Isn’t technology amazing?! Ever evolving and changing the way we do many things – including travel. On our trip around the world, and on the many trips since, we’ve made use of new apps and gadgets for a more informed and enjoyable exploration. In this new series, we’ll be looking at a few of our favourites – introducing them to you and sharing information on what they do and how to make them work for you.

Name of app: CityMaps2Go

Description:

Design your trip with this helpful app that allows you to save all the places you’d like to visit. Create lists and have your ideas ready when you need them. Share your travel plans with your friends. Use the app online or offline – thi saves you from data roaming charges in foreign cities or connectivity problems. Enjoy worldwide coverage: CityMaps2Go covers the whole world. More than 150 countries, 60000 destinations and 50 million places.

CityMaps2Go offer detailed maps. Explore your saves on a detailed worldwide map. Navigate streets, foot paths and bikeways where you are.  You can search and discover: Search a specific place by name or browse by categories like restaurants, architecture, hotels, shops bars etc.

Where to find it:

iTunes

Google Play

Why we love it:

Plot the spots you want to hit on your next trip while you are visiting for the first time! Rely on real suggestions from people who have been there. Drop the pins and create your own tour.

Big thanks to Sandy B. who shared this app with me on our recent AMA Waterways cruise in Europe. Will you share some of your app suggestions with us too? Leave us your favourite app in the comments below so we can add it to the list.