Travel Apps

Required for All:

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EF Traveler provides student travelers with easy access to daily, detailed itinerary information from their assigned Tour Director throughout their selected itinerary.

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Flio provides detailed airport terminal information, along with real-time flight updates including delays, gate changes, boarding times, and baggage assignments.

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Flush accesses the owner's GPS to instantly locate and display the nearest public toilets, showing if they are free, open, and whether they provide disabled access.

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Maps.me provides fast, detailed, and offline maps with turn-by-turn navigation including distance and arrival time by mode of transport, to include traveling by foot.

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MPC (Mobile Passport Control) streamlines reentry into the United States by allowing travelers to submit passport information and customs declarations electronically.

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WhatsApp is a cross platform, cost effective alternative to traditional texting in that it uses any Internet connection to quickly send messages, images, audio, or video.

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Recommended for Most:

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Google Translate provides instant voice translation for more than 70 languages; downloadable translation packs are also available for additional off-line capability.

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MyTSA provides passengers with 24/7 access to the most frequently requested airport security information to include security checkpoint transit times by terminal.

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Splitwise allows users to create groups or private friendships to calculate group totals and quickly add multiple payers on a single expense – such as a lunch or taxi bill.

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Uber enables you to request a ride in more than 10,000 cities worldwide by quickly finding your location and matching you with the closest Uber driver available.

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Venmo allows users to quickly and safely send and receive money; funds not sent by Instant Transfer are generally received and made available within a few business days.

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Helpful for Some:

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HappyCow helps users discover vegetarian and vegan food options at 185,000+ restaurants, cafes, and grocery stores in more than 180 countries worldwide.

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MindShift helps users work to reduce worry, stress, and panic by applying a variety of evidence-based tools and strategies of cognitive behavioral therapy.

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PackPoint features an intuitive interface to help users pack and organize based upon destination(s), length of travel, anticipated weather, and planned activities.

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Polarsteps tracks users via GPS while traveling, allowing photos and notes to be categorized by location prior to being uploaded and shared with friends and family.

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Timeshifter enables users to alleviate the disruptive symptoms of jet lag by creating highly personalized plans based on sleep pattern, destination, and itinerary.

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Tips for Using Cell Phones in Europe:

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Coverage 

Most American service providers offer basic coverage in Europe for about $10 per day; however, the amount and speed of data will vary by carrier. Remember, if you DO NOT intend to use your phone overseas (other than while connected to Wi-Fi), ensure that you TURN OFF your device’s international roaming feature.

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SIM Card

You may purchase a SIM card which will provide service throughout most of Continental Europe; however, doing so will generate a European number, and installation may prove difficult. Purchasing an eSIM is also possible for newer devices.

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Charging

Don’t forget that you’ll need an international power adapter (preferably with a built-in USB port) in order to properly charge your device.

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