Must-have apps to make your family travels smoother 📲

Whether you're after fun educational games for the little ones, tools to map out your itinerary, or clever ways to book activities – we’ve rounded up the best apps to keep your family holidays fun, fuss-free, and full of happy memories.

🗺️ Planning made easy: apps to organise your trip

• PackPoint: An absolute lifesaver when it comes to packing! PackPoint helps you build smart luggage lists based on the weather, planned activities, and length of stay – perfect whether you’re off for a week in Cornwall or a sun-soaked escape abroad.

• TripIt: No more scrolling through emails for booking details! TripIt pulls together your flights, hotels, car hires and activity bookings into one easy-to-share itinerary. Brilliant for keeping everyone on the same page.

• Roadtrippers: A great choice if you're heading out on a family road trip (think camper van around New Zealand or a Canadian adventure). It recommends child-friendly pit stops, from national parks to quirky roadside diners. (Mainly useful in the US, Canada, Australia & NZ).

• ViaMichelin: Ideal for exploring Europe by car. It offers detailed routes with suggestions for kid-friendly restaurants, family-friendly hotels and fun sightseeing spots along the way.

🛶 Booking made simple: activity apps

• Airbnb Experiences: Add something truly memorable to your trip with local activities like cooking classes, walking tours, or art workshops – perfect for families keen on a more authentic holiday vibe.

• GetYourGuide: Handy for booking everything in advance – from family-friendly tours to skip-the-queue tickets. Filter options make it easy to find activities that suit all ages.

• Klook: A hit for booking budget-friendly attractions, especially if you’re off to Asia. Klook’s family recommendations make it easier to plan unforgettable days out.

• Viator: Offers a wide variety of tours and experiences across the globe, with helpful reviews and plenty of family-focused options to choose from.

👾 Keeping the kids happy: apps for entertainment

• Lingo Kids: A brilliant educational app for ages 2 to 8, helping kids learn English (and other languages) through fun games, music, stories and more. Great for long flights or rainy afternoons.

• YouTube Kids: A safe, kid-friendly version of YouTube – packed with entertaining and educational videos that are perfect for travel days, whether you’re on a train to Edinburgh or a flight to Faro.

• PlayKids: An all-in-one app with cartoons, games, and learning activities – enough to keep younger ones happily occupied while you enjoy a moment of calm.

• Spotify Kids: A child-friendly version of Spotify featuring stories, fairy tales and learning playlists (available in other languages, too – great for little bilingual explorers!).

💰 Budget under control: money-tracking app

• TravelSpend: Keep your holiday budget on track with this easy-to-use app. It helps you log expenses by category (meals, transport, activities, you name it!) so you can relax without overspending.

Whether you're planning a seaside escape during half-term or a full-on summer holiday abroad, these apps can make your travels a lot more enjoyable – and a lot less stressful.

Happy travels! 🧳👨‍👩‍👧‍👦✈️