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The Top Ten Free Smartphone Travel Apps

Locations in this article:  Seattle, WA

PrimoSpot
PrimoSpot gives users a tool for comparing and finding garage rates and on locating street parking.  Prices for garage parking can be seen by monthly, daily and hourly rates.  The app even helps you keep track of where you left your car parked ensuring an easy way back to your vehicle even if you are unfamiliar with the area.  Make note of your parking place and receive an alert reminding you to check your parking meter.  PrimoSpot is available in Seattle, New York and Boston.

Wi-Fi Finder
Wi-Fi Finder allows users to quickly find free Wi-Fi spots while on the go.  By utilizing your phone’s GPS, the app helps you locate the closest hotspot and search certain preferred providers.  Lower your monthly data usage while on the go with this useful app.

Currency
Currency for iPhone provides a quick way to convert the currency of various countries on your Smartphone.  The app provides the most current exchange rates for more than 100 countries and gives users a great tool for their travels abroad.

Google Translate
Google Translate offers travelers an easy way to communicate and understand over 60 different languages from around the world.  Translate words verbally (up to 17 languages) or type text into the program.  Google Translate presents users with an easier way to speak a different language that doesn’t involve carrying around a thick translation book.

Foodspotting
For those times when you are craving a specific restaurant dish but don’t know where to find it, start with the Foodspotting app.  Search by dish and get the best recommendations from Travel Channel experts, friends or fellow foodspotters.  View and share photos of favorite foods to get the most out of your food finding experience.

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By Cully Schneider for PeterGreenberg.com