Information Resources for International Study & Study Abroad (Summerville Campus): Travel Guides & Apps

The resources identified in this LibGuide are by no means a comprehensive list of resources available through Augusta University Libraries. 

• To identify books, eBooks, DVDs, and other items in the Reese or Greenblatt Libraries' collections, use the GIL-Find catalog. 
• To identify materials held at other USG Libraries, use GIL-Universal catalog and our GIL Express service. 
• To identify materials beyond the local region, use the WorldCat catalog.

• ARTstor mobile
  ARTstor is now accessible to registered users and users who are on-site at their licensed institution on compatible mobile operating systems. The mobile site for Apple devices and mobile app for Android devices allows users to search, browse, and view previously created image groups. NOTE: YOU MUST REGISTER FOR A PERSONAL ACCOUNT TO USE THIS SITE.
  

• EbscoHost
  All of the databases available through EBSCOhost—as well as Business Book Summaries and EBSCO’s leading medical databases DynaMed and Nursing Reference Center—are available through one or more mobile applications that are supported by most mobile devices. EBSCO databases include:
  
• Academic Search Complete
• Advanced Placement Source
• Business Source Complete
• Communication & Mass Media Complete
• Computer Science Index
• Consumer Health Complete
• EBSCOhost Español
• ERIC
  
• MLA International Bibliography
• PsycINFO
• SocINDEX 
• SPORTDiscus
  
  
• LexisNexis Academic Mobile
  LexisNexis Academic Mobile database provides a quick news, business, or legal search for users on the go. While not all of the content in the full version is accessible through the mobile interface, basic searches can be executed quickly and easily. Full results lists or single documents can be e-mailed to users for later access.
  

• WorldCat Mobile and App
  WorldCat.org helps you find books, movies, music and more in a library near you. Locate nearby libraries that own a specific item you want, view library information including location, phone number and e-mail address, or link to library Web catalog for more item information.
  
  

The State Hermitage presents an authoritative iPhone and iPad application which will take you on a fascinating journey around the rooms of the famous museum. Enjoy the masterpieces of the Hermitage collection, learn more about them, admire the magnificent palace interiors of the grand royal residence of Russian Emperors

Travel Advisories

• State Department
  Travel advisories from the U. S. State Department. 
   
• Traveler's Health
  Provided by the Centers for Disease Control this site provides health advisories related to travel.

Finding Your Way Around

• AllSubway
  Database application containing a collection of the world's busiest subway maps. 
   
• Fodor's City Guides
  Get insider tips and recommendations for the best sights, dining & nightlife, lodging, and shopping from the experts at Fodor's Travel — for FREE on your mobile device. With the apps' simple navigation, you won't be a bumbling tourist; Fodor's City Guides are like having a local guide with you every step of the way.

• Google Maps
  Explore new places, discover local favorites and navigate your world with Google Maps. Voice guided turn-by-turn GPS navigation and more. Now available on iPhone and iPad with a simple, easy-to-use design

• Lonely Planet
  Start your journey with the world’s favourite travel guides and phrasebooks designed specifically for your iPhone, all available in one free app. 

• TripAdvisor
  Millions of traveler reviews, photos, maps from TripAdvisor. Plan and have your perfect trip. With over 100 million reviews and opinions by travelers, TripAdvisor makes it easy to find the lowest airfare, best hotels, great restaurants, and fun things to do, wherever you go.

• UNESCO World Heritage
  Use the UNESCO World Heritage app to explore all the World Heritage sites at home or while on your travels, choosing your favourites and marking them off as you visit them.

• Yelp!
  Looking for a burrito joint open now? An Irish pub nearby? A gas station you can drive to before your tank hits empty? Yelp for your iPhone or iPad is here to help. Use us to search for places to eat, shop, drink, relax and play then read reviews from an active community of locals in the know. 

 Communicating Abroad

• Converse
  Converse is a language translator for conversations. Use the unique dual-keyboard layout to break down the language barrier and have a real conversation.
  
  Google Translate
• Translate words and phrases between more than 60 languages using Google Translate for iOS. For most languages, you can speak your phrases and hear the corresponding translations.
  
  Interpret
• "Interpret" is the most powerful language translator available for the iPhone. "Interpret" provides free translation for over 50 languages!

Keeping Informed

• Associated Press
  AP Mobile offers the world's news at your fingertips. Personalize your news to meet your needs. Select stories from your trusted local newspapers and broadcasters and combine it with the best of AP's videos, photos, national, and international coverage.

• BBC News
  Get the latest, breaking news from the BBC and our global network of journalists.

Staying Organized

• DropBox
  Dropbox lets you bring all your photos, docs, and videos anywhere and share them easily. Access any file you save to your Dropbox from all your computers, iPhone, iPad and even the Dropbox website!
   
• EverNote
  Evernote is an easy-to-use, free app that helps you remember everything across all of the devices you use. Stay organized, save your ideas and improve productivity. Evernote lets you take notes, capture photos, create to-do lists, record voice reminders--and makes these notes completely searchable, whether you are at home, at work, or on the go..

• TripIt
  Organize your travel plans in one place with TripIt® from Concur. Simply forward your travel confirmation emails to plans@tripit.com and TripIt automagically creates a detailed daily itinerary for every trip.

 Connecting with Friends and Family

• PostaGram
  Postagram turns your iPhone, Instagram, Facebook & Dropbox photos into a beautiful postcard delivered by mail.

• Skype
  Say “hello” to friends and family with an instant message, voice or video call on Skype for free. There’s so much you can do, right from the palm of your hand.
   
• WhatsApp
  WhatsApp Messenger is a smartphone messenger available for iPhone and other smartphones. WhatsApp uses your 3G or WiFi (when available) to message with friends and family. Switch from SMS to WhatsApp to send and receive messages, pictures, audio notes, and video messages
   
• Facebook
• Instagram
• Twitter

Financial Smarts

• Converter Plus
  Converter Plus is a unit converter with the most extensive list of currencies and units in hundreds of categories. Converter Plus also comes with many calculators like mortgage, loan, tip, fuel consumption and many others for everyday problems. 
   
• Mint
  Stay on top of your finances. See what's happening with all your accounts – checking, savings, investments, retirement – at any moment of the da

• XE Currency
  Convert every world currency with the XE Currency App – Free Edition. It offers live proprietary currency rates, charts, and even stores the last updated rates, so it works when the Internet doesn't.