Tech Travel Tips for Summer
Summer vacation can be lots of fun—no school, no homework, and a more relaxed family schedule thanks to a break from extracurricular activities. But at BridgingApps, we also know that summer can bring its own challenges. Kids may get bored without their usual structure and stimulation.
Whether your family is traveling far or staying close to home, mobile apps can be a big help. They can keep kids entertained, encourage learning, and even help the whole family plan more smoothly. With these Tech Travel Tips, we’ve pulled together a list of apps to help everyone in the family—young children, tweens, teens, and parents—enjoy the summer in smart, engaging ways.
For Young Children
Young kids can explore travel concepts, airports, and new places using fun, educational apps.
[1]
Dr. Panda Airport
By: Dr. Panda Ltd
Description: Kids can role-play going through airport security, checking in, and flying. A great app for teaching about travel routines.
Price: iOS: $2.99 / Android: $3.99
Available for: iOS [2], Android [3]
Read Full BridgingApps Review [4] | Website [5]
For Tweens
Tweens can learn about U.S. geography or discover new places they might want to visit.
[6]
Geography Drive USA
By: Little 10 Robot
Description: A quiz-style game that helps kids learn U.S. geography while “driving” across the country.
Price: iOS: $2.99 | Amazon: $3.99
Available for: iOS [7], Amazon [8]
Website [9]
[10]
Hoopla Digital
By: Midwest Tape, LLC
Description: Stream eBooks, audiobooks, and videos related to travel and geography—all for free with a library card.
Price: FREE
Available for: iOS [11], Android [12]
Read Full BridgingApps Review [13] | Website [14]
[15]
Kids World Cultures Educational Games for Travel
By: Planet Factory Interactive
Description: Learn about countries and cultures through interactive games and puzzles.
Price: Free (Offers In-App Purchases)
Available for: iOS [16]
For Parents
Parents can simplify the travel experience with these planning and productivity tools.
[17]
Airbnb
By: Airbnb, Inc.
Description: Easily book family-friendly lodging, unique stays, and experiences around the world.
Price: FREE
Available for: iOS [18], Android [19]
Read Full BridgingApps Review [20] | Website [21]
[22]
GasBuddy
By: GasBuddy Organization, Inc
Description: Find the cheapest gas nearby and save money during long road trips.
Price: FREE
Available for: iOS [23], Android [24]
Read Full BridgingApps Review [25] | Website [26]
[27]
OpenTable
By: OpenTable, Inc.
Description: Discover and reserve family-friendly restaurants while traveling.
Price: FREE
Available for: iOS [28], Android [29]
Read Full BridgingApps Review [30] | Website [31]
[32]
Roadtrippers
By: Roadtrippers
Description: Plan routes, find attractions, and make your road trip more organized and fun.
Price: FREE
Available for: iOS [33]
Read Full BridgingApps Review [34] | Website [35]
For Teens & Young Adults
Let teens take the lead in discovering cool places to eat, shop, and explore.
[36]
Yelp: Food, Delivery & Reviews
By: Yelp
Description: Find and review restaurants, stores, and attractions in your travel destination.
Price: FREE
Available for: iOS [37], Android [38]
Read Full BridgingApps Review [39] | Website [40]
[41]
Access Earth
By: Access Earth Limited
Description: Discover accessible locations for people with mobility challenges.
Price: FREE
Available for: iOS [42]
Read Full BridgingApps Review [43] | Website [44]
After the Trip: Create a Digital Scrapbook
Turn travel memories into lasting keepsakes with these creative apps.
[45]
Little Story Creator – Digital Scrapbooking and Photo Collage Maker
By: Innovative Investments Limited
Description: Kids and families can create visual stories using photos, drawings, and text.
Price: FREE
Available for: iOS [46]
Website [47]
[48]
Project Life
By: Becky Higgins LLC
Description: Build beautiful photo albums and scrapbooks using templates and travel themes.
Price: FREE
Available for: iOS [49]
Read Full BridgingApps Review [50] | Website [51]
Explore More Apps with BridgingApps
If you’re interested in discovering more travel-friendly tools, building custom app lists, or reading detailed reviews, visit BridgingApps.org [52].
BridgingApps, a program of Easter Seals Greater Houston, is a community of parents, therapists, doctors, and teachers who share knowledge about using mobile devices with individuals of all abilities.
[53]
Related:Explore and Discover Our World With the Help of These Apps [54]
Cristen Reat is co-founder of BridgingApps and a mother who found success when using a mobile device with her children who have special needs. Amy Barry is the Content Manager and Editor at BridgingApps and mother of five children. Amy Fuchs is the Program Coordinator at BridgingApps and a former special education teacher.
More Helpful Apps
- Staying at Home: Tech Tips to Help Throughout Your Day [55]
- Summer Travel & Outdoor Fun with Apps [56]
- Apps for Adventure [57]
- Life-Changing Apps for People with Disabilities [58]
You May Also Like
- Encourage Traveling for All Without Limits [59]
- Traveling Tips for Parents of Children with Special Needs [60]
- Traveling with Special Dietary Need [61]
- 10 Things Every Parent of a Special Needs Child Should Have Before Traveling [62]
- Summer Staycation [63]
This post originally appeared on our May/June 2019 Magazine [64]