Hi All,Just a quickie post today about mapping and direction (how-to-get-there) type websites.
Some quality sites that have good maps, easy-to-read directions and a few that have some extra 'perks' include:
Google Maps
Users can enter the address of where they are leaving from and the address of there destination. Users can click on the 'Direction' icon and a menu will appear when users can enter the starting point and the destination. Once that information is entered a map appears and the route is traced in blue. Trip length - both in time and distance (miles) appears on the screen. The actual turn-by-turn directions are included as well. Users can scroll in on the map to get a more detailed view of the trip. Users can also scroll out on the map to get a more general - larger - view of the trip. And, of course, the map can be printed so that you can use it when you are on the trip. With Google Maps users can get an actual street view of that the street looks like. Users can also get a satellite view of the map they are looking at.
A new feature that Google Maps has is the option to choose a travel route by mode of transportation. For example, users can see how to get from A to B by car, walking, bicycle or by bus.
Users can share maps, embed maps in documents, change search settings and save map search history for the future.
Mapquest.com
Mapquest is a competitor to Google Maps. Some folks think it is better than Google Maps. Others don't. Take your pick. But....Mapquest enables users to find charging stations for cards, lodging, restaurants, travel services, shopping, and more. There is a MapQuest app available - just click the option 'App' and then enter your mobile phone number and the app will be sent to your phone. Like Google Maps, users can print, email or link the map as well as scroll in and out of the map (once generated) to get the 'bigger' or 'smaller' picture of the map. Once a map is generated, estimate fuel cost is available. Alternate routes are given as possible options for the user. Live traffic can be seen by clicking on the Live Traffic option. Also, traffic cameras are identified along a particular route.
So there ya have it...now there is no reason for you to be late or to get lost when you visit anybody, anywhere, anytime.
Hope the maps work well for you!
Regards,
Stu
