Locate restaurants and shops nearby

Finding a restaurant has never been easier. The iPhones have built in location devices. The following applications allow you to quickly find highly rated places within walking distance.

The following links may prompt your computer to open iTunes. Blame Apple, not me for such silly linking behavior.

• Where (free)
• Local Picks – by Trip Advisor (free)
• iWant (free)

Language Tools

Foreign travel is much better when you have a basic understanding of the local language. Fortunately, there are a few applications that help you learn a foreign language — or at least get by when trying to order something to eat. Many of the applications give audio and written translations.

• French – iLingo ($9.99)
• Talking French Phrasebook (free)
• French Phrasebook – Lonely Planet ($9.99)
• Talking Italian Phrasebook (free)
• German – iLingo ($9.99)

More Applications?

What are your favorite applications for vegetarian travelers? Have you found an application not mentioned above? Leave a comment below.

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