Their mobile app searches millions of flights from thousands of sources and then gives you the best options available. Skyscanner is my go-to website for finding cheap flights (they also offer hotels and car rentals too). In short, it’s a must-download app for backpackers and solo travelers. You can join a group chat for the hostel and connect with travelers to make plans before you arrive. You can also use the app to see who else is staying at the hostel.

There’s also a map so you can see where the hostels are located relative to one another as well as the destination’s main attractions. You can look at photos, read reviews, and compare amenities and facilities so you know exactly what you’re booking. The Hostelworld app is the biggest and best place to find hostels around the world. If you’re a budget traveler, chances are you’ll be staying in hostels during your trip. And if you don’t have status, you can book lounge access directly through the app. It makes even the longest layover tolerable so you can relax and enjoy your travels.

After entering your credit card, airline status, and lounge memberships, the app tells you which lounges you can access at any given airport. LoungeBuddy takes the pain out of the process. The only places that offer any respite are the lounges - but travelers usually need to have status or pay for access to enjoy them. I’ve flown on hundreds of budget flights with long layovers and terrible connections, so dirty seats, expensive Wi-Fi, and bad food are a regular part of my life. I’ve used them a bunch and always have a great time! 2. Whether you’re in the planning stages and looking for things to fill out your upcoming itinerary or you’re already in a new country and want something to do later that day, GetYourGuide can help. You can compare prices, read reviews, and learn about each activity before you book using their app (or their website). From whale watching and food tours to hiking trips and vineyard visits, they have a huge variety of activities in destinations all around the globe. GetYourGuide is an online marketplace for all kinds of tours and excursions.

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