{"id":1671,"date":"2016-09-11T18:37:32","date_gmt":"2016-09-11T18:37:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.headout.com\/?p=1671"},"modified":"2023-07-12T00:57:39","modified_gmt":"2023-07-11T20:57:39","slug":"5-essential-free-apps-next-trip-dubai","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.headout.com\/blog\/5-essential-free-apps-next-trip-dubai\/","title":{"rendered":"5 essential &#038; free apps to download for your trip to Dubai"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2>5 Essential (and free) Apps For Your Next Trip to Dubai<\/h2>\n<h3>1) Wojhati Journey Planner \u2013 iOS, Android, Windows<\/h3>\n<p>Wojhati is Roads &amp; Transport Authority\u2019s journey planning app. With its real-time map and GPS support, you can plan public transport journeys while visiting Dubai. The app has&nbsp;integrated support for Dubai Metro, buses and marine transport, that makes getting around Dubai seamless. You can also share route information with friends via Whatsapp.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-1707\" src=\"\/\/www.headout.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/Wojhati1.jpeg\" alt=\"5 Essential (and free) Apps For Your Next Trip to Dubai\" width=\"389\" height=\"690\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-1708\" src=\"\/\/www.headout.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/Wojhati2.jpeg\" alt=\"5 Essential (and free) Apps For Your Next Trip to Dubai\" width=\"388\" height=\"689\"><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>2) Dubai Airports &#8211; iOS &amp; Android<\/h3>\n<p>Dubai Airports app makes your time at the airport (both DXB &amp; DWC) more comfortable by providing easy access to information on services and facilities. You can check real-time flight information, locate restaurants and airline lounges, or find the right spot to indulge in some shopping. Interactive indoor maps let you do it all without wasting nay time. Download now and travel easy!<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-1702 size-full\" src=\"\/\/www.headout.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/Dubai-Airport1.jpeg\" alt=\"5 Essential (and free) Apps For Your Next Trip to Dubai\" width=\"392\" height=\"696\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-1703 size-full\" src=\"\/\/www.headout.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/Dubai-Airport2.jpeg\" alt=\"5 Essential (and free) Apps For Your Next Trip to Dubai\" width=\"392\" height=\"696\"><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>3) Skype \u2013 iOS, Android, Windows<\/h3>\n<p>Skype needs no introduction but you may be wondering why it&#8217;s on the list of <em>essential<\/em> apps for Dubai. As a matter of fact, all video and audio calling apps such as Facetime, Facebook Messenger, Whatsapp and Viber are banned in the UAE. Except for one \u2013 Skype!<\/p>\n<p>In case you would like to stay connected with family and friends back home, make sure you\u2019ve installed Skype.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-1706 size-full\" src=\"\/\/www.headout.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/Skype1.jpeg\" alt=\"5 Essential (and free) Apps For Your Next Trip to Dubai\" width=\"392\" height=\"696\"><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>4) Headout &#8211; iOS &amp; Android<\/h3>\n<p>A must-have for adventurers, locals, and families- the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.headout.com\/things-to-do-city-dubai\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Headout app<\/a><\/strong> lets you find and book unique shows, action-packed activities, and fascinating tours in Dubai (as well as 13 other cities). A few of their most exhilarating activities in Dubai include helicopter tours, dune bashing and hot air balloon rides. And the best part? The prices are a steal.It&#8217;s especially great for last-minute bookings!<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-1712 size-large\" src=\"\/\/www.headout.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/Dubai-Collections-394x700.png\" alt=\"5 Essential (and free) Apps For Your Next Trip to Dubai\" width=\"394\" height=\"700\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.headout.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/Dubai-Collections-394x700.png 394w, https:\/\/www.headout.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/Dubai-Collections.png 750w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 394px) 100vw, 394px\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-1705 size-full\" src=\"\/\/www.headout.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/headout2.jpeg\" alt=\"5 Essential (and free) Apps For Your Next Trip to Dubai\" width=\"392\" height=\"696\"><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>5) Zomato &#8211; iOS, Android, Windows<\/h3>\n<p>Zomato is a well-designed and easy-to-use restaurant finder app that lets you explore the best dining options in Dubai. The app includes restaurant menus, pictures and user reviews to help you decide where to dine and drink.<br \/>\nYou can also use the app to order food from thousands of great restaurants on offer.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-1709 size-large\" src=\"\/\/www.headout.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/zomato1-394x700.png\" alt=\"5 Essential (and free) Apps For Your Next Trip to Dubai\" width=\"394\" height=\"700\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.headout.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/zomato1-394x700.png 394w, https:\/\/www.headout.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/zomato1.png 640w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 394px) 100vw, 394px\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-1710 size-large\" src=\"\/\/www.headout.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/zomato2-394x700.png\" alt=\"5 Essential (and free) Apps For Your Next Trip to Dubai\" width=\"394\" height=\"700\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.headout.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/zomato2-394x700.png 394w, https:\/\/www.headout.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/zomato2.png 640w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 394px) 100vw, 394px\" \/><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>5 Essential (and free) Apps For Your Next Trip to Dubai 1) Wojhati Journey Planner \u2013 iOS, Android, Windows Wojhati is Roads &amp; Transport Authority\u2019s journey planning app. With its real-time map and GPS support, you can plan public transport journeys while visiting Dubai. 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