In recent years, the programs that were introduced to the market under the name of travel application, provided travelers with a comprehensive platform for registering ticket requests, routing in new cities, currency conversion, packing training and even travel guides. These programs cover everything the traveler needs before and during the trip. In the following article, you will get to know some popular applications and the features of each.
The best ticketing apps
Some examples of the best domestic and foreign bus ticketing apps are:
Internal apps
First of all, we suggest you buy your ticket online. There are several popular domestic bus booking apps, each of which can meet your needs for convenient online shopping. You can access these applications by searching on Google. Examining the advantages and disadvantages of each of these applications requires a separate opportunity.
External apps
1. Kayak application Kayak)
The first external platform that we mention is a versatile search program that does not have the possibility of registering a reservation request directly; But it redirects travelers to websites that offer transportation or accommodation services. Hotel reservations, car rentals, plane tickets, trains, and of course buses are possible through this application and cover many travel experiences. It even provides the possibility to view the itinerary offline, which is extremely useful during the trip.
2. Wandro app (Wanderu)
If you are looking for a platform to compare and book bus tickets conveniently and easily, Vandro is one of the options you should definitely consider. This application provides the possibility of buying bus and train tickets as easily as requesting plane tickets. In fact, it was first introduced to the market with the sole purpose of providing land travel services by bus and train, and this is what differentiates it from its competitors; But in the new updates, the possibility of renting a car and booking a hotel is also included in this practical app. Passengers can use this program to buy bus tickets for Amtrak, Megabus, BoltBus and other famous companies in the world.
3. Felix Bass application (FlixBus)
FlixBus is another good ground bus travel app based in Germany that offers transportation throughout Europe and the United States. Passengers can browse routes, buy tickets and access their travel details using this app. They can even pay less for travel with special discounts or coupons and receive text alerts for bus or route changes.
One of the interesting features of FlixBus is the design of a special section for registering lost or found objects on the bus. It also provides real-time bus tracking, which is currently only available through the app’s website.
4. Omio app (Omio)
The Omio app, formerly known as GoEuro, is another useful tool for ground travel by bus, especially across Europe. Of course, it is also possible to book train and plane tickets. Omio allows passengers to enter their discount card information directly in the app and include the discount on the ticket price when buying bus tickets from different companies. Of course, these discount cards are currently considered mainly for rail travel within Europe.
As a ticket application, the services of all bus transport operators are listed in this application and passengers can choose from them at their discretion. For example, if you search for bus travel status between Madrid and Barcelona in this app, you will see results for Alsa, the largest Spanish bus company.
5. Rome to Rio application (Rome2Rio)
This bus transportation program provides travel information in 160 countries in cooperation with more than 3 thousand bus companies in the world (and of course airlines, rail transport, ships and car rental companies). Passengers can view the available bus routes and itineraries by entering the origin and destination of the trip and purchase tickets by checking the prices and conditions of different companies.
Some of the interesting features of this app include recording a trip with multiple stops, saving the itinerary for the future, sharing trip details via email and social media, and displaying a detailed trip map.
The best travel planner apps
Traveling without a plan is pointless and boring. Some of the best travel planner programs can be mentioned:
1. TripIT application (TripIt)
The TripIt app stores all travel documents, including confirmation slips, itinerary, tickets, hotel reservation information, car rental, ferry ticket purchase and driving directions, and travelers can set up their reservations to automatically Register in this program. One of the interesting features of App Trip IT is the ability to share travel plans with friends and acquaintances!
2. Roadtrippers application
Apart from bus travelers, Road Tripper is suitable for those who want to have an ideal road trip and need to plan their route. On the other hand, it also provides the possibility of booking hotels and recreational activities of the destination. Therefore, if you are traveling to a region for the first time and do not know much about the city’s attractions, sights and first-class restaurants, we recommend this popular planner app.
It goes without saying that Iranian travel planner applications are also designed for travel, which you can refer to to use the Persian user interface.
Some apps for easier travel
After buying the bus ticket and arranging the itinerary, you need programs that
1. Google Translate application
Bus travel is generally related to intercity transfers and there is no need to worry about changing the language, but if you want to travel by bus to Turkey or neighboring countries, the translator application is one of the most important tools you should have with you. One of the features of Google Translate is the translation of 100 living languages of the world, translation of images, bilingual conversations and even handwritten texts.
2. Music and meditation application (Calm)
A good solution to escape from the constant crowding of the bus space is to use meditation apps to relax, meditate and listen to relaxing music. The pleasant sounds of the Calm program take the traveler’s mind away from the hustle and bustle and take them to a deep state that does not understand the passage of time. It is even possible to access self-awareness meditation, relieve anxiety, regulate breathing, reduce stress and happiness.
If you are looking for listenable music or stories for adults and children to concentrate, relax and even sleep more easily at your travel destination, we recommend this practical application. If you are looking for audio series, book summaries, podcasts and other Iranian audio content, install Nabar or Shenuto app before your trip.
3. Netflix movie application
The Netflix app is not travel specific but can be used for entertainment during the bus journey or at the destination. All you have to do is access stable and high-speed internet or download the movies you want before your trip. Iranian examples of this widely used program are readily available.
4. Reader applications
Thousands of digital books in various subject categories are available and available in the treasure trove of book reader apps. If you are fond of reading books, one of the hobbies that shortens your journey and doubles the pleasure of the trip is reading. Reader programs are very popular and they are both fortune telling and tamasha for your trip.
last word
From the moment we decide to take a bus trip to the time we return home, apps take the hassle out of many stages of the journey. The biggest expectation of travelers from these programs is booking bus tickets and checking routes, but using them for entertainment along the way, better travel planning, comfortable sleep and more relaxation is not without grace.
What experience do you have in using these applications? Please share your opinion with us.
