Traveling around the world just got easier (if you own an iPhone) thanks to the Wander app. The Wander app is a travel app developed by YongoPal Inc. that lets you travel to anywhere in the world using your iPhone. The app works by hooking you up with a person living in the country you wish to visit who is also using the app. That person acts as your guide for a week, photographing sites all around the city and sending them to you.
The Wander app includes an auto-translate function to help bridge the gap between travelers and guides who speak different languages. Being able to take a virtual tour of another country sounds fun in itself, and being guided by a local just sweetens the deal. The Wander app is a free download and is out now for the iPhone with an Android version coming soon.
Virtual World Tours
The Wander App Uses Crowdsourced Guides to Let You Travel Anywhere
Trend Themes
1. Crowdsourced Travel Guides - The Wander app demonstrates the potential for connecting travelers with locals to create unique virtual travel experiences.
2. Virtual Tourism - The Wander app taps into the growing trend of virtual tourism, allowing users to explore and experience new destinations from the comfort of their own homes.
3. Language Translation in Travel Apps - The inclusion of an auto-translate function in the Wander app highlights the need for language translation capabilities in travel apps, offering an opportunity for innovation in this space.
Industry Implications
1. Travel and Tourism - The Wander app disrupts the traditional travel industry by providing a unique way for travelers to experience new destinations without physically traveling.
2. Mobile App Development - The success of the Wander app suggests a potential market for similar apps that connect travelers with local guides and provide virtual travel experiences.
3. Language Translation Technology - The auto-translate function in the Wander app presents an opportunity for advancements in language translation technology to enhance the user experience in travel apps and beyond.