13 of the Best Travel Apps That Will Make Your Vacations a Breeze

If you aren't sure about learning the language before you go, be sure to download a free, offline language pack inside Google Translate. Getting a translation is as simple as pointing the camera at a piece of text — like a menu or sign — and letting it scan the words. The app can also help you speak to locals, even if they don't speak a lick of English. Simply type in a sentence and let the app speak for you.