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Travelzoo
A4 Smart phones are one of the gadgets for travelers. https://t.co/PYloXlra5S #TravelSkills
LandLopers
A4: I have a terrible sense of direction and depend on apps like Google Maps to get anything done lol #travelskills
HideawayReport
A4 Having access to digital maps is a lifesaver. Plus, being able to digitally access reviews so we can make smarter choices if we're planning ahead or need last minute recommendations. #TravelSkills
KirstenAlana
A4. I don't think it's new anymore but I love that @googlemaps allows me to save and download maps offline for when I am traveling. So no matter whether I have connectivity or not - I can still get around. #TravelSkills
SmarterTravel
A4: Mobile hotspots (aka MiFi) help us stay connected and access maps without burning through expensive data: https://t.co/qXcM08S72M #TravelSkills
amberparkcouple
replying to @ClaireFromYVR @ClaireFromYVR @travelskills ......we have so many memories to share. An amazing place to visit! Here are some teaser pics #Travelskills
CourtneyKnox26
replying to @travelskills @travelskills My family. they make adventures fun! #travelskills #travel #hawaii #adventureawaits #Adventure #snorkel #scubadiving
KnutsonTravels
A3: Our own travel app from @mtrip is also great because it has built in security features for group chat and SOS! #TravelSkills
_A_W_C
replying to @LandLopers @LandLopers A3: @TripIt for sharing my travel plans with family back home, international travel tools feature that provides helpful info (like the local embassy) and neighborhood safety scores. #TravelSkills
SpudHilton
A3. Sounds odd, but the technology that allows for Airbnb has made me feel better about travel. More options, not just more affordable options but more opportunities to meet locals. #travelskills #travel
TheJourneyGenie
replying to @travelskills @travelskills A4: easy to find free wifi so you can look up a timetable, map, directions, etc. #travelskills
cjmcginnis
replying to @VisaNews @VisaNews A4 You can now tap to pay with a credit card at London Tube turnstiles. https://t.co/wlQixGl8Uu #VisaAmbassador #TravelSkills
travelskills
Q4 How does new technology help you get around on the ground in other cities? #VisaAmbassador #TravelSkills
Travelzoo
RT @travelskills: Q4 How does new technology help you get around on the ground in other cities? #VisaAmbassador #TravelSkills https://t.co/…
DonNadeau
replying to @TheJourneyGenie @TheJourneyGenie @travelskills Amtrak seems on course to eliminate much of its long-distance network. #travelskills
KirstenAlana
replying to @Travel_boomer @Travel_boomer @ClaireFromYVR I do view that as a good thing, yes. #TravelSkills
cjmcginnis
replying to @SmarterTravel @SmarterTravel I really like Verizon's TravelPass plan where you pay $10 a day for almost unlimited data in most countries. So easy. No surprises. Fast connections. #TravelSkills
travelskills
Thanks for joining the #TravelSkills chat! Today, @VisaNews joins us to talk about what’s ahead in travel, at home and abroad! #VisaAmbassador
CharlesMcCool
replying to @cjmcginnis @cjmcginnis A4 @Yelp on my smartphone helps me find yummy gelato and ice cream shops. Technology is great! #travel #TravelSkills
Travel_boomer
replying to @_A_W_C @_A_W_C @cjmcginnis They have that at Heathrow? That's cool -- I hope it catches om all over the world #TravelSkills
KnutsonTravels
A4: We hate to admit it because we like to put the tech down while traveling, but @uber and @Olacabs apps are so important! #TravelSkills
cjmcginnis
replying to @creativepiece11 @creativepiece11 remember what is was like to have to ask locals for directions? LOL #TravelSkills
travelskills
RT @VisaNews: A4 Adding your @Visa to ridesharing apps is easy and helps you avoid the headache of counting foreign currencies to pay taxis…
tweetingtalya
A5 "Do you think the world will eventually move to "cashless" payments?" No way. Convenience if fantastic, but I still think #CashIsKing #TravelSkills
travelskills
RT @Travelzoo: A4 Smart phones are one of the gadgets for travelers. https://t.co/PYloXlra5S #TravelSkills
KirstenAlana
Or you could just have @TMobile and have free service in 100 + countries for no extra charge. I made that switch years ago inspired by @LesleyMurph and won't ever go back. #TravelSkills https://t.co/CWGu2ugx98
tweetingtalya
replying to @DonNadeau @DonNadeau @TheJourneyGenie @travelskills I would say I'm sad about this as I agree Amtrak looks to be downgrading/downsizing/possibly elminating but I think train travel in other countries is much safer than US train travel. The amount of accidents in the first 3 months of this year alone was pretty scary. #TravelSkills
travelskills
RT @_A_W_C: @LandLopers A3: @TripIt for sharing my travel plans with family back home, international travel tools feature that provides hel…
travelskills
RT @SmarterTravel: A4: Mobile hotspots (aka MiFi) help us stay connected and access maps without burning through expensive data: https://t.…
cjmcginnis
Q5 Do you think the world will eventually move to "cashless" payments? Why or why not? #VisaAmbassador #TravelSkills
travelskills
Q5 Do you think the world will eventually move to "cashless" payments? Why or why not? #VisaAmbassador #TravelSkills
JohnnyJet
Q5 Do you think the world will eventually move to "cashless" payments? Why or why not? #VisaAmbassador #TravelSkills
StopJetLag
How convenient.
Especially since the Tube is a great way to get around London!
RT @cjmcginnis
@VisaNews
A4 You can now tap to pay with a credit card at London Tube turnstiles.
https://t.co/lGwjHwYLsZ …
#VisaAmbassador
#TravelSkills
ClaireFromYVR
A4 Honestly, with free wifi in cities it's so easy to text, make restaurant reservations, and search Yelp! (City of Vancouver offers Free WiFi https://t.co/QYjh5fsyrH)
@JohnnyJet
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TheJourneyGenie
RT @KirstenAlana: @cjmcginnis @TheJourneyGenie @Clear It's actually unnecessary. As has proved Canada, the UK and EU. USA needs to stop doi…
tweetingtalya
replying to @TheJourneyGenie @TheJourneyGenie @travelskills Free wifi is KEY in not only travel but life in general! :D #TravelSkills
cjmcginnis
replying to @Travel_boomer @Travel_boomer @_A_W_C Last time I was there, British Airways was showing off facial recognition security screening at first class entrypoint. #Posh #TravelSkills
KirstenAlana
replying to @TheJourneyGenie @TheJourneyGenie @cjmcginnis @Clear I completely agree. #TravelSkills
SpudHilton
Q4. Smart phone maps have changed everything as far as navigating a city. I love paper maps, but if I need to get somewhere on time, Google maps is a big move forward. #travelskills #travel
LandLopers
Q5 Do you think the world will eventually move to "cashless" payments? Why or why not? #TravelSkills
theplanetd
Q5 Do you think the world will eventually move to "cashless" payments? Why or why not? #TravelSkills
JohnnyJet
replying to @VisaNews @VisaNews A5 I do. I rarely use cash anymore at home and abroad. When I went to London a few months ago I didn’t use cash once, and I was there for a week. #VisaAmbassador #TravelSkills
cjmcginnis
replying to @VisaNews @VisaNews A5 Yes, it seems that way. My trips to the ATM for cash are down about 80% in the last five years! #VisaAmbassador #TravelSkills
VisaNews
A5 It's very possible! The benefits of going cashless are numerous. Our Cashless Cities report shows the potential positive impact on economies around the world: https://t.co/zHCB64z2UP #TravelSkills
travelskills
RT @VisaNews: A5 It's very possible! The benefits of going cashless are numerous. Our Cashless Cities report shows the potential positive i…
nataliediscala
replying to @cjmcginnis @cjmcginnis I love that the answer to any question is just a click away. You can find directions, recommendations, opening hours, phone numbers, transportation options and so much more in a flash. Technology has definitely made things more accessible #TravelSkills
kcflatlander
replying to @travelskills @travelskills A5: Eventually is a long time. :) I personally think it could go the other way, where more vendors in certain situations want the immediacy and unflappability of cash. #TravelSkills
KnutsonTravels
A5: The world will eventually get there, but some street vendors in Asia might take a while to adopt. #TravelSkills
cjmcginnis
replying to @VisaNews @VisaNews A5 Cashless payments can be easier, faster, safer, and cleaner than cash, plus I can track my spending more easily #VisaAmbassador #TravelSkills