No one wants to feel like a tourist. And these days, people don't even want to feel like travelers, but want to experience a place like a local. Luckily, there's an app for that. Multiple apps even.
From sleeping in a local's apartment to getting them to cook you a meal there, these 10 apps will turn you into an insider anywhere you go.
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Airbnb
The Airbnb app allows travelers to peruse over 600,000 home listings in more than 34,000 cities. Hosts are usually happy to share their favorite hangouts, and neighborhood gems, giving any stay a unique local taste.
Cost: Free
Available on: iOS, Android, Windows Phone
BlaBlaCar
What's more local than hitching a ride with a buddy? Currently in Europe only, this app connects drivers that have empty seats with travelers in need of a ride. Even better, you can choose your desired level of chattiness and engagement through the blabla index, making Euro travel more sociable... and cheaper, as you're basically just helping cover gas, like a true friend.
Cost: Free
Available on: iOS, Android
Eatwith
Nothing immerses you more into a culture than a home cooked meal in someone's private home. Eatwith allows you to do just that, in 150 countries. The meal-sharing app connects tourists and locals willing to cook for them for a fee. Hosts can set up meals, while users simply pick which time, place, or menu appeals to them the most. And yes, the over 500 chefs on Eatwith have all been vetted.
Cost: Free
Available on: iOS
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