Travel Safety Apps
Your cell phone may be the best safety tool you have when traveling if it is loaded with the right apps. Here are 5 of the best travel safety apps available at the moment ---and the reasons you should load them onto your phone and get to know how they work before your next vacation.
SITATA
First is SITATA app which is focused on health and safety, the company behind this app monitors media sites worldwide for news on real-time events happening around the globe that can disrupt travel. Their alerts are displayed on a map alongside additional information and “what to do” advice currently in over 200 countries. Neat feature - Sitata has a community board where travelers are permitted to write — and read — posts about their experiences on anything from a transportation tip to warnings about pickpockets.
ICE
Next, In Case of Emergency or “ICE” is an app that stores important information for first responders and hospital staff to use in case of emergency. It stores a list of people to call – right from the app - like Insurance information, doctor information, allergies, medical conditions, medications and any special instructions or other information you wish to provide. The app even works when the phone is locked and translates the information into 10 different languages.
TripWhistle Global SOS
Available in 196 countries, this free safety app has more than 70 emergency numbers. This is your international SOS assistance. No matter where in the world you are, you can call the local emergency number just in case you need police, fire, or medical assistance.
GeoSure
Whether you’re planning your itinerary weeks in advance or exploring a new city on a whim, be sure to check in with GeoSure before you go. This app rates 30,000 cities and neighborhoods based on their safety conditions including violence, theft, human rights issues, and more. GeoSure even factors in the safety of those in marginalized communities and scores areas based on LGBTQ+ and women’s safety.
This one is definitely worth downloading when researching new travel destinations.
bSafe
Finally, bSafe shares your movements with loved ones, and sends out an alarm if you need help.
The alarm can be activated by voice, and once activated it automatically records audio and video and sends it to the cell phones of you and your emergency contacts. bSafe also has a “Fake Call” feature, and can send a friend an exact pickup location. bSafe is a great app, especially for solo travelers.
Hopefully these apps will help you stay safe on your next trip!
