BEST TRAVEL APPS FOR TOURISTS IN THE PHILIPPINES

Make your travel bucket lists happen this year! Don’t hold back and no excuses are required. We will guide you on how to create a wonderful experience in Asia’s pearl of the Orient, the Philippines. We will also provide you with tips including the best travel apps in the Philippines that are handier than you can imagine.

THE BEAUTIFUL ISLAND OF THE PHILIPPINES

Known for its breathtaking and dazzling islands comprising 7,100, a lot of tourists all over the world probably added this country to their wish lists. From Luzon, you can grasp different historical scenes like Intramuros, Fort Santiago, the National Museum of Arts, Casa Manila, and other old churches in the area. You can also visit the 8th Wonder of the Modern World where ancestors of Ifugao built for over 2,000 years, the Banaue Rice Terraces.

Be amazed by the mesmerizing landmarks of the Visayas including Boracay Island, Magellan’s Cross, Chocolate Hills, Hinagdanan Cave, and many more. And lastly, don’t forget to be captivated by the different islands in Mindanao. You may visit famous islands like Siargao, White Island, Camiguin, and Aliwagwag Falls.

 

But before witnessing one of the gems in Asia, you must plan before, during, and after your travel to the country. With that, here are interesting yet useful applications you can use to make your travel in the Philippines easier.

10 BEST TRAVEL APPS IN THE PHILIPPINES

1. Klook

Book hotels, tours, and even transportation with just one app. With Klook, you can enjoy different tourists across the country at an affordable price. Klook also offers exclusive deals for first-time users of 5% with a maximum discount of P560 ($10). They also have value packs in which more than 1000 activities are covered. Aside from affordable packages and deals, the app is also user-friendly. Try it out now!

2. Airbnb

The second useful and best travel app in the Philippines is Airbnb. With this app, you can choose highly recommended hotels and rooms to stay in with your family. The good thing is you can see what the hotel offers like view, Wi-Fi, and different access. You can also see the reviews of other travelers. But aside from hotels, you can also book pools, beachfront, camping venues, and even camper vans.

3. Visit A City

Want to enjoy Manila without limit? Try it with the Visit A City app, your ultimate travel companion. Enjoy up-to-date travel information, purchase tours and tickets, smart nearby information, and even offline maps. You can also book Manila Food Tour which you can taste interesting Filipino street foods. Other activities are available on the app.

4. Currency Converter Pony Mobile

In your travels, a currency converter app is also essential, especially during your trip. Download Currency Converter powered by Pony Mobile, available on Google Play and Apple App Store. You can convert money even offline! You can convert GBP, USD, EUR, RUB, CNY, PHP, and many more.

5. LAHAT FOOD

Travel isn’t fun without tasting delectable Filipino foods. But I know how your plan is only limited in time and trying all-time favorite dishes in a day isn’t enough. With that, here’s a hack to do that. Try the best of Filipino cuisines and street food even in your booked hotel using the LAHAT FOOD app.

With this app, you can choose Filipino, Korean, American, and even local gifts and souvenirs that can be delivered wherever you are. Download the app today on Google Play and Apple App Store; receive P100 LAHAT POINTS which you can use to discount your order. The best on this app? You can support new and hidden authentic restaurants available in Metro Manila. Make your travel in the Philippines more unforgettable with LAHAT!

6. Google Maps

Aside from currency converter, a map is also important during your travels as it will serve as your guide. Download Google Maps to discover new places and navigate easily. Real-time traffic updates, live public transport updates, blogs, and recommended places are also available. You can also use it offline!

7. Grab

Aside from UBER, the most useful transportation app in the Philippines is Grab, used by many Filipinos with local drivers. You may also send packages and gifts with this app. Cash and online payment are also available.

8. Angkas

Angkas 필리핀 배달 LAHAT FOOD

Part of travelling is enduring the traffic on the road, especially during holiday or rush hour. That is why Angkas app is so convenient to a lot of travelers. Go to your destination easily and fast with fare rates.

9. Microsoft Translator

When it comes to going to a foreign country, most of the time the difference in language becomes a barrier. But you don’t need to be scared as you can use a translator application like Microsoft Translator any time of the day. This app is so handy as you can translate text, voice, images, and conversations into 70+ languages. This includes Spanish, Arabic, Japanese, Korean, Dutch, Chinese, and others. Essential words, and phrases for lodging, dining, and many more are accessible on the app. You may download the app offline.

10. Drops: Learn Tagalog

The last must-have travel app for travelers which you can also use before going to the Philippines is Duolingo. Learning languages is also important in traveling abroad as you will understand the country’s rich culture, history, and even lifestyle. With Drops: Learn Tagalog app, you can learn Tagalog words every day based on your available time a day.

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