5 Travel Hacks You Should Know About
Sometimes, travelling can cause a bit of panic but we’re hoping that, with these hacks, you can have a lighter, more carefree experience.
1. SkyScanner – Book Your Flights On The Go!
We think this is one of the best travel hacks. Imagine that you want to take an off-the-cuff trip to Australia to soak up some rays? Find the best possible deals for flights on-the-go using the SkyScanner app.
SkyScanner works alongside some of the biggest names in travel to give you all the options you need to plan and book your flights, hotels and even cars for that perfect trip. With 100 million people relying on the app across the world, it’s already proven itself many times over. It can be really difficult to find cheap flights and accommodation, but if you use this super travel hack, you’ll be heading out to the land of the kangaroo quicker than you can say “Sheila!”.
2. MacBook Cases – Velvet Caviar Case for the 13” MacBook Pro Thunderbolt
This super cool Velvet Caviar Macbook case has been developed and designed to personalise and protect your Mac from scrapes and impact – something that could occur when travelling. The case fits the MacBook like a glove and even provides ventilation to ensure that any heat is released and therefore doesn’t cause any damage to the device. Not just any case will offer such protection and security; this particular MacBook case is super robust and durable as it’s made from a material called Bayer Makrolon polycarbonate – a truly sturdy material that is also incredibly lightweight. The exterior has then been given an overlay of Woolenex, a high-quality, super robust polyester-based fabric which boasts abrasion-resistant properties and also repels moisture, mildew and chemicals.
Moreover, it actually feels like cotton to the touch. You can’t do without this fabulous MacBook case, and it’s even airport security friendly. This is a fabulous travel hack!
3. Own Personal AI Tour Guide
We’re massively impressed with our decision for the number 3 position.
Have you ever had problems finding a really good tour guide? Perhaps you know that tour guides can be ridiculously expensive? Or maybe you just want to avoid being led around by another person, and would prefer to explore the country by yourself without any other human intervention? Then this fantastic travel hack has definitely been designed with you in mind!
You simply have to install Google Goggles onto your mobile and take a few photos as you go through your tour. Every time you take a photograph of a famous monument or place, your phone will provide you with a wealth of interesting information about the subject matter. How cool is that? You get to have your very own private local expert with you on tap – but it’s also easy to switch it off when you need a break.
4. LifeStraw – Making Contaminated Water Safe to Drink
This particular hack has really got us talking. The rather ingenious LifeStraw turns contaminated water into safe drinking water – anywhere in the world! This means that you don’t have to be concerned about the quality of the water in whichever part of the globe you may be, as this green-minded lifestyle changer is basically a convenient little filter.
On top of that, with every product sold, the company makes sure that a child in need will be able to have access to safe water for an entire school year. So we think this sustainable, green, ethical travel hack is a real must-have!
5. Be Sure to Have Viber, WhatsApp and Skype!
We’re assuming you’ve heard about all those fabulous apps available for your mobile phone. Apps that let you telephone, video call, text and message all your friends and loved ones absolutely free of charge? Viber, for example, allows you to make free calls, send text messages and even post images over the internet. WhatsApp lets you send instant text message. Both of these apps are free to download but they can make your travelling life that much easier!
It pays to be prepared and make sure you’ve downloaded them before you head off on your travels. That way you can be sure you can stay in touch with those who matter the most, for absolutely no cost!
Now, before you head on your next adventure, you have some hacks to put in place!
