The right tech tools can make your trip smoother—from planning and packing to protecting your data and finding the best local deals.

Here’s how to travel smarter—with more enjoyment and fewer headaches.

 

1. Streamlining Logistics

Managing flights, rental cars, dinner reservations, and how to get to that private beach you read about online can get overwhelming fast. Luckily, a few well-chosen apps can bring order to the chaos.

  • For road trips:
    Heading out on vacation? Roadtrippers to map out your route with over 20 stops per trip—far more than what Google Maps allows. You can even plan your itinerary in advance and save it in the app.
  • For travel organization:
    Skip the email search marathon. Apps like TripIt and TripCase automatically gather your travel confirmations and compile them into one easy-to-access itinerary.
  • For price tracking:
    Stop manually refreshing flight pages. Hopper helps you predict when to book flights, hotels, and car rentals to get the best deals. For buses and trains, Wanderu compares prices across providers.
  • For accommodations:
    While you might see discount offers from lesser-known platforms, it’s safer to stick with trusted names like Vrbo or Airbnb. Always keep communications and payments within the platform to stay protected if something goes wrong.
  • For local experiences:
    Travelzoo curates discounts on everything from spa services to restaurants, based on your location.

 

2. Simplifying Packing

Overpacking, forgetting key items, or losing luggage can put a damper on your trip. The right tech can help you avoid all three.

  • Use a digital packing assistant:
    PackPoint creates personalized packing lists based on your destination, planned activities, and trip length.
  • Track your bags:
    If you’re checking luggage, trackers like Apple AirTag or eufy can help you know where your bags are—even if the airline doesn’t.
  • Prevent pickpocketing and loss:
    In busy or tourist-heavy areas, a phone lanyard can keep your device secure and within easy reach. And an RFID-blocking wallet adds a layer of protection against electronic theft of your credit cards and passport.

 

3. Boosting Security

Public Wi-Fi may be convenient, but it’s also a hotspot for cyber threats. According to All About Cookies, one in five people has experienced a security issue from using it.

Before your trip:

  • Update your devices and apps to patch security vulnerabilities.
  • Turn on multifactor authentication for your most important accounts.
  • Use a VPN (Virtual Private Network) to encrypt your data when using public networks.

A little digital protection goes a long way in ensuring your vacation memories aren’t tainted by identity theft or data loss.

 

Travelling for Business or Working Remotely?

Want to learn more about how to ensure that yourself or your team can travel for work securely? From creating advisories to offering leading solutions, support, and tools, our team is here to help. If you want a copy of some of our key advice for business travel, don’t hesitate to get in touch!