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Weather apps for holiday travel:
Dark Sky
iOS and Android — FREE
Exactly how much predication and when
Real-time impacts on travel conditions
Easy to use, focuses on a few key things that impact travel (snow/rain/wind and cold)
Apps to help with flying and other related travel items:
GateGuru
iOS and Android - FREE
Basic flight tracking capabilities
Also input your itinerary and all of your travel details are connected with useful information such as where to check in, current airport line wait times, aiport amenities (and locations near you and/or your gate).
Apps to help you pack for your holiday trip:
PackPoint
iOS and Android - FREE
Enter gender, destination, dates and length of stay, as well as activities (formal dinners, beach outings, etc). Also asks how many bags you would like to take/check.
Then searches weather forecast and makes a customized list of what you might need, creates a check list, and even offers packing tips.
Nest Carbon monoxide/Smoke
iOS and Android app — $99/each
Alerts you via app of any smoke or carbon monoxide detection If you do not respond, or tell the app it is a real alert, they call the Fire Dept. and get them there. Could save your home from a Christmas tree fire while you’re away.
Ring Stick-Up Cam
iOS and Android Apps — $199/each, $249/each with Solar Panel (for outdoor) Requires no wires, mount anywhere Rechargeable batteries (via plug or the sun with solar panel) HD, Color, Two-Way Audio, Night Vision Get alerts for motion, records motion to the cloud, see anywhere inside/out from anywhere you have an Internet connection. True piece of mind to see your home and receive alerts of unwanted visitors.
