Whether you are heading overseas or staying closer to home,
there are literally thousands of apps that can help you make the most of your
summer break. Here are just a few suggestions to get you started. Just make
sure you stay on top of your data plan and don’t incur any unforeseen charges!
Be sure to click on the app to find it in the iTunes store!
An
enjoyable vacation starts with a well-organized suitcase and Packing Pro will make sure
you have everything you need. Whether it’s bathing suits, batteries or baby
wipes, Packing Pro will make sure nothing gets left behind. Make your own list
or use one of Packing Pro’s suggestions. Plus, with the new iCloud support,
your lists can be accessed from any connected device, so you can add or delete
items whenever you want. You can also edit your lists with Excel, Numbers, or
Google Docs.
Platform: iPhone, iPad
Cost: $2.99
Wi-Fi Finder
Whether
you are looking to catch up on some work, surf the web, or just check e-mail, Wi-Fi
Finder has you covered. It uses your phone’s GPS to find a wireless
connection point, and then gives you precise directions on how to get there.
It’s great for travel, with over 650,000 locations in 144 countries, making
sure that you can minimize those costly data charges. You can even filter by
location type – restaurant, café, hotel, etc.Platform: iPhone, iPad, Android
Cost: Free
Pocket
Have
you ever been stuck in an airport or on a plane without anything to read? The Pocket
app (formerly Read It Later) allows you capture articles on the web and sync
them to your phone or tablet for reading later, even without an Internet
connection. You can Pocket pretty much anything that appears on the Web,
including text, photos and videos. Once the content is saved, it can be
accessed from virtually any device, including your computer.
Platform: iPhone, iPad, Android
Cost: Free
Cost: Free
iSunBurn
Don’t
be fooled by those clouds. Download the iSunBurn app and get the UV
Index forecast for wherever you happen to be. iSunBurn will tell you what SPF
level of sunscreen you'll need and how long it will take unprotected skin to
burn. Keep your family safe and comfortable and make sure you always take
appropriate precautions against overexposure to the sun, even when the UV Index
shows just moderate readings! Platform: iPhone
Cost: $0.99
Ski and Snow Report
One of the most popular snow sport and weather apps, the Ski & Snow Report App is back and packed with new features for the 2012-13 ski season. Ski & Snow Report will help you figure out the best place to spend your time up at the mountain. Add up to 12 resorts via GPS or pick them from a world wide list. Get push notifications when there is new snow and when vital conditions are updated such as the amount of trails open, snowfall over the last 72 hours, depth at the base and at the top, and a 5-day forecast.Platform: iPhone, iPad, iPod
Cost: Free
Swim Guide
Need a
beach? Download the Swim Guide app and you'll be able to get
directions to the closest beach, plus real-time information on water quality.
The app features over 1,800 different beaches, including lakes, traditional
oceanfront beaches, and city parks. The app includes photos and some background
information on history, geography and local culture. Use the social media and
sharing features to invite friends to join you!Platform: iPhone, iPad, Android
Cost: Free
Oh, Ranger! ParkFinder
If exploring, backpacking, camping and hiking are on your list, then the Oh, Ranger! ParkFinder app is a must. It will tell you the best spots in the U.S. for camping, swimming, hiking, boating or bird watching. It will even show you where the nearest frisbee golf course is! No matter what park or activity you have in mind, Oh, Ranger! ParkFinder will find it for you.
Platform: iPhone, iPad, Android
Cost: Free
AroundMe
Whether
you are looking for something specific or you just want to know what’s in the
area, AroundMe is the quickest and simplest way to find
out information about your surroundings. Using your smartphone’s built-in GPS
technology, AroundMe can pinpoint and direct you to the nearest gas station,
bank, hotel, movie theater, restaurant, supermarket or anything else you need.
Every listing is located on a map, with easy directions on how to get there.
Platform: iPhone, iPad, Android
Cost: Free
Google Translate
The
amazing Google Translate app can instantly translate
words and phrases between more than 60 languages. In many cases, you can just
speak your phrases and have the translation spoken aloud back at you or the
people you are with. You can pre-record and store previous translations for use
when you are off line, or use many of the app’s standard phrases. There is even
a full screen text mode for extended conversations. A must-have app for any
traveler.Platform: iPhone, iPad, Android
Cost: Free
All information from this blog post is from The Online Mom blog.
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