The Best Travel Apps & Websites - Get the best deals & be prepared

I absolutely LOVE to travel & over the years have tested a ton of tools to make traveling easier with a variety of travel apps and websites.

Here are the best travel apps and sites I’m using this season to book smarter, stay organized, and explore like a pro.

1. Hopper - Best For: Finding cheap flights + tracking price drops

Hopper is like having a flight-savvy bestie in your pocket. It predicts when prices will rise or drop and lets you “watch” specific trips so you can book at the best time. I’ve also started using it to book hotels—it offers solid deals and the option to freeze prices if I’m not ready to commit just yet.

Spring Tip: Use Hopper to track Memorial Day weekend flights now—prices tend to jump fast.

2. Roadtrippers - Best For: Planning scenic road trips & hidden gems

Since I’ve been taking more nature-inspired and off-the-beaten-path trips (like Sedona and Saguaro National Park), Roadtrippers has been clutch. It maps out your entire drive and shows cool stops along the way—everything from quirky roadside attractions to trails, local diners, and scenic viewpoints.

Spring Tip: Use it to plan a blooming wildflower road trip or a desert escape while the weather’s still mild.

3. Skyscanner - Best For: Flexible travel planning

If you’re someone who says, “I just want to go somewhere,” Skyscanner’s “Everywhere” feature is a dream. I use this when I have flexible dates or I’m chasing the best deal. It shows the cheapest destinations from your home airport—and it’s perfect for spontaneous spring getaways.

Spring Tip: Search for “Everywhere” from your city for quick last-minute inspiration.

4. Google Travel - Best For: Organizing itineraries without trying

This one flies under the radar, but I love it. Google Travel automatically pulls your bookings from Gmail and organizes your trips for you. I use it to glance at confirmation numbers, hotel check-in times, and flight info without digging through emails. It’s like a digital travel assistant that doesn’t talk back.

Spring Tip: Forward any missed reservations to your Gmail—it’ll still pick them up!

5. Wanderlog - Best For: Itinerary building with friends or family

If you’re traveling with a group, Wanderlog is a lifesaver. You can collaboratively build an itinerary, add notes, pin restaurants, and even include driving routes. It’s more visual and user-friendly than Google Docs or spreadsheets, and great for keeping everyone on the same page.

Spring Tip: Use this for planning girls’ trips, family reunions, or Memorial Day weekend escapes.

6. AllTrails - Best For: Finding hiking trails & outdoor adventures

Spring = perfect hiking season, and AllTrails is my go-to for finding trails based on length, difficulty, elevation, dog-friendliness (Bentley appreciates this), and more. It even has offline maps, so I can stay on track even without service.

Spring Tip: Check trail reviews for recent conditions—spring runoff can close certain paths.

7. Booking.com & Expedia - Best For: Last-minute hotel deals + flexible cancellations

Booking.com and Expedia always come through for last-minute accommodations. I love that many listings offer free cancellation & you can bundle hotel + car rental for even bedeals.

Spring Tip: Use filters like “no prepayment” or “free cancellation” when spring weather is unpredictable.

8. TripIt (Pro) - Best For: Frequent travelers and flight monitoring

If you fly a lot, TripIt Pro is worth the upgrade. It gives real-time flight alerts, gate changes, and even tracks rewards programs. I especially like how it creates a clean, detailed itinerary with all my trip info in one place.

Spring Tip: Connect your Gmail or forward bookings for auto-import—it keeps everything seamless.

9. GetYourGuide & Viator - Best For: Booking tours and local experiences

For spring travel, I love doing immersive local experiences like food tours, snorkeling excursions, or jeep adventures. Both GetYourGuide and Viator make it easy to find, compare, and book things to do—especially in international destinations.

Viator: Book Now > Pay Later http://vi.me/d4tql

Spring Tip: Look for skip-the-line tickets for popular spots—spring crowds are on the rise!

10. Google Maps + Offline Maps - Best For: Navigation, restaurant scouting, and exploring on foot

I pre-download maps before I travel anywhere new (especially overseas). I also save restaurants, coffee shops, and landmarks I want to visit by hitting “Save” on Google Maps. This creates a custom map that I can refer to during the trip.

Spring Tip: Create a custom map labeled “Spring Travel 2025” and pin all your seasonal spots!

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These apps and sites aren’t just time-savers—they’re sanity-savers. I’ve learned to travel smarter, not harder. Whether you’re booking a spontaneous trip or planning a bucket-list escape, these digital sidekicks have your back.