7 things to make traveling easier

One of life's greatest joys is turning on the "Out of Office" feature for your work email. Peace out, coworkers!

But before you pack those bags to escape, you'll want to pick up these travel essentials to make your trip a bit easier. You'll have plenty of time to stress out once you're back. It'll be Monday again soon enough.

1. A language learning app

Wouldn't it be nice to engage in meaningful conversations with locals in foreign countries rather than just pointing at things? With uTalk Language Education, you can pick up a new language at your own pace, on your own time, and on any device. Choose six of over 130 languages, and the app will yield real, practical vocabulary that you can use in a variety of human situations. Unlike other language courses, uTalk lets you learn from native voice artists who actually know their stuff. It even lets you track your progress through a slew of speaking games. Read more...