Thinking about a holiday? Course you are. It’s nice having something fun to look forward to.
Plus, this is the best time to get one sorted. Lots of travel companies offer cut price deals and discounts on loads of destinations. There’s genuinely something (or somewhere) for everyone. From solo ventures to romantic getaways with your better half.
But you want a holiday with a difference, right? A trip that swaps chilling by the pool for something a bit more thrilling. We’ve travelled far and wide to find the best apps and websites. One’s tailor made for planning a more unique kind of trip.
Grab your suitcase. Pick up your passport. Put on your shades. We’re off exploring…
Lucky Trip
We’ve all heard about a lucky dip. But how about a Lucky Trip? If you can never decide where to go – or just love being spontaneous – then this is for you. You can plan a whole trip in just one tap. All you’ve got to do is set your budget and press a button. Your randomised holiday is now in the hands of the travelling gods.
Your recommended trip is sorted into three parts: the country, a place to stay and an activity. So, you don’t even have to do much planning yourself. If you like the look of what’s been suggested, you can then book everything quickly and easily. Who knows, you might even find your new favourite place to visit.
And if you don’t like what’s been put in front of you, that’s ok. Just press the button again and see what else comes up.
Website: https://luckytrip.co.uk/
Contiki
Contiki takes curated destinations, sustainable tourism, and like-minded travellers – mashing them together for some globe-trotting goodness.
The first thing you need to do is pick somewhere to go. And the list of options is almost endless. They organise trips to every continent – from Africa to South America, Europe to Asia. And these trips aren’t ordinary either. You’ll be joined by a Trip Manager for a start. They’re experts in wherever you’re visiting and are responsible for all your day-to-day activities. Want to know about the local history? They’ve got the facts. Have a problem with your accommodation? They’ll sort it out.
And most importantly, they’ll introduce you to the people you’ll be travelling with. Contiki is all about social travel after all. Almost 60% of the people who use Contiki are riding solo, so most of the people on your trip are in the same boat. It’s a genuinely brilliant way to make new friends and memories for life. No matter whether you’re more reserved, or the life and soul of the party.
Website: https://www.contiki.com/
Topdeck
Topdeck do holidays in style. And by style, we mean 4 different ones. Pick from Get Social, Play & Pause, Delve Deep or Sail & Swim to find an adventure that suits you.
Delve Deep is the most immersive of the 4 options. If you consider yourself a bit of a wannabee Indiana Jones, this is for you. You’ll explore the local food scene – scouring street markets for tasty treats. You’ll stay in desert camps and rustic cabins. And you’ll experience customs and activities that you won’t find anywhere else.
Then you’ve got Get Social and Play & Pause, which are at the opposite ends of the travel spectrum. The first puts you in a big group of up to 48 people. And you’ll be doing everything together. Ticking off those bucket list moments. Staying in hostels. Partying into the night. Fast-paced fun is guaranteed.
Play & Pause is more laid back - with a balance of relaxation and exploration. You’ll be in a much smaller group and will stay in private rooms. You’ll be seeing all the big sites, joined by a Trip Leader, but you’ll also have plenty of time to go off and do your own thing as well.
Sail & Swim takes things to the high seas. Think beautiful beaches, crystal-clear waters, and a boat to sleep and travel on. Oh. And a bit of sailing and swimming thrown in too.
So, whether you want to chill, take in the local culture, or hit the town, Topdeck has a holiday waiting for you.
Website: https://www.topdeck.travel/
Got a great app or website we’ve missed? Been somewhere amazing recently? Let us know in the comments down below.