Dear readers,

Season’s greetings to all!

For a few years now, I have worked with an app called GPSmyCity that converts travel blog posts into phone-friendly guides that feature GPS-coordinated maps. Users can download their favourite travel post for reference during their trip. The app is free to download and is designed to be used offline so no data plan or internet is needed, and no roaming either. Users of the app purchase a yearly subscription ($12.99-18.99) that allows them to download all articles for free.

The goal behind GPSmyCity is to encourage more people to explore new cities on foot via a self-guided tour. No pricey group walking tours with restrictive itineraries. No stuffy bus tours with restricted views and irritating passengers. Instead, you can roam at your own pace and discover a city’s lesser-known gems.

GPSmyCity is a great option for the inexperienced solo traveller who wants some help with navigation, or the nomadic, eco-minded backpacker who wants to pack light and use less paper. (And with the updated baggage charges many airlines have introduced after the pandemic, it helps to be selective with what we pack!)

In the spirit of giving at this time of year, the team at GPSmyCity is kindly offering 10 premium yearly memberships of this app free of charge. Each membership holder will be able to use the app on two devices for a whole calendar year, without paying.

If this sounds good to you, follow the below steps to claim this prize:

• Download the GPSmyCity app to your iOS or Android device
• Register for an account
• Go to the ‘More’ screen and click ‘Feedback’ to send the team an email with your name and claim code: 27041215
• Once the email is received, your premium membership will be enabled on your account. Yay!

There is no deadline to claim this prize, so feel free to browse the GPSmyCity app to get an idea of the offerings available. With thousands of travel articles from 1500+ cities, you’re bound to find something that interests you!

Wishing everyone a safe and happy holiday season!