{"id":54587,"date":"2018-11-15T17:19:16","date_gmt":"2018-11-15T21:19:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/?p=54587"},"modified":"2026-02-27T12:41:09","modified_gmt":"2026-02-27T18:41:09","slug":"best-travel-apps","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/2018\/11\/15\/best-travel-apps\/","title":{"rendered":"Getting Ready for a Trip? Check Out the Best Travel Apps"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2>The Best Travel Apps Make Travelling Easier!<\/h2>\n<p>Technology has improved and made life easier in many ways, including the availability of great apps for the traveler. Smoothing out airport wrinkles is a tremendous help for both the business traveler and the vacationer. The best travel apps let you know what airports are experiencing delays, a list of TSA rules, dining, and many more benefits whether you are traveling in the country or abroad.<!--more--><\/p>\n<p>At <a href=\"https:\/\/cruiseexperts.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">CruiseExperts.com<\/a>, we know that many cruise vacations require a plane flight to get to the point of your departure. We are also aware of the unexpected weather delays and other general problems that can interfere with your flight. Making it easy to enjoy your cruise vacation is just one of the things we do, and we want you to be aware of these five great apps for travel to help you reach your destination with as little difficulty as possible.<\/p>\n<h3>My TSA<\/h3>\n<p>This is one of the best airports apps there is and, we believe everyone should have it. This app provides 24\/7 access to frequently requested information plus real-time operating status from the Federal Aviation Administration. You can quickly find what items are allowed in carry on and what ones need to be in your checked baggage.<\/p>\n<p>Check approximate wait times at TSA checkpoints, and find tips on packing to help you get through security smoothly. Discover which airports support TSA PreCheck\u00ae, and how to apply for it.\u00a0 Airport delays and their expected length are listed as are the weather conditions at every U.S. airport. You&#8217;ll also find extended weather forecasts. This app has everything the traveler needs and has received numerous awards.<\/p>\n<h3>Loungebuddy<\/h3>\n<p>Loungebuddy finds you an oasis in the airport landscape. Lounges are the best place to relax before and after a trip, when the airport is crowded, and during delays. Lounges provide comfortable seating, high-speed WiFi, good food, coffee, and wine\/alcoholic beverages.<\/p>\n<p>There are lounges that provide showers and private sleeping rooms. Where are they, and how do you find them? This is definitely one of the best travel apps you can get. The Loungebuddy app has them listed for airports all around the world. It explains how to get access through frequent flyer miles, single time purchase, premium credit card benefits, and yearly purchased memberships. This is an app you will appreciate over and over again.<\/p>\n<h3>FLIO<\/h3>\n<p>Many reviews say FLIO is one of the best airport apps, and some claim it is the most used airport app. There are tons of reasons you need this app. FLIO is an official partner with over 300 airports and has content for over 3,000 more. Book lounges, parking spaces, and track flights in real-time. Interactive maps help you find your departure gate, and there are discounts for airport restaurants, cafes, and shops.<\/p>\n<p>You also have access to airport maps to help you get around easier and quickly, flight tracker with real-time arrival and departure, booking for over 350 lounges and other great benefits. You&#8217;ll make great use of this app.<!--nextpage--><\/p>\n<h3><picture data-avif-picture=\"1\"><source type=\"image\/avif\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/best-airport-apps-200x200.avif 200w, https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/best-airport-apps-400x267.avif 400w, https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/best-airport-apps-400x267@2x.avif 800w, https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/best-airport-apps.avif 1000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\"><img data-avif-wrap=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-54590\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/best-airport-apps.jpg\" alt=\"best travel apps\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/best-airport-apps.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/best-airport-apps-400x267.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/picture><\/h3>\n<h3>SeatGuru<\/h3>\n<p>If you have an iPhone, you&#8217;ll really like the SeatGuru app. With over 50 thousand positive traveler reviews, this is definitely one of the apps for travel. You&#8217;ll find color-coded seat maps to help you book the most comfortable seats for your trip and which seats to avoid.<\/p>\n<p>Find cheap airfares by using the TripAdvisor powered flight search engine. You can easily upload photos from your flight to your Facebook account. This is a super handy app for the iPhone user.<\/p>\n<h3>CBP Mobile Passport<\/h3>\n<p>You may not have heard of Mobile Passport Control, but it is of great benefit to U.S. citizens and Canadian travelers to the U.S. because it allows them to expedite the United States entry process. This app has been authorized by the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CIPB). Eligible travelers can use it with a smartphone or tablet to enter their passport info and answer CPB inspection questions.<\/p>\n<p>The purpose of the app is to streamline the traveler&#8217;s inspection process. You can download the app for free from the Google Play Store or the Apple App Store. If you are a U.S. citizen visiting Canada or a Canadian visitor to the U.S., you&#8217;ll find this app invaluable.<\/p>\n<p>At CruiseExperts.com, we want to improve your travel experience. Call us today at <a href=\"tel:18888042784\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1.888.804.CRUISE (2784)<\/a> for assistance finding a cruise that meets your expectations and more. We&#8217;ll find the right price for your budget and help you choose the best cruise for your destination dreams. Why? Because, that&#8217;s what we do, and we do it right!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Remember to check out our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/cruiseexperts.ie\/\">Facebook page<\/a> and join our\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/innercircle.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">InnerCircle<\/a>\u00a0for exclusive offers. 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