Tired of relying on the same old travel sites like Kayak and Expedia?
They’re great, but these lesser-known sites can take your vacation to the next level.
They’ll help you save money on car and vacation rentals, hidden discounts on hotel rooms and discover hidden gems along the way.
AutoSlash helps you save on car rentals by searching through multiple sites and loyalty programs. It can even monitor a reservation you’ve already made for alerts on lower prices.
Travel Arrow: Uncover Secret Hotel Deals
Travel Arrow is a handy browser extension with two neat features. First, it can help reveal secret hotel names for Priceline’s Express Deals. Keep in mind, it’s an algorithm so it might not always be right. I also like how it adds extra info to my Google Flights (my favorite flight search site) searches like the plane type and seat space. Shout out to finance guru George Kamel for the tip on this one!
FlightsFrom: Discover Direct Flights from Your Airport
Looking for a place to go? FlightsFrom.com lists all of the direct flights from an airport, so you can get an idea of where you can go fast. It’s especially great for nearby regional airports.
HiChee: Save on Airbnb Bookings
HiChee helps you save on Airbnb’s by searching for the same property on different booking sites where it might be cheaper. It can even reverse-search the image and title on Google to uncover even more savings by booking rentals directly.
Wiki Voyage: The Ultimate Destination Guide
Once you’ve got your destination set, check out WikiVoyage. It’s like Wikipedia, but with a focus on everything you need to know for a destination. You’ll see the main neighborhoods, history, how to get around, and even the movies you should watch before you go. It’s a one-stop shop for feeling like a local before you even get there.
Nappr: Rest and Recharge on the Go
Just need to rest and recharge? Check out Nappr. It’s an app that rents out hotel rooms by hours instead of overnight. You can nap, shower, or just take a break on a hectic travel day. Nappr counts big-name chains in its listings, right now they have 1000 hotels in 500 cities across 24 countries.
Go Beyond Google Maps: Rome2Rio and CityMapper
Finally, go beyond Google Maps with websites that help you see all the ways to get from point A to point B. Rome2Rio searches plane, train, bus, car and ferry route, while CityMapper details public transit – including wheelchair-accessible routes – in US, Europe, Asia and more.
Bottom line: These sites will make you feel smarter about your travel decisions and more informed about the places you go.
