The 10 Best iPad Apps for Travel
June 16, 2010
The new Apple iPad is thin and lightweight enough for travelers to take with them to almost any destination. And with so many travel applications, travelers can pack the portable devices full of relevant local information. Here are the top 10 best iPad apps for the connected traveler. (Don't have an iPad yet? Enter the Travel Insurance Services 2010 Apple iPad Giveaway.)
1. 1,000 Ultimate Experiences
Inspired by the LonelyPlanet book, this iPad application offers a graphical narration of many popular travel destinations.
Price: $3.99 (iTunes link)
2. Kayak Flights
Quickly search, compare prices, and book your next travel destination with this app. The Kayak Flights app is clean, intuitive, and easy to use.
Price: Free (iTunes link)
Submaps HD
In a foreign city and looking to use their subway system? Submaps HD will help you navigate and get to your proper destination.
Price: $0.99 (iTunes link)
FlightTrack - Live Flight Status
Track flight information with real time updates. You can also check gate numbers, flight delays, and flight cancellations with this nifty app.
Price: $4.99 (iTunes link)
FlightTrack Pro
Get push alerts, real-time flight itinerary updates, automatic synchronizing, and zoom able maps that work offline. Find alternative flights if your flight has been canceled.
Price: $9.99 (iTunes link)
AccuWeather
Nice graphics with all the weather data you need for your travels. Get details on current weather conditions, 15-day forecast, and hourly weather details.
Price: Free version and paid for $0.99 (iTunes link)
World Atlas HD
Put the world atlas in the palm on your hands with this National Geographic World Atlas iPad application.
Price: $1.99 (iTunes link)
The World Clock
Use this application as a clock or an interactive time zone converter.
Price: $0.99 (iTunes link)
GlobeConvert Pro
Simple converter when you travel for converting currency, weight, length, and many other units.
Price: $0.99 (iTunes link)
Urbanspoon
Urbanspoon shows you all the restaurants in a city. For the traveler who can't decide where to eat.
Price: Free (iTunes link)
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1,000 Ultimate Experiences - great app, since I do a lot of travelling I use it all the time
Posted by: Cheap Car Hire | October 24, 2010 at 10:04 AM
Thanks for these apps. I have a new iPad and I am currently hunting for apps that will personalize my gadget. I will consider these apps.
Posted by: electronics online | February 17, 2012 at 12:14 AM
These will come in really handy especially for the backpacker travelers. They usually figure out directions for themselves.
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