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Tech Travel Tips from AT&T

Whether you're hitting the slopes or sunbathing in the sand, flying or driving, AT&T has some app suggestions to help you make the most of your spring break!

Whether your idea of spring break is sand and sun or snow and
slopes or something else entirely, AT&T has advice on how to use your
smartphone or tablet to plan the perfect trip. Here’s a rundown of apps to make
sure you’re a tech savvy traveler!

Know Before You Go Apps:

  • Weather.com - Know what clothes to pack for your trip! The Weather Channel provides the most accurate and relevant weather information so you can pack your new sundress and sandals with confidence.
  • Orbitz/Priceline/Expedia - Snag exclusive deals from your smartphone or tablet on a hotel, flight, or rental car. Read reviews on hotels, view your itinerary and get 1-tap access to information on flight delays and gate changes.
  • AT&T Navigator – If you're taking a road trip, get to your destination easily with voice-guided GPS navigation, traffic, and search.  Are we there yet?
  • Gas Buddy - Pinpoint the best price at the pump!  Locate gas stations near you to see their current gas prices.
  • AT&T DriveMode - When it comes to texting and driving, it can wait! The app automatically sends customizable auto-reply messages to incoming texts, letting your friends know that you’re behind the wheel and will reply when it's safe. www.itcanwait.com

Make the Most of Your Trip Apps:

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  • AllSnow Ski Report - Check out the slope conditions, weather, powder alerts, and offline trail maps. AllSnow Supports 2,000+ ski areas worldwide.
  • Taxi Magic - Let the app do all the work to find you a cab quickly.  It will find you, give you a list of local cab companies to choose from, confirm where you want to go and when you’re ready for pick up.  You can even pay through the app with your credit card. 
  • Surfline Surf Report - Check out the waves before heading out with live steaming HD cams. Surf's up!
  • Yelp - Find the best places to eat in town, get tips on entertainment, and even get local deals through this app.
  • Instagram - Share your good times with your friends. Filter your photos and share them on Facebook, Twitter and Tumblr too!

Have a safe and happy spring break!

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