Covid might be here to stay, but that shouldn't stop us from planning our adventures when it leaves. Here is a list of 9 mobile apps that will help you get by when you next plan your Eurotrip:
FREE NOW (formerly mytaxi) is Ride hailing app for booking cabs, it was formed in February 2019 from a joint venture between BMW and Daimler Mobility.
If you're familiar with Uber, you already know how Free Now works. They also are the first ride-hailing service in London to bring black cabs and private hire vehicles together on one app. They are operating in more than 100 cities in Europe , and 9 in the United Kingdom.
The company’s vision is to ‘make urban mobility better for passengers, drivers and communities.’ and their newly launched eScooters is a testament to that. eScooters allow you to move around the streets of London without any negative environmental impact. Ride Guilt-free!
Omio is a booking platform that helps Travelers from all over the world explore Europe (Among other countries like the USA and Canada). It allows travelers compare and decide on different source of commute-like Buses, trains, flights and even ferries. Omio Boasts its Book on the go feature which allows quick seamless bookings for Tourists and natives alike.
Omio saves your Time and money with getting the option to compare ticket prices. With features like Travel Safety Updates and Discount cards, Omio is a definite must have when travelling.
Flixbus is a German brand owned by FlixMobility GmbH, which also operates FlixTrain and FlixCar. They have been transforming the way millions of people travel in Europe. They boast the position of being Europe’s largest intercity bus network.
Flixbus is known for its range of options when it comes to the price of the Tickets. Giving everyone an opportunity to travel regardless of budget. Flix, under which FlixBus, FlixTrain and FlixCar operate, was established in 2013—and has been changing lives ever since.
A must have app on your phone— not only for being useful and benefit rich but also for their green buses that comply with the highest safety and environmental standards. Making them much more sustainable than other private services.
BlaBlaCar is the world's leading long distance carpooling service–a global, trusted community with more than 90 million drivers and passengers in 22 countries. The app is built around the idea to get you to “Find rides at your doorstep”
Share rides or get away in a bus. BlaBlaCar gives you liberty to decide for the weekend. BlaBlaCar’s platform for both short and long distance travel. It operates across Europe and made with travelers in mind that want to save money.
If you want interesting stories or simply save a few extra bucks—BlaBlaCar is a must have.
Bike Share Buddy is a bike renting service and is a must have app if you are a cycling enthusiast. Sometimes you want to take in your surroundings and absorb everything. Cars and buses might be a faster commute— but they won't let you turn your life a few notches down.
We said this app is for cycling enthusiasts, but even if you aren't one— It's still a great way to get by in a foreign environment.
The app is easy to use and shows the best local places to rent a bike in various cities all over the world. Perfect for travellers in europe. It's already available in 10 countries in Europe
Download: iOS
"S-Bahn" or "S-Train" is an abbreviation for the German "Stadtschnellbahn" (meaning "city rapid railway"). DB Navigator gives you real updates on trains and train car’s coach sequence.
It allows you to know when the next S-Bahn train is leaving. And the fastest way you can travel from Point A to B. Digital tickets allow you to book tickets for train, U-Bahn, tram and bus services.
Their best price finder helps you seek out the lowest price for tickets on long-distance, regional and international trains.
Eurail/Interrail Rail Planner is a Rail Planner app that makes your journey smooth and stress-free. The app is centered around giving you full freedom to sit back and search for trains and train times with their journey planner.
Another interesting highlight would be the option to add your Eurail’ train pass in the app, which takes you over 33 countries with just one one pass. Other features include booking seats in advance and exciting discounts. Making it another cheap alternative for your Eurotrip
Kamoot isn’t just a navigation app. It's also a community. If Cycling long distance sounds like a fun time— you will be delighted by the amount of community knowledge and recommendations that bring your crazy adventures to life.
Komoot is also for Hikers and mountain biking connoisseurs. Lastly you can track your rides with GPS and tag photos. Create highlights and tips and build your very own personal adventure log with your most memorable experiences.
The Outdooractive App is for adventure seekers like you. If the word “Hiking” triggers something wild in you. Outdooractive acts as a perfect companion for your cycling, mountaineering and other outdoor activities. The app is easy and intuitive to use and lets you find and plan routes around the world with ease.
When travelling in foreign lands, one thing you need is reliable and accurate information about your surroundings. This is even more important when doing outdoor activities and going places without proper cell reception. Outdooractive offline mode lets you go anywhere without limitations.
Other notable features include - Outdoor Travel Guide, Buddybeacon for your safety and Recording your tracks.