recommendations for cruise apps beyond the ships apps

[shipshape sam]

Just read about a cruising app that has some great info.  

 

Any app you are using that you think would help other cruisers, please let us know.  

 

Thanks!😀

[FlaMariner]

I use Shipmate to keep track of past/future cruises.

 

 

[dreamer321]

I like CruiseMapper to see where I'm at and what the name of that other ship I see on the horizon is.

 

[The-Inside-Cabin]

Helpful APPS for your phone

Here are some APPS s that I find helpful while cruising.   I use all these apps myself.  The links here are for the iPhone version, but you can usually find one for Android.

Pocket Earth - Better Daily Track Feature than Maps.me

MAPS.ME

This map works anywhere without a data plan.  Download the files before you leave so you can use the offline mode.   This APP has a breadcrumb mode that will keep track of where you have been all day.   To turn on the breadcrumb mode – go to SETTINGS, then look for RECENT TRACK  and select ONE DAY

Peak Finder

This lets you find the name and elevation of any visible peak.  Great when cruising down the coast and are curious about the name of nearby mountains.   Be sure to download the data before you leave so it will work in the offline mode.  The data files are very large.

Marine Traffic

This will help you identify nearby ships.   It does require an active internet connection.

Cruise Mapper – Specializes in cruise ship locations

WhatsApp

This messaging app is used by many of your tour guides.  A great way to connect with them when you arrive in port

 SkyView

Helps to find stars in the night sky.

Star Tracker – works while offline

Google Translate

This lets you view foreign language placards and other signs.  It can also translate text and voice while offline as long as you download the dictionary in advance.

GlobeConvert

This apps converts both currency and units – works offline