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Currency exchange can be very confusing especially if you are
visiting a country for the first time. The XE currency conversion
website is so popular that the app version has also become the
most preferred app for frequent travellers, with over 20 million
downloads since it first launched. On top of the simple fact that the
app is able to convert every world currency, it also comes with a
lot of business-oriented features such as rates for precious metals
and historic currency charts. XE also functions offline by saving the
last updated rates, which is great if you are in a place with limited
connectivity or trying to save on data.
(Free, for iOS and Android)
Trying to stay in shape on vacation? Walk-
JogRun offers you a huge selection of the
safest running routes in more than 1.6 million
cities worldwide. Take advantage of the most
accurate iPhone GPS and discover new routes
while exercising without injury. You can even
check out the training programmes available
for everyone, from beginners to advanced
walkers and runners.
(US$4.99; for iOs)
This app features downloadable maps and guides to
over 7,000 destinations around the world. City-
Maps2Go is just what travellers without internet
connection need as all of the maps can be pre-
loaded onto the phone. If you are feeling adventur-
ous, the app also features articles and suggestions
for destinations.
(Free, for iOS and Android)
The app features a basic phrasebook in over 13 languages. The
vocabulary is fairly basic but who need to know more than ask-
ing for directions, ordering food and polite greetings anyway?
Bravolol will pronounce phrases and offer phonetic spelling,
which is great for languages that you are not at all familiar with
or feature different alphabets. The best part about this app is it
does not require internet connection.
(Free, for iOS and Android)
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