Best Android Apps to Make the Most of your Backpacking Trip
Backpacking around the globe can be an extremely rewarding experience. From meeting people from all over the world, each with their own magical story, integrating yourself within a different culture and just seeing and discovering amazing landmarks and views, backpacking is definitely up there as a must-do thing.
Whether you’re traveling in Europe or Asia, Russia or a part of South America, it can sometimes be difficult to find help or assistance from general tourist areas who focus primarily on holiday-makers. But as long as you have a smartphone or tablet, you can happily enjoy your trip without worrying too much about the planning side of things.We’ve listed a handful of apps to help you out on your adventure, so have a look and see what works for you. And if you’re a frequent traveller and know something we’ve missed, make sure to share it with us!
Wikitude
First we have Wikitude, which is a great app that utilizes Wikipedia and user content to display an ‘augmented reality’ through the camera on your device. A very cool way to find information about landmarks.
Google Translate
Anyone who has ever travelled will know how difficult it can be if you can’t communicate with the locals in a time of need. Google Translate features voice-to-text as well as typing to get translations to help you better immerse yourself in a foreign country.
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GPS ALARM
Trying to save money on accommodation? Sleeping on public transport can save no end on expenses, but the risk of oversleeping and missing your stop is always there. With GPS Alarm you can be woken based on your location, or distance away from your final destination. A great tool for backpacking.
Real Time Tracker 2
This little gem can come in handy wherever you are. It accurately pinpoints your location and tracks your journey, leaving a blue trail from where you were to where you have gone. You can also add friends or family so they always have a rough idea where you are or if you’ve gone off track.
HERE
Here is a wonderful app that let’s you download complete maps of anywhere in the world to use offline. On top of that you can discover restaurants and shops and get traffic data for your location. A great addition for any traveller.
