Travel Apps

Required for All:

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

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

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.

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.

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

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.

Recommended for Most:

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

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

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.

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.

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.

Helpful for Some:

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

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

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

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.

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

Tips for Using Cell Phones in Europe:

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.

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.

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.