mTrip unveils iPhone app

Montreal-based travel guide specialist mTrip has unveiled an application for the iPhone and iPod Touch.

Montreal-based travel guide specialist mTrip has unveiled an application for the iPhone and iPod Touch.

The application provides travel guides and user-generated content on nine US and European cities so far.

mTrip allows users to plan their itinerary whilst in a city based on their interests, trip dates, the pace they want to go at, opening hours and the location of attractions.

Users can also access ratings and reviews from other users as well as add their own content and share it with friends and peers via Facebook or e-mail.

mTrip also features augmented reality capability giving users an enhanced view of attractions.

The application also allows users to see where they are on a map, share information and use the augmented reality feature without incurring roaming charges.