainment are also the reasons why you go on vacation. The content varies from place to place, and the offer is humongous, but with the DayPass app you will be able to find the most attractive swimming pools, spas, fitness clubs, restaurants, cafes, and more in more than 500 hotels Worldwide.

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iOS

Android

In addition to this application, there is also GetMyBoat, where you can rent more than 100,000 boats in more than 184 countries worldwide if you find yourself by a river, sea, or lake.

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iOS

Android

Another app worth checking out is Travelzoo which offers discounts on hotels, restaurants, spas, and activities, saving up to 65% across America, Europe, Canada, Australia, and Asia.

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Android

Where do you want to go on your next trip? Share your plans in the comment section!

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