The Ministry of Tourism has launched another travel app called ‘Tripigator’ for Android, after releasing the less glamorous but more informative ‘Incredible India’ app in September this year. Tripigator is a travel-planning app that customises itinerary according to the user’s preferences such as budget, number of people travelling and month of travel. It also takes into account criteria such as trip type (premium, economic or luxurious), interests (adventure, wildlife etc.) and the energy level of the trip (relaxed, normal and active.) For those who don’t have a place in mind but still want to travel, the app gives suggestions based on the input. How it works? After the initial details have been filled in, the app suggests places to go, modes of transportation that would get you to the place and an estimate of the budget. The app and the website both provide enough information to help you choose your next travel destination. The app also lists flight numbers and timings and provides a total estimate of how much time the entire trip would take. Other useful information the app offers is the best time to travel to a particular place, things to do, routes to eateries and chemists etc. The app also has a 'Near me now' option that lets users plan short 1-2 day trips to nearby locations. Why we love the app? The interface is smooth with a very modern feel, even though the ‘collaborate’ option is annoying. Users can share their itinerary with others. The search criteria are…
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