The domination of the smartphone has made it easy to book flights, hotel stays and itineraries overnight. This coming year, more applications make it convenient to compare flight ticket prices, know where to stay in airports and can estimate an "agony index" for flight duration and the hassle involved in traveling.
Traveling through multiple changing flights, stops and a multitude of difficulties are things travelers wish to avoid -- but travelers can reconsider it as long as they are prepared for the struggle. The Hipmunk app is available in both Android and iOS and its primary function is to inform travelers through an "agony index" based on data from flight duration, stops and other possible short-notice difficulties.
Travelers looking for cheap flights could see a huge comparison of flight ticket prices from millions of flights through SkyScanner. According to Toms Guide, the app filters flights based on cabin class, price, takeoff and landing periods and airline. Anyone can pick out an amazing deal while riding the taxi en-route to the airport by using SkyScanner.
A planner makes traveling abroad easier but it would not know much about the amenities the airport provides. GateGuru allows travelers to enter their itineraries and list a huge number of amenities available. It makes it easy to navigate any type of airport through airport maps and tips while staying inside the airport.
Speaking of airport stays, LoungeBuddy helps travelers find the best airport lounges in about 400 airports worldwide. Enter the trip information, the level of service expected and if travelers want to avoid or apply for certain memberships, LoungeBuddy then gives a list of locations to make airport stays a bit more friendly despite the long wait.
If it is time for any travelers' favorite activity -- eating, specifically -- Foodspotting is an Instagram-style application that is specifically for food photo sharing. According to LifeHack, travelers can learn from friends and experts where to eat best through the app, and most photos include the location of where to find the food. Upon tapping the location, travelers are redirected to their navigation app for directions to the venue.
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