Here are 10 of the best apps for independent travelers:
1. Luckytrip: This app plans your perfect trip based on your budget, providing suggestions for destinations, accommodations, and activities in over 300 cities.
2. Trip.com: Formerly known as Gogobot, Trip.com offers insights into things to do and places to stay in over 60,000 destinations. It tailors recommendations based on your travel preferences, saving you time on research.
3. Localeur: Get insider tips from locals in over 50 major cities worldwide. From the best clubs to hidden coffee shops, Localeur provides recommendations from a community of local tastemakers.
4. Cool Cousin: Connect with locals in 16 cities worldwide for personalized recommendations. This app provides maps, guidebooks, and direct messaging with locals for tailored advice.
5. 500px: Discover stunning photography from around the world and share your own travel snaps. With over 11 million users, 500px is a hub for photography enthusiasts.
6. National Trust/English Heritage Days Out: Explore heritage locations and natural wonders in the UK with these apps. Discover nearby attractions and plan your excursions with visitor information.
7. Time Out: From Accra to Tokyo, Time Out offers city guides with recommendations for the best places to eat, drink, shop, and explore. Discover events and get inspired for your next trip.
8. Musement: Discover interesting local experiences in over 350 destinations worldwide. Easily book events and attractions, including priority tickets, through the app.
9. Lonely Planet Trips: Explore travel experiences through the eyes of fellow travelers and share your own stories with video, photo, and text. Connect with a community of adventurers for inspiration.
10. Wander and Co: This beautifully designed app is a photo journal for adventure travelers. Track your outdoor adventures with GPS and share your stories with the app's community for future trip ideas.
Whether you're seeking spontaneous adventures or curated recommendations, these apps have you covered for your next independent travel journey.