The Wander App Uses Crowdsourced Guides to Let You Travel Anywhere
Michael Hines — December 31, 2011 — Tech
References: itunes.apple & technabob
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.
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.
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Crowdsourced Travel Guides — The Wander app demonstrates the potential for connecting travelers with locals to create unique virtual travel experiences.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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