# Insight Guides Walking Eye

> Digital companion for printed travel guides, offering tours, blogs, and destination content. (iPhone/iPad app by APA Publications (UK) Ltd..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/insight-guides-walking-eye/id1053867129 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [APA Publications (UK) Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/405276869)
- Category: Travel, Books
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 2.10/5 from 54 App Store ratings · 100 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 12+
- Requires: iOS 6.0 · 76 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2015-11-20
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/insight-guides-walking-eye/id1053867129/reviews.md

## What is Insight Guides Walking Eye?

Walking Eye app by Insight Guides
Insight Guides’ brand-new Walking Eye app connects printed travel guides (published 2016) with digital destination content and eBooks. 

The container app provides standard free content in a chosen destination and includes:

•Activities – free access to a range of local guided tours and sightseeing activities, with the option to book

• Inspire me – our travel blog, updated on a daily basis, which helps you to plan your trip, explore local culture and have truly special experiences 

• Ebooks – browse a list of our eBooks, which are available free to customers who have bought a printed book to the dedicated destination, or for purchase individually 

• Destinations – browse a list of all available destination premium content for the app, available for free to customers who have bought a printed book to the dedicated destination, or for purchase individually

• Ships – hundreds of independent reviews of river (from May 2016) and ocean (from August 2016) cruise ships available for free to customers who bought a printed edition of "River Cruising in Europe" or "Cruising & Cruise Ships", or for purchase individually


Premium content

This provides curated premium destination content and full access to all of the app’s information and functions, which is also completely available offline:

• Frequently updated hotel, restaurant and shop listings, carefully chosen and recommended by local experts 
• Highlights and places of interest divided by category or region
• A to Z of practical information - a complete directory of handy travel tips on everything from visa regulations to local etiquette
• Around me option to find places of interest nearby 
• You can plan a trip, creating a list of your chosen places to visit by adding them to Favourites, or add your own places
• Share your experience with friends using email, Twitter or Facebook
• Access to update for the latest listings following verification of your ownership, or purchase of the destination content

## Key features

- Digital content for printed guides
- Free local tours and activities
- Daily travel blog
- eBook and destination guide access
- Offline premium content
- Expert-recommended listings
- Trip planning and favorites

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Destination France (DCP) | $4.99 | one-time |
| Destination Japan | $4.99 | one-time |
| Destination Sicily (DCP) | $4.99 | one-time |
| City Guide Paris  (DCP) | $5.99 | one-time |
| Experience London (DCP) | $5.99 | one-time |
| Insight Guides Ireland (DCP) | $4.99 | one-time |
| Destination Portugal | $4.99 | one-time |
| Destination Iceland | $4.99 | one-time |
| Destination Spain | $4.99 | one-time |
| Destination Scotland | $4.99 | one-time |
| Destination Taiwan | $4.99 | one-time |
| Destination Morocco | $4.99 | one-time |
| Destination Croatia | $4.99 | one-time |
| Insight Guides Greece (DCP) | $4.99 | one-time |
| Destination Malaysia | $4.99 | one-time |
| Destination Norway | $4.99 | one-time |
| Explore Bruges (ebook 2017) | $6.99 | one-time |
| Insight Guides South Korea (DCP) | $4.99 | one-time |
| Insight Guides Australia (DCP) | $4.99 | one-time |
| Destination Cuba | $4.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of Insight Guides Walking Eye?

Overall sentiment: negative

**Pros**

- 📱 Works smoothly on compatible devices
- 📚 Free ebook access with physical book purchase
- 🎯 Intuitive interface when functioning properly
- ✅ Convenient mobile access to guidebooks
- 🔄 Easy ebook transfer to iBooks app

**Cons**

- 🐛 QR code scanning fails consistently
- ❌ Ebook download hangs or fails to complete
- 🔐 Login authentication issues (Facebook, Google, email)
- 📵 App crashes and freezes during verification
- ⚠️ Incompatible with current iOS versions
- 🗑️ Downloaded content disappears after access
- 🚫 Invalid credentials after app updates
- 💔 Poor customer support responsiveness
- 🎯 Limited and outdated content in guides
- 💰 Misleading 'free' offerings with hidden requirements
- 🔗 Broken web links and unrelated advertising
- 📍 Geolocation features fail to work
- 🗺️ Map functionality non-functional
- 🔄 Requires repeated re-downloads of content
- 😤 Confusing user interface and unclear workflows

**Commonly reported bugs**

- QR code not recognized or marked as invalid
- Ebook download stuck at various percentages or fails with 'cannot be downloaded at the moment' error
- App freezes on verification screen showing 'Please wait...' indefinitely
- Login fails with Facebook, Google, and email authentication methods
- Downloaded ebooks disappear from app after 10 days
- Ebook opens as share/airdrop dialog instead of readable content
- App crashes when uploading screenshot to support page
- Index.html error on app load
- Geolocation shows results 200+ miles away from user location
- Map feature non-functional or missing for certain regions
- Support form fails to send messages
- Password reset link doesn't work or won't accept new passwords
- App requires login every time despite previous authentication
- Content fails to load or display after app updates
- Incompatible with iPhone models 6 and newer
- Google authentication returns security protocol error
- Scanning module inaccessible or non-functional

**Most requested features**

- Phone-friendly app version instead of just ebook link
- Working QR code scanner functionality
- Offline map and navigation features
- Itinerary building and route optimization
- Integration with navigation apps
- Updated content for current travel information
- Face ID or biometric login option
- Ability to change app-generated passwords
- No mandatory email signup for core features
- Comprehensive destination information (museums, castles, monuments)
- Better search and filtering by destination
- Geolocation-based recommendations near user location

## Recent user reviews (10 of 100)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/insight-guides-walking-eye/id1053867129/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Guide is  a Waste of Money

*2024-01-07, version 1.2.26*

I downloaded the ebook after buying the Glasgow Guide book at Waterstones. I was suckered by the promise of more info on the app. The ebook I downloaded wouldn’t open on my iPhone 12. After downloading the ebook to my phone it disappeared from the app so I had no access to it at all. The guide book is poor. No general info on public transport systems in Glasgow, for instance. Wish I hadn’t bought it. Total waste of money.

### 1/5 — No Free eBook or App as advertised on purchase of paper book

*2023-10-04, version 1.2.26*

As per review by another person there was no  eNook or app available as promised on the real book cover. 
Please fix this problem or refund me my book price £16.99

### 1/5 — App useless as won’t read QR code

*2023-09-03, version 1.2.26*

Title says it all really

### 1/5 — Really have to pay

*2023-07-06, version 1.2.26*

Why do u have to pay because that’s expensive mostly if u travel every year or month ur plane ticket is expensive now 9 to 17 dollars about some half useless book

### 1/5 — App cannot load QR code

*2023-07-01, version 1.2.26*

Try to use the QR code listed in the front of the newly purchased inside guide to Japan, but this feels to work. When replying to the support team, the prompts refer to which iPhone model I have “e.g. 6”, showing how out of date this software is given we are now at model 14.  A prompt to upload any fault on the page with a photograph (screenshot), crashes me out of the support page. Given the comments from other users, it doesn’t look like there has been any attempt to try and improve this app in many years.

### 1/5 — E-book download

*2023-03-01, version 1.2.26*

Bought the book, tried to download the ebook for when we’re out and about, no chance. Doesn’t work, waste of time and money. Wish we’d just bought a decent ebook instead as taking a book out with us is not really practical. No idea about content as I assume it’s as out of date as the app!

### 1/5 — Horrible

*2022-12-05, version 1.2.26*

The map feature for Scotland did not work. Very limited tourist and restaurant recommendations. Save your money.

### 1/5 — Rubbish

*2022-11-23, version 1.2.26*

Doesn’t work

### 1/5 — Dont  get!

*2022-09-02, version 1.2.26*

Honestly dont waste your time. I thought it would be an ebook of the physical book which would be very useful. Its completely useless adverts. Insight guides
 should know better and redo it completely asap.

### 1/5 — QR code in book invalid

*2022-07-31, version 1.2.26*

Bought the book but cannot access it on the app as the “qr code is invalid”

## Frequently asked questions about Insight Guides Walking Eye

### What does the Walking Eye app do?

The Walking Eye app by Insight Guides connects your printed travel guides with digital destination content. It offers free access to local tours, a travel blog, and eBooks. You can also purchase premium content for offline access to hotel, restaurant, and shop listings, as well as practical travel information.

### How do I access premium content?

Premium content is available for free to customers who have purchased a printed book for the dedicated destination. Alternatively, you can purchase destination content individually within the app. This premium content provides offline access to all information and functions.

### Is the app compatible with older printed guides?

The app is designed to work with printed travel guides published from 2016 onwards. It specifically mentions content for printed books published in 2016. For older editions, the digital integration might not be fully supported.

### What kind of information is included in the premium content?

Premium content includes frequently updated hotel, restaurant, and shop listings recommended by local experts. It also features highlights and places of interest, a comprehensive A to Z of practical travel information, and an 'around me' option to find nearby places.

### Can I plan my trip using this app?

Yes, you can plan your trip by creating a list of your chosen places to visit and adding them to your 'Favourites'. You can also add your own places to this list. This feature helps you organize your itinerary and personalize your travel experience.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.2.26 — 2018-10-27

Bug fixes

### 1.2.25 — 2018-06-13

New River Ships + Bug Fixes

### 1.2.24 — 2018-06-06

New River Ships edition

### 1.2.21 — 2018-03-15

Fixed issues with QR scanning and destination content.

### 1.2.16 — 2017-06-02

Lots of bug fixes.

## More apps by APA Publications (UK) Ltd.

- [Insight Guides English Phrasebooks](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/insight-guides-english-phrasebooks/id960297807)

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