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How The Nudge Will Never Leave You Bored Again

The Nudge
Are you ever bored of checking out the same old touristy spots in your city and looking for some exciting new things to do? Do you ever feel like you need a little push to get out of your comfort zone and try new things?
Anybody who lives in a big city has experienced the issue of finding things to do on a weekend when they’re bored. Or, what about when you have a date coming up and you’re struggling to find an interesting outing?
I’m sure we’ve all met a person who always knows the best places to go, the coolest activities to do, and the most exciting outings. Well, now that person exists in all of our pockets as The Nudge app!
What is The Nudge?
The Nudge app is a free service that texts you videos from locals of their favorite things to do. Whether you want to go on a morning hike leading to ocean views, explore a lit vintage shop, or have a romantic date night, The Nudge has got you covered.
Each week, you’ll receive two (three if Nudge Plus) personalized “Nudges” that match your preferences and location. These Nudges will suggest an outing that you can go enjoy. For example, a Nudge may lay out a plan to check out a cool cafe, followed by a day hike, and finishing with a nice beach to chill at. You can choose from a multitude of lifestyle categories: Dates, Nature, Nights Out, Getaways, or just scroll on the All section. You can also browse through the app’s vault of hundreds of Nudges in your city and save the ones that interest you.

My Nudge I Received
Main Features
The Nudge app is not just a list of recommendations. It’s a complete guide that tells you everything you need to know to have a great time. Each Nudge includes a video that shows you what to expect, a description that gives you the details, and a map that shows you how to get there. You can also share your Nudges with your friends and invite them to join you.
Some of the main features of The Nudge app are:
Personalized Nudges - These are Nudges sent to you through text messages detailing videos from locals of their favorite things to do. These nudges are personalized based on preferences and location.
Video Guides/Map- Nudges contain short-form videos that show you what to expect on your outing along with maps that show you how to get to each Nudge.
Pro Tips - Nudges contain some cool tips regarding the event such a nice place to check out adjacent to the location, rules, and things to look for.
Vault - Your personal collection that contains hundreds of Nudges that you can browse and save.
Travel Mode (premium)- A feature that suggests Nudges to you when you’re on the go and in different cities.
Friends - The Nudge app invites you to see what Nudges your friends are checking out and allows you to share Nudges amongst each other.
Map View (premium) - A view of the map on the app that shows you all the Nudges around your location.
Nudge Planner - This is an exclusive program as part of the Nudge app where you can apply to be a Nudge planner and curate cool experiences for people.
Note: The Nudge app is current only in the following cities: Los Angeles, Austin, Chicago, Dallas, DC, Denver, Nashville, New York City, San Francisco, Seattle. Nudge Plus (premium version of the app) is $5 / month.
My Experience
I honestly love the Nudge app! I live in Los Angeles at the moment and while LA is a massive city with plenty of things to do, it can be hard to find unique experiences once you’ve exhausted most of the popular stuff. However, after downloading the Nudge app, I’ve found countless things to do that I had no idea about.
For example, I found a Nudge for an awesome cannabis lounge located in West Hollywood. It showed me all the information I needed to know, including whether reservations were needed, how to find it, and the hours they were open. The video guide is especially nice because you get to immediately see what experiencing the place or event will be like. It also feels far more personal because a Nudger is describing the attraction and giving you information on it.
Cannabis Lounge Nudge | Cannabis Lounge Nudge |
The text message feature is fantastic because it feels so personable and it provides you a link to the Nudge on the app. The two Nudges through text arrive on Monday and Wednesday, so I already have a plan for the weekend when it arrives.
Why The Nudge?
The Nudge app is designed to make your life more fun and easy. You don’t have to spend hours searching for things to do online or asking around for suggestions. You don’t have to worry about missing out on the best spots or events in your city. All you have to do is sign up for The Nudge app and let it do the work for you.
In my opinion, the Nudge is more than just an app. It’s a lifestyle. It’s a community of people who love to explore, discover, and enjoy life. Nudges are perfect for people from all avenues looking to add some spice to their life. I mean, who doesn’t want to find cool things in their city?
By joining The Nudge app, you’ll become part of the #nudging fam, a group of adventurous, social, and romantic souls who are always up for something new. You’ll also get the added benefit of exclusive perks and discounts from local businesses and partners.
Download The Nudge app today and get ready to have fun IRL! You’ll be amazed by how much more exciting your life can be with a little nudge from your pocket friend.
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