When you don’t know a city, you can always rely on your smart phone to help you find your way around and keep you informed about what’s going on.
Whether you’re looking for a nice restaurant, local attraction, or want to plan a journey, these 5 apps can help you find your bearings and make your life a whole lot easier.
Eventbrite
When you want to know more about what events are going on in Houston TX or Dallas TX, Eventbrite can help. With this app you can search for anything from concert listings to local street parties. If you ever feel lost for ideas, simply type in your ZIP code and press the search button and you’ll be presented with a list of local events. You can even use Eventbrite to make online bookings.
Moovit
Moovit is an app that collects real-time information about public transportation based on your location. After collecting data it will determine which routes and services are the best, providing ETA’s to help make scheduling easier. It also provides easy access to transit route maps.
Google Maps
Google Maps is one of the most versatile mapping apps available. When used with a smart phone it can be hooked up to your satellite navigation system, allowing you to type in directions and have a pointer guide you to your destination while you walk or drive. Other useful features include, traffic reports, search functions, and step-by-step directions. Google Street View can also be incorporated into Google Maps. This feature lets you zoom in to certain areas and look at photos of the roads.
Foodspotting
With an abundance of barbeque grills in Dallas TX and Houston TX, it can be difficult to know where to start. Foodspotting will show you what food joints are within your vicinity and features user photos of dishes so you know exactly what to expect. With Foodspotting you can arrange food lists, contribute your own images and find out where people recommend eating based on a star rating system.
Traffic
Dallas Fort Worth Traffic and Houston Traffic are both apps that will give you real-time traffic updates and inform you of any roadworks or accidents. If you’re a driver who is new to either city, these apps can certainly be handy as they’ll give you the chance to work out alternative routes in advance. Both apps work in a slightly different ways. Dallas Fort Worth Traffic uses a color coding system to tell you how bad certain areas are; while Houston Traffic has a live traffic-cam feature so you can see for yourself.
All of these apps are available on both the Android Market and iTunes Store. If you are moving to Houston TX or Dallas TX and aren’t too familiar with the area, these apps can provide all the information you need to ensure you’re organized.
If you want to know more about living in Houston TX or Dallas TX and what apps could help you out, contact us at Apartment Agents.
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