Technology for Kids

One For The Road: The 10 Best Travel Apps for Families On The Go

From sightseeing apps that banish backseat boredom to apps that help you locate the nearest rest stop when they really gotta go, these tools of the trade will help everyone stay on track.

By Phebe Wahl September 11, 2013

Traveling with tots in tow is no easy feat. Many parents use their smart phone or iPad to keep takeoff tantrums and road trip rage at bay—but there are also a variety of applications that can help you keep your cool while on the go. From sightseeing apps that banish backseat boredom to apps that help you locate the nearest rest stop when they really gotta go, these tools of the trade will help everyone stay on track.

Road Trip Scavenger Hunt

Remember when families used to actually talk to each other in the car? Crazy concept, right? Revive the days of pre-tech transportation with Road Trip Scavenger Hunt. Enter each passenger’s name to play the classic car game and items are randomly selected to spot. Simply tap the spotters name to keep score. Kids will love “hunting” for objects and words as they compete and “are we there yet?” turns into a family-wide adventure.
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