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Bugfixes
In this version, we’ve made it easier to restore purchases. Additionally, we’ve adjusted the sorting of cities to make it more user-friendly. And last but not least, we’ve optimised our maps and navigation to make exploring even more seamless. Download the latest version now to experience these improvements for yourself!
We updated our software to make checking for crashes easier. Fortunately, a crash very rarely happens!
We launched our 81st city: Tashkent - the exciting capital of Uzbekistan!
Also we improved author pages and made it possible to download updated tips on mobile data (if you select to do so).
Thanks so much for your support! If you like what our locals are doing, we'd love a review of our app. If you have any tips or comments, please contact founder Bart directly at bart@spottedbylocals.com.
We resolved a big issue that new users were experiencing when starting up the app. The issue was caused by our map provider Telenav and resolved thanks to our developer Reinier!
If you have any feedback at all about our app, please contact co-founder Bart via bart@spottedbylocals.com. If you like what our locals are doing, we'd love a review!
We launched Tampere and now have guides for 80+ cities! Also we speeded up the app
If you have any feedback please email co-founder Bart at bart@spottedbylocals.com. If you like our locals' tips a review of our app helps us a lot!
We added a "search cities" bar to the landing page. Yes, finally! We keep adding new cities (77 as of today!) so it was about time...
Cities recently added: Beirut, Cairo, Rijeka, The Hague
We have improved our maps. They are now fully updated (November 2018), smaller & faster
Thanks so much for your support! If you like what our locals are doing, we'd love a review of our app. If you have any tips or comments, please contact founder Bart directly at bart@spottedbylocals.com.
We have upgraded for Android 9 and resolved a bug that occurred for a few users.
Thanks so much for your support! If you like what our locals are doing, we'd love a review of our app. If you have any tips or comments, please contact founder Bart directly at bart@spottedbylocals.com.
You can now preview all tips in a city and background info about all our Spotters before you decide to purchase any city guide.
Thanks so much for your support! If you like what our locals are doing, we'd love a review of our app. If you have any tips or comments, please contact founder Bart directly at bart@spottedbylocals.com.
A few minor cosmetic updates, and some "under the hood" reliability & speed improvement. And resolved 1 bug: city images were not showing on the start-up screen.
Thanks so much for your support! If you like what our locals are doing, we'd love a review of our app. If you have any tips or comments, please contact founder Bart directly at bart@spottedbylocals.com.
This update (April):
☞ See which cities you've previously purchased
☞ Better map positioning
☞ 4 new guides: Podgorica, Prishtina, Tbilisi & Yerevan
In January totally re-engineered and re-designed the entire app. New features:
☞ Add your own spots (like a hotel)
☞ See which spots were newly added
☞ Search all articles
If you enjoyed our locals' tips and the new app, we'd ❤ a review! If you have any feedback or ideas, please contact co-founder Bart via bart@spottedbylocals.com
This update (March):☞ See which cities you've previously purchased☞ Better map positioning☞ 4 new guides: Podgorica, Prishtina, Tbilisi & YerevanIn January totally re-engineered and re-designed the entire app. New features:☞ Add your own spots (like a hotel)☞ See which spots were newly added☞ Search all articlesIf you enjoyed our locals' tips and the new app, we'd ❤ a review! If you have any feedback or ideas, please contact co-founder Bart via bart@spottedbylocals.com
This update (February):☞ Resolved a map positioning issue on some devices☞ 4 new exciting European capitals: Podgorica, Prishtina, Tbilisi & YerevanIn January totally re-engineered and re-designed the entire app. New features:☞ Add your own spots (like a hotel)☞ See which spots were newly added☞ Search all articlesIf you enjoyed our locals' tips and the new app, we'd ❤ a review! If you have any feedback or ideas, please contact co-founder Bart via bart@spottedbylocals.com
We totally re-engineered and re-designed the Spotted by Locals app!☞ New feature: add your own spots (like a hotel)☞ New feature: See which spots were newly added☞ New feature: Search all articles☞ Much faster maps☞ A new "2018 proof" design & user interfaceIf you enjoyed our locals' tips and the new app, we'd ❤ a review! If you have any feedback or ideas, please contact co-founder Bart via bart@spottedbylocals.com
We totally re-engineered and re-designed the Spotted by Locals app!☞ New feature: add your own spots (like a hotel)☞ New feature: See which spots were newly added☞ New feature: Search all articles☞ Much faster maps☞ A new "2018 proof" design & user interfaceIf you enjoyed our locals' tips and the new app, we'd ❤ a review! If you have any feedback or ideas, please contact co-founder Bart via bart@spottedbylocals.com
☞ Added newest cities (Florence, Turin, Venice, Mexico City) also in offline mode☞ Fixed a small map issue☞ New pre-purchase screens showing app in more detail. And prettier :)If you enjoyed our locals' tips, we'd ❤ a review! If you have any feedback or ideas, please contact co-founder Bart via bart@spottedbylocals.com
☞ Added newest cities (Florence, Turin, Venice, Mexico City) also in offline mode☞ Fixed a small map issue☞ New pre-purchase screens showing app in more detail. And prettier :)If you enjoyed our locals' tips, we'd ❤ a review! If you have any feedback or ideas, please contact co-founder Bart via bart@spottedbylocals.com
☞ New pre-purchase screens showing app in more detail. And prettier :)If you enjoyed our locals' tips, we'd ❤ a review! If you have any feedback or ideas, please contact co-founder Bart via bart@spottedbylocals.com
> Gxed a "location not found" bug for Android 4 & 5 users> Improved mechanism for updating spots> Better & faster maps> Smarter use of GPS with "nearby" functionality> New startup screenIf you like our locals' tips you could help us tremendously by reviewing & rating the app!
Meet Spotted by Locals - the travel app that helps you experience cities like a local and discover hidden gems. With insider tips from our handpicked locals and a commitment to sustainable travel, our app is your guide to exploring cities off the beaten path. Say goodbye to tourist traps and hello to authentic experiences - download Spotted by Locals now!
Why?
- Discover 82 cities like a local
- Save your favourites
- Up-to-date articles
- Easy navigation
- Get to know our Spotters and their recommendations
Overtourism is a growing problem in many cities worldwide, causing negative impacts on local communities and the environment. At Spotted by Locals, we are committed to reducing these impacts and encouraging sustainable travel. By providing travellers with insider knowledge and encouraging them to explore lesser-known areas, we can help distribute tourism more evenly and support local businesses and communities. How do we do that?
- Responsible: writers (Spotters) are locals who live in the city, speak the local language and love their city. Spotters are not allowed to write about obvious tourist spots and international franchises. This increases the chance that the travel budget ends up with the local entrepreneur.
- Personal: Spotters are presented with their real names, social media channels, pictures, and motivation.
So why stick to the usual tourist itineraries when you can experience a city like a local? With our app, you'll have access to local curated recommendations, helping you avoid crowded tourist spots and discover hidden gems that make each city unique. Whether you're looking for the best local restaurants, hidden parks, or off-the-beaten-path museums, Spotted by Locals has you covered.
So why wait? Download Spotted by Locals now and start exploring the world like a local! Experience the authentic side of each city and discover hidden gems that will make your trip unforgettable.
Do you have any feedback regarding Spotted by Locals? Please let us know at welovefeedback@spottedbylocals.com. Are you missing a city on our list? Email us at jorn@spottedbylocals.com.