Summer is a great time to travel. Here are some apps and gadgets that can make can help make it a perfect get away. Exploring new places can be fun and the CalParks application can help you find new places for camping or even nearby daytrips. This application works for California State Parks and allows you to set filters and narrow down results in order to find a spot with the amenities that you are searching for. You can also check out the application America's National Parks for information and maps of the National Parks.
There are a lot of GPS devices to help you reach your destination without getting lost. Keep in mind when purchasing a GPS device that not all devices come with lifetime map and traffic updates and the map updates can often cost nearly as much as a new device. Whether you are purchasing a Garmin , TomTom , or Magellan GPS device making sure the device offers lifetime map and traffic updates can save you money in the future. You can check the manufacturer's website to see if there is a map update before you hit the road.
If you are planning a trip overseas the Google Translate can be very helpful. This application from Google can help you communicate in over 70 different languages. If you have Android 2.3 or above you can even photographic text with your phone and translate the text into your native language. The photo-translate is very helpful in reading menus or directions.
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