We have already compiled a long list of the best travel apps for the iPhone. So, if you wish one for your iOS device, jump over to that post. Talking about the most pleasing travel apps for watchOS, we have picked out the ones that offer you more control and are designed to take full advantage of the Apple Watch.
1. iTranslate Translator
iTranslate is the most efficient language translator I have ever used on my iOS device. It’s precisely what you would want to have while traveling abroad. The app lets you quickly translate text and websites. You can also start voice-to-voice conversations in more than 100 languages.
Choose to listen to translation in a male or female voice. There is also an option to switch between different dialects. Even better, the iTranslate features a convenient dictionary with synonyms and different meanings to help you quickly understand any word.
Price: Free
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2. Hotwire: Last Minute Hotels
Since the advent of online ticket booking, travelers have enjoyed last-minute bookings of their trips. Hotel booking is one of the biggest challenges for any traveler as hotel tariffs are likely to change at any moment. In peak season, hoteliers charge exorbitantly from the guests; with Hotwire, you can enjoy cheap and easy bookings for hotels, select the best deals on hotels, 40k cities covered, easy booking by following simple steps and more.
Apart from hotel booking, the app helps you book cars from major brands. Its smart search option helps you find cars at airports, cities, and locations close to you. On your Apple Watch, Hotwire features include short & long view formats, rental car pick-up hotel check-in reminders, car return and refuel reminders. Trip details including car and hotel details and itinerary view with maps and active and past trip summaries.
Price: Free
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3. Babbel – Language Learning
Knowledge of the local language can greatly benefit globetrotters, who frequently go to places just for fun or as part of their job/business. An app like Babbel on your Apple Watch can help you speak or at least understand the language of native speakers. The App is equipped with international languages like Spanish, French, German, English, Italian, Russian, Brazilian Portuguese, Swedish, Turkish, Polish, Dutch, Indonesian, Danish, and Norwegian. Babbel can help important junctions like airports, railway stations, restaurants, bars, café shops, taxi stands, etc., where instructions are written in local languages.
You can easily decipher sign boards & manuals with the help of Babbel. With this latest version of Babbel, you can discover words as you go about your day, visit your favorite locations to add new words to your dictionary, enrich your vocabulary while roaming around the world, and learn more while you explore more.
Price: Free
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4. Xe Currency & Money Transfers
This one is known as the finest currency converter app for iOS. XE Currency works pretty fast in letting you convert currency. The app offers live exchange rates and charts. It allows you to set an XE rate alert to help you track your favorite currencies.
The app automatically stores your last updated exchange rates to let you access them offline. It lets you monitor up to 10 currencies simultaneously and supports multiple languages like English, Arabic, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Portuguese, Simplified Chinese, Spanish, Swedish and Traditional Chinese. If you wish to use this App without any restriction, upgrade to the App’s pro version.
Price: Free
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5. App in the Air
After booking your flight tickets, stay updated with every detail related to your flight; this App in the Air works as your flying assistant giving real-time status, airport tips, and in-airport navigation maps, flight profiles, etc.
Additionally, this app also works offline and sends you SMS on gate changes and flight status updates without roaming charges. In the flight, keep yourself healthy by following in-flight courses, explore the landmarks you are flying over and stay on top of the world with Apple Watch revolutionary Glances and Force Touch.
Price: Free
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6. Cleartrip
Cleartrip is fast becoming a boon for travelers. Search national and international flights, compare their price, and quickly find the one that suits your budget. The app lets you choose from multiple payment options like credit cards, debit cards, net banking, and popular wallets. You can also reschedule or cancel your flight right from the app.
With the support of more than 15,000 cities, it lets you find out the best deals on hotels and restaurants. Check out the stars and read reviews to know more about the hotels. What’s more, Cleartrip also helps you discover the much-awaited events in your city as well.
Price: Free
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7. Foursquare City Guide
Traveling is not just about visiting new places; eating, drinking & shopping is also part of your trip. So once you reach your favorite destination, you would certainly like to know the best food joints, bars, or shopping centers in and around the city.
Foursquare on your Apple Watch gives useful information a traveler needs; for example, if you are in Paris, the app will show you the best places to visit in the city, food alleys, what the city is known for, what is the best delicacy served in which restaurant and more. All you need to do is tell this app what you want or like; be specific in your instructions. If you are looking for “craft beer” or “fried chicken,” feed the keyword and get the relevant information; the app also delivers general info like “outdoor seating” or “romantic places.”
Price: Free
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8. Citymapper: All Your Transit
Citymapper is the best App for urban transit for any traveler who prefers to travel alone. This App now supports your Apple Watch. Therefore, the App can become your digital guide on your wrist. NYT has hailed the App as the best travel app introduced in New York City.
Touted as people’s favorite transit app, Citymapper has received thousands of 5-star reviews from genuine users. The App skillfully guides you through winding streets and the complicated topography of the city. Being a single traveler, you can also plan your A to B trip with real-time info on all transit modes. In their bid to improve the App, Citymapper is available with Uber integration. While using this App, please ensure that your GPS/location is enabled as the App works on internet data.
Price: Free
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9. Alarm.com
Though this is not a typical travel app, we have listed it on this blog for some savvy travelers concerned about their home security. Imagine this: you are lazing around with your family on a beautiful beach, and all of a sudden, you remember that you forgot to turn off a lamp in the garage back home.
With some hesitation and embarrassment, you probably would dial your neighbor to do a favor if they have got the key to your house, never in the future. Get alarm.com on your Apple Watch, and you can keep an eye on your house from wherever you are. On your Apple Watch Glances, you can easily see what is happening at your home, and through the app, you can control your virtual devices and even view live video from your home.
This App ‘s remote features are:
- Enable and disable your security panel.
- Watch recorded clips from your security cameras.
- Turn on or off lights.
- Set the ideal temperature.
- Lock or unlock doors.
- View images of important activity captured by Alarm.com image sensors and more.
Price: Free
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That’s all!
What’s your favorite?
So, take full advantage of these apps to make your trip memorable. Which one have you chosen as your travel partner? Do let us know your feedback about the app that has impressed you the most.
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