One of our favorite times of year has arrived, perfect for a classic getaway. Whether you're looking for a snow destination or because you want to visit any foreign country, the December bridge This is one of the best times to do so. We'll help you prepare your trip with the following apps to enjoy the snow and other Android apps.
Before you leave on your trip this December long weekend, you will need to choose a destination And once you've chosen, look for a hotel or apartment and a cheap flight (if you're traveling far away). Also, remember that in Spain, national holidays are usually concentrated around December 6th and 8th, which allows you to... connect with the weekend and enjoy several days of rest. With these apps, it'll be a piece of cake.
Plan your trip
Google Trips is one of the latest apps launched on Google Play for Android that allows us to obtain all the information of the site to which we are going to travel in the December bridge...or at any other time of year, and allows you to access that information offline, that is, without using your data plan. Although this service has changed over time, today you can cover those functions with Google Maps (lists and offline maps) and the Google Travel planner. Complement your planning with powerful alternatives: Maps.me to download detailed offline maps and perform offline searches; Rome2Rio If you need to combine routes and fares from flights, trains, buses, subways, ferries and carpooling on a single route; and Triposo to have city guides with points of interest and daily suggestions.
Find your hotel
Once you've chosen your destination, you'll need to find accommodation. Apps like Trivago o Booking they allow you to locate hotels, houses or apartments to pass the December bridgeIf in your haste you find that everything is booked, you can always resort to other alternatives such as Airbnb to find private homes where you can stay during these days in December. Add reviews and the comparison tool to your search. TripAdvisor to compare ratings and filter by key services such as breakfast, parking or free cancellation.
Find the cheapest flight
It is likely that with the few days that the December bridge You may have opted to search for a destination close to your city. However, many travelers take advantage of this time of year to experience how Christmas is celebrated in different countries. If you're one of them, we recommend the app SkyScanner to locate the cheaper flights that coincide with your accommodation dates. Alternatively, Kayak It helps you quickly compare multiple airlines and configure price alerts for flexible dates, which is very useful during busy holiday weekends.
Stay in touch with your family and friends
Although roaming service is on its way out in most mobile plans, if you want to stay in touch with family or friends, it's always better to get a mobile plan. Wi‑Fi connection to write via any instant messaging application or make calls or video calls through applications such as WhatsApp o Skype or WhatsappActivate Wi-Fi calling whenever possible to avoid unwanted charges and save your important conversations and travel documents to the cloud.
Our colleagues from another blog have a handy tutorial for find Wi-Fi connections of an area and check their quality, something very useful if you choose to travel abroad.
Offline maps, routes and guides
If you decide to travel through Europe or any other continent, Maps.me It allows you to download complete maps and keep details and precision without using data, and also search for streets, addresses and coordinates completely offline in North and South America, Europe, Asia, Australia and AfricaFor outdoor lovers, AllTrails offers more than Ruta 400.000 hiking, trail running, cycling, skiing, or plans with children and pets, with offline maps for areas without coverage. If you like to plan your hikes with detailed maps, ViewRanger GPS y OruxMaps They are excellent for GPX tracks, altitude profiles, and offline navigation.
Organize itineraries, lists, and expenses
Centralize everything in TripItIt compiles bookings for flights, hotels, rental cars and annual in a master itinerary that you can share with whomever you want. Plus, it notifies you of schedule changesdelays or boarding gates. To see all your plans on the map, hiking log It's ideal, especially if you're traveling by car, because it saves flights, tickets and reservations and it helps you link journeys together.
If lists are your thing, PackPoint It suggests what to bring based on destination, climate and activities so as not to forget anything. On group trips, PlanChat sends SMS and emails With the programmed information, it allows you to create travel ideas, assign Pricesresearch experiences, search for flights and hotels, invite friends and group chat even with someone who doesn't have the app. For business trips, TravelBank calculates and controls spendingIt manages receipts and allows you to track your budget, with the option to exchange savings for Gift cards.
Useful services at destination
When urgency strikes, Flush find the nearest public restroom among hundreds of thousands of options worldwide, with filters such as disabled access, key required, or fee; it also allows report bugs And it even works offline. To enjoy the local cuisine, Restaurant Finder It guides you to the best places according to your preferences and budget, helping you discover authentic flavors without straying from your route.
With these tools you'll have your December long weekend under control: optimized flights, accommodation at the best price, offline maps and your entire itinerary organized so you can dedicate your time to enjoying yourself.
