Just an add on. Maybe before leaving for trip, add some Uber cash (or other rideshare for that country) to account in case there is some mix up or issue with the credit card. this buys you time to correct the issue after you get to where you need to go. Recent experience of mine.
@gochellego2
8 ай бұрын
fyi, i had uber cash on my phone and it did not work internationally and i had to use the credit cards that were linked.
@lauriestrickland1146
Жыл бұрын
We are headed to Europe for the first time since we left our duty station in Germany in 1989. It's a whole new world! I find your videos very helpful. I am not annoyed by the music and I don't think you talk to much. :)
@largelingerie
Жыл бұрын
I LOVE you guys. It’s not like asking my son, who feels it necessary to say, “Okay, Boomer…” when I ask for help. I have to answer him, “DUDE…I’m gonna be 63; it doesn’t come naturally!” So, thank you so much for explaining everything clearly, so that I’m less overwhelmed!
@jewishcoupon
Жыл бұрын
Do yourself, and your son, a favor by back-handing his oral cavity. Doing this will cure his sarcasm whilst also installing a healthy amount of fear.
@NikiHale00
Жыл бұрын
Boo on your son! It's only appropriate to say, "Okay, Boomer" to the people who are dismissive of learning something new... especially when they won't look things up to try to find information for themselves. You're here, Googling that $h!t and figuring it out-that's what it's all about! 👏🏼
@bridgetteschnider4410
Жыл бұрын
I’m not sure if this was mentioned but an agent at my cell carrier told me to always use airplane mode when using WhatsApp because if there is a drop in Wi-Fi, it may move into international calling mode so you don’t loose connection but then you get a bill by surprise later.
@Seriouslyneedtostopwatching
7 ай бұрын
I just pay $50 for one month European cell service with my carrier.
@bradd3840
Жыл бұрын
I have to add to your list. You definitely need your Global Health Insurance company app. I work for GeoBlue/BCBS Global and now, post-pandemic, I couldn't imagine seeking healthcare overseas without assistance. Many providers outside of the USA want to have guarantee of payment so you may have to hand over your credit card before you're seen. We (and others) can help avoid that by working with the providers on a direct basis. Individual trip policies are cheap. Your domestic plan might not be adequate.
@BYOU99
Жыл бұрын
Great video! Thanks for sharing❤. Citymapper worked really well during our trip in Europe. It’s more precise than google map for walking directions.
@jeannahall4200
5 ай бұрын
Thanks, lots of great tips for our upcoming 5 weeks in Eastern Europe!
@bongm6039
Жыл бұрын
Google Translate was very useful during our trip to Japan. Use the microphone feature to listen to overhead announcements and have it instantly translated to your language, especially if it may involves your transportation changes in airports or train stations.
@user-hi8rg7bl2s
Жыл бұрын
Brilliant. I hadn’t thought of it being able to do that! Ty
@KARICKTER
7 ай бұрын
Thank you so much! This is a game changer for us. Especially the use of the google maps feature
@damasovi_travels1244
Жыл бұрын
thanks for the vides!! i just saw 3 in a row!! even do I know most of it, I can now send my friends and students to look for other info! I am a new follower!!
@joanncantu7137
3 ай бұрын
Enjoyed the tips. Thank you so much you go straight to the subject no long story telling other than some good old fashion explanation.
@readingonmybreaks2523
Жыл бұрын
Just found your channel and am binging your content!! Really appreciate the direct and useful information
@timothymarchant
Жыл бұрын
Citymapper for London/UK is great for best travel directions and cheapest transport options
@svenbeckendorf8419
Жыл бұрын
Not only for London but all major cities in Europe. Google Maps is a pain in the arse when it comes to using public transport.
@brianclear363
9 ай бұрын
TFL transport for london have their own app now. handy for status updates as lines often closed for maintenance at weekends. National Rail app isnt great but warns you of issues with trains to/from airports like gatwick/ luton or stansted
@AnneMB955
Жыл бұрын
I also use TripIt. It’s free and holds our itinerary. Includes maps and amenities close by. Also the safety risk. It recognises that we’ve organised day trips and automatically adds them. We can also share this with family back home. Thx for all your great tips. Cheers from 🇦🇺
@davejohnson007
Жыл бұрын
I was going to mention Tripit as well. Very handy. 👍.🇨🇦
@morethanmeetstheeye1355
Жыл бұрын
This sounds very useful. Safety risk assessment would be great all by itself.
@AnneMB955
Жыл бұрын
TripIt also keeps record of past trips so we can remember back. There are 13 trips on mine. The free version is all I need. Have fun.
@treymerrill6993
Жыл бұрын
I drive charter buses so whether I’m on my own vacation or someone else’s TripIt is awesome. I can always go back and revisit past trips. I love the fact I can make a hotel/flight/etc reservation or buy tickets to an event and it automatically gets added to “the trip it’s supposed to go to” as soon as the email confirmation comes in.
@ilovesparky13
Жыл бұрын
I’ll have to look into that. Thank you.
@daisydix3238
Жыл бұрын
I like Moovit for public transit options in metropolitan areas (worldwide), including maps, schedules, etc
@awaytogether
Жыл бұрын
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@Steve-ls3yy
7 ай бұрын
The first time I traveled internationally, USA to Germany, was my last (20 yrs ago) because it was such a nightmare that I never wanted to do it again. I'm going one more time but this time I'm getting schooled by people like Nik and Allie and should make it less of a nightmare. Thanks
@PortableProfessional
Жыл бұрын
All of these are so essential! Love the recommendation at the end about ride sharing services. Totally different everywhere you go! 😅
@awaytogether
Жыл бұрын
Right?!? I wish we could hail tuktuks with Uber here in North America. Thanks for watching!!!
@JodyOwen-we6oo
Жыл бұрын
I travelled for decades without them just fine. And if I run out of service areas I still have the mental tools to problem solve unlike most any men under 35.
@awaytogether
Жыл бұрын
@@JodyOwen-we6oo you seem very kind.
@margokerby1533
Жыл бұрын
@@awaytogether You are a class act.
@jerrykrueger3410
Жыл бұрын
While I agree using a VPN is advisable when using a public wi-fi, a better option might to be use an e-sim with a data plan. a 1 week 5 GB plan is very cheap.
@Nikibaby74
9 ай бұрын
I looked into this and this is what I’m going to do on my trip to Paris 😊
@estyeliseev
Жыл бұрын
never heard of downloading google maps before! amazing thank you
@MuseLeathercraft
2 ай бұрын
Awesome Bro! Great tips ! Thank you so much 🎉G
@karenmoss8810
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the info! I just downloaded a bunch of your recommendations!
@JPLaughs
5 ай бұрын
little feedback I would show the most interesting apps first, about to click off when I heard google maps as the first one also curious if you have an external mic because your production looks great, but the audio sounds cam edit: the google app tips are great though. Just maybe start with I'm gonna show you stuff you DIDN'T KNOW you could do with Google Maps
@mackers8878
Жыл бұрын
Extremely informative video - I use all these apps too (yes, Grab is that helpful in SE Asia) and would also add Couchsurfing as a way to connect with locals or other travelers.
@reneeblack2783
Жыл бұрын
Very helpful. We are going on a 30 day trip to the Med/Holy Land and these and your other tips will be great! Thx!
@karinland8533
Жыл бұрын
I recomend the local public transportation app as well. For traveling in Europe for example
@AMALAY
6 ай бұрын
Awesome informative video ❤️ Thank you Bro 😎
@kimberlylee48
Жыл бұрын
Headed to Egypt in May….great info. Thanks!
@chiaraperry472
11 ай бұрын
This is an outstanding video, thank you so much. I am downloading apps as I watch. The Google Map Lists is fantastic.
@WayApp
Жыл бұрын
Thank you for the recommendations!
@SlotsNShots1
Жыл бұрын
Good Stuff, thanks! Getting ready for my trip to Europe!
@daniellesmith1269
Жыл бұрын
I’m surprised you didn’t mention the convenience of global entry since at one point in your video you talk about how you detest long waits in lines!
@brianclear363
9 ай бұрын
Flighty is a must have
@finkelisb5754
Жыл бұрын
Comprehensive list...thanks 💪✈️
@teresaharlan3894
Жыл бұрын
Very helpful video! Thank you!
@deanlgreen
Жыл бұрын
TripIt is the best travel app for me
@PavelD83
Жыл бұрын
I'd definitely add some apps to manage getting an E-SIM, which makes local data much more affordable....
@cameronshackelton3404
Жыл бұрын
Do you know who to use for this?
@amandaketron3848
10 ай бұрын
@@cameronshackelton3404airalo is one!
@707astrojet
Жыл бұрын
Extremely informative and helpful video, thank you so much!
@sararamos3903
Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for all your advice and hard to work. It has really helped. Now I’ve got to show this to my daughter so she can put all these apps on her phone. And put them online to Ha ha. Thanks a lot.
@reytravelto1205
Жыл бұрын
Thank you for the great tips on Apps. Will certainly make my trip to Europe much more stress-free.
@cindysmith5469
Жыл бұрын
Rick Steves is definitely the most knowledgeable about Europe! Good recommendation!
@robertwilliamson922
Жыл бұрын
Isn’t Rick Steves the doper European traveler? He’s missing out on a lot of the rest of the world.
@cindysmith5469
Жыл бұрын
@@robertwilliamson922 Doper? Really? Do you drink alcohol, at all, wine, beer or other? I could call you an alcoholic then. He things narrow minded Americans need to learn about other cultures and historically, why things are the way they are. European dissent is common for Americans but they know nothing about their history or their government and what it is why it is.
@philipbuckley759
Жыл бұрын
I have traveled, as well and did it, with kayak....
@LexiAhr
4 ай бұрын
Thanks! Very helpful.
@M_Ladd
Жыл бұрын
Great job! Thank you very much!
@jeriannf.mcevoy6102
Жыл бұрын
Conversion apps for temperature and currency are pretty basic but were very helpful for us.
@georginagreen4732
Жыл бұрын
Thanks, lots of useful info for future travel!
@JeevesTCW
Жыл бұрын
I am currently in Istanbul. I downloaded offline maps and also saved places in lists before the Turkey trip. The lists don't work properly when you dont have data and google maps just gives you the immediate area with no proper navigation function but you can see which way you are facing (It worked better prior to trip in Italy when I switched data off to test but here in Turkey its doesnt work so well)
@lostinadmiration
Жыл бұрын
Great video - all are must haves for sure!
@lindacurtis7751
Жыл бұрын
How wonderful!!! One of the very best videos for international travel ! Thank you!
@awaytogether
Жыл бұрын
Thanks so much, Linda! Glad it was helpful to you!
@invcark
7 ай бұрын
VPN this is what I need. I will download it. Thanks 🙏🏻
@veeniceaii6727
10 ай бұрын
Super helpful. Thank you!
@laura_and_shanman
Жыл бұрын
Love your channel and tips! Thank you!
@leapintothewild
Жыл бұрын
New to your channel, second video and really appreciating the content!! Not sure if it’s standard for you, but wanted to share that I found the music very repetitive, too loud and distracting. I think the info you’re providing is great on its own and hope not to find the music on every video. BUT that’s just my opinion, so big ol’ grain of salt! 😁
@rachelkotsch878
Жыл бұрын
Just great videos for traveling. Glad I found your channel!!!
@chuckannd6034
Жыл бұрын
Great tips, especially about the local ride sharing app. I wish I would've watched this video 3 months ago. We were in Barcelona in June. One time we had difficulty finding a subway station that serviced the line we needed. The ones that did service the line we needed were closed for various reasons & the other nearby stations we could've used would require transfers and we were too tired to figure it out. So we decided to take a cab and then had a hard time getting a cab! Of course that type of stuff always happens when you're so tired the only thing you want to do is just lay down!
@pcmacintyre
Жыл бұрын
Another app to add is Google Voice. I have friends who don't use any messaging apps, only default texting on their phones. This allows them to send messages to me regardless of the local SIM card I am using. Plus it works on desktop should I be using a tablet back at the hotel.
@bradavon
Жыл бұрын
Google Voice is USA only. So not much use in Europe.
@AhmedTelleserDehyer
2 ай бұрын
Besides, I think Immersive Translate is also necessary for people who don't master foreign languages. This plug-in can help them break language barrier.
@rafaelbanda1525
8 ай бұрын
Great app info. I hope they all work.
@ElRonDeTexas
8 ай бұрын
Big value 🎉 you ROCK !
@donaldcastillo2408
Жыл бұрын
very helpful into , thank you
@carolineandrews4233
Жыл бұрын
It didn't occur to me that Barcelona might not have Uber! Thanks for the tip!
@Reseng0411
11 ай бұрын
Cool advise man... Thanks
@MrDnovack
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the great tips. We are going to Greece, and I was wondering if you have advice on how or where to get a SIM card. Thank you.
@mackers8878
Жыл бұрын
SIM card you can get just about anywhere in a corner store kiosk, look for the signs advertising them. - just be sure to bring your passport. I did this last summer when I was in Greece. Enjoy!
@PavelD83
Жыл бұрын
Use some esim apps, avoid kiosks at the major tourist hubs like airports.
@D9david
Жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@kellylee514
6 ай бұрын
Great info! I loaded google translate but what language do I use for Tahiti? French? It’s French Polynesia. Please let me know. Thanks
@acebaker3623
Жыл бұрын
You might mention that the apps you mention are for Apple. Some of these are not available on Android.
@patrickmacisaac222
9 ай бұрын
Another perfectly done video
@ericphillips9240
Жыл бұрын
Weather Spark. Must have to plan a trip. All weather data, any time frame. Average temp, rain fall etc for any day, month, year. Not an app but saves onto your home page like an app.
@tracimorgan3695
Жыл бұрын
Thanks this was super helpful!!
@ebwedgworth5332
Жыл бұрын
Nik: For Surfshark, do you recommend also getting the Alert/Antivirus/Search bundle when I purchase the 24 (+2 mos. free)??? I already have Norton on my iPhone, but I’m not sure it will work on my iPhone in Europe???
@ColTingle72
Жыл бұрын
Google maps tells you what ride sharing company is there. Thats how I discovered Bolt when I was in Bratislava, Slovakia.
@taffy916
Жыл бұрын
Great info thanks. How about apps for hotels and apartments etc? Do you have a favorite or make sure to download the apps where you have already booked accommodation?
@craig90254
Жыл бұрын
Amazing video. Tons of great info
@af4337
Жыл бұрын
When in Europe prior to COVID we used Travel Wi-Fi in Paris and another company in Spain and Gibraltar. We’re going to Amsterdam for 3 days prior to our cruise to Iceland, Ireland and UK and was wondering did we need to go this route again or is there something newer and an alternative way. Thank you
@marilynrodriguez9143
Жыл бұрын
Great info. Thanks
@kmcphotographytx6396
Жыл бұрын
Awesome tips!
@william5862
Жыл бұрын
I'm so sorry. VPN is only good to get round Geo fencing. That's it . Anonymity/ Security bits are all cow droppings.. love your content 👌🏽😊
@SAGITTARIUS312
10 ай бұрын
GREAT TIPS❗️🎉
@johnkelsh5859
26 күн бұрын
I tried using Google maps in Tuscany and was lost for four hours! It had missing data for addresses. I switched to WAZE and had no problems driving a month in Italy.
@summerperella9969
Жыл бұрын
Extremely informative!
@billbud1
Жыл бұрын
do not forget a wallet app for your boarding passes on phone or ask hotel to print a copy, in case your phone dies :)
@cathypuffer4168
Жыл бұрын
Is there an easy way to see what the local app is for rides?
@awaytogether
Жыл бұрын
Yes, I would Google “best rideshare app [country name]“. Joining Expat groups on Facebook for the country or cities you will be visiting can also be very helpful for things like this.
@tess2020
Жыл бұрын
Thanks . For msg apps, Discord worked well for us in Europe
@warrent1490
Жыл бұрын
Google Translate and MS/Bing are my best friends when out of America. I have had a small conversation using just these apps. I am not a fan of "What's App, but 1 million % agree, in Europe everyone uses it. But for phone calls and text for example to my parents in their 80's they got FB, so not going to ask them to learn something new. So for back home conversation FB Messenger is the way to go. I have noticed a lot of business ate even using FB as a means to contact them. I have called & text several companies FB, so they could call me and then we could talk care of my business. I hope more companies do this or find their own wifi access to phone and text messages.
@bradavon
Жыл бұрын
Everyone uses WhatsApp everywhere, except the USA. Americans just need to get over their dislike of WhatsApp and get used to it. Facebook Messenger the assumption is you want to be Facebook friends. Which may not be suitable. Many people at least in Europe only check Facebook messenger from a laptop.
@bradavon
Жыл бұрын
Weird to dislike WhatsApp and then in the next sentence you like Facebook Messenger.
@invcark
7 ай бұрын
Wonderful! 👍🏻
@danekim4275
10 ай бұрын
Great recommendations. Just saw this, and your other video on cellular international plans. Will definitely take advantage of your travel tips. Traveling in a week, so your channel showed up on my feed in the nick of time. Subscribed ! Thank YOU .
@joanfelt8069
Жыл бұрын
Great info Didi in Mexico
@paigemichelesargent
10 ай бұрын
Thanks for this video, super helpful. I discovered that the currency converter app isn't free anymore - you have to pay to use the basic function of the calculator : /
@awaytogether
10 ай бұрын
Oh wow, really? Still works on my phone!
@SharonLandry-h6o
Жыл бұрын
Going to the UK next year. Do you suggest renting a phone or using your own phone with international services?
@awaytogether
Жыл бұрын
Hi Sharon! There are plenty of ways you can use your own phone. I actually have a video about this coming out in a couple weeks!
@akaurora1
Жыл бұрын
i have apps for the Metros in Europe. Helps to plan how to get from airport or train station to hotel or hostel.
@DadLife73
3 ай бұрын
Just downloaded the lounge buddy app and it says that effective July 1, 2024 the app is being discontinued.
@D1337ification
Жыл бұрын
Tip specifically for Israel: Even if you use Gett, a lot of the taxi drivers will still try to run the “meter is broken, need a flat rate” scam. Take public transit whenever possible.
@Ash-ux8pu
Жыл бұрын
Do you get a local sim card when you are travelling to different countries?
@dpratt2000
Жыл бұрын
Great video, thanks. That currency conversion app was cancerous with invasive ads. It lasted about 90 seconds on my phone---45 seconds of that was unskippable video ads. Good riddance!
@brianclear363
9 ай бұрын
citymapper supports multiple cities
@515aleon
Жыл бұрын
Very helpful. Do you know a good app for converting Imperial to metric?
@kathyyoung4679
Жыл бұрын
What an awesome video…so helpful and informative..especially for the generation I belong to……i.e.baby boomers..👍😁
@phulanadethal
Жыл бұрын
Please help a boomer out here:…After watching your vídeo I clicked on the link for surf shark, I chose the 24 month subscription plus I added the extra security, for a total of $98.00 But when I was about to make the purchase, it says this is a recurring charge. I didn’t buy it because it’s confusing, Is this a monthly or a yearly fee?
@volkswagen4866
Жыл бұрын
This is for 24 months. I have been using Surfshark for years in both Europe and South and Central America and it works great. You can log on to you account using your computer and get your detailed account info. Recurring charge just means if you don't cancel before the end of your 24 month subscription you will be automatically charged for another 24 months. I'm a boomer as well.
@phulanadethal
Жыл бұрын
@@volkswagen4866 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻Thank you
@lisaosborne7667
Жыл бұрын
I use xe for currency conversation and tip check
@burvina2313
Ай бұрын
I tried to fill out form to get sabbatical how to guide but kept getting error. Is there another way to get it
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