Top Tips And Handy Apps For Travel Savvy Roadtrippers

Whether you’re new to road tripping or an old hand, chances are you don’t just go it alone with a paper map and a compass. There are a whole range of great apps specifically designed for road trippers, and in this article we’ll be discussing a few of the very best, along with some other handy tips to help you travel savvy.

Packpoint

This is definitely an app you should install before you leave for your getaway. Not only will Packpoint remind you of the easily-forgotten extras you’ll need to take along on your trip, it’ll also give you suggestions based on your holiday destination. You can’t go wrong!

Google Trips

If you’re looking to save money while you’re away, we can definitely recommend installing Google Trips. It can display all the information you need to help you budget for your trip, including hotel bookings, car hire, excess insurance, restaurant reservations and loads more. It’s easy to check in with where you are in terms of your financial plan, so you’re much less likely to run out of spending money.

GasBuddy

Travelling to the USA for your getaway? Download GasBuddy and you’ll be able to save huge amounts of money on petrol and diesel. The app allows you to view all the cheapest fuelling stations around the country – you can even filter the results depending on any facilities you require, for example a car wash or café.

OpenTable

If you haven’t planned exactly where you want to stop to grab a bite to eat on your route, OpenTable will be your new best friend. It displays all the food options available in the area, so you can decide whether you want to scrimp and save or splash the cash. You can even read reviews to make sure you’re choosing a restaurant with a good reputation.

Other Road Tripper Tips

Although you’ll probably want to make an exciting and detailed plan for each day of your holiday, remember that you might not always be able to stick to it. Creating a loose schedule means you can factor in time for traffic delays, additional rest stops and anything else that could slow you down.

Also, make sure you check over your rental agreements before heading off – you could save yourself a lot of trouble (and a lot of money) by doing so. To take extra precautions for your trip, invest in car hire excess insurance and enjoy your journey free of worry. Having a comprehensive car hire excess insurance policy will mean that even if you’re involved in an accident while you’re away, you won’t be left out of pocket.

Whether you decide to download all the useful apps or just stick to what you know, your adventure is sure to be a success so long as you’re organised and prepared for every eventuality. It’s very simple: plan well, save your money and invest in car hire excess insurance. Easy!  Here’s to the journey of a lifetime.

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Sam Walker is a specialist insurance expert at LowerHire, a company that offers low-cost single trip and annual multi-trip car hire excess insurance policies. Travellers can rest easy knowing they will be fully protected against any hidden hire car costs and look forward to a stress-free rental experience.