Google Maps

Google maps was a feature in google which I have never really learnt how to use. However, I've been an avid user since I was introduced to the wonders of Google Maps. Basically, what Google map offers would be the step by step directions from one place to another whereby you can choose to view it from 3 different ways. The amazing thing is that should you need to SEE how it looks like when you get there, you can always click on the street view button to view the surroundings. This was the feature that got me hooked to using Google Maps because I did not have to worry about whether I might have missed a turn but I could see where the actually turn or junction was. I would probably have made you guys a little confused by what I could see so do take some time to view the video below to have a clearer idea. :)

How cool is this? This particular function made things so much easier for me to find my way rather than just getting directions to where my destination was, I could view it for myself. The step by step directions coupled with the street view allowed me to know exactly how to get from one place to the other. Honestly, it was a "wow" moment for me because I've been so used to GPS or maps telling me how to get from one place to another in words and never really in pictures.

Embedding and sending the email is really convenient to allow my friends to find a place or just view the places that I want to visit and have marked on the map. Not only does it make it convenient for me but it is also convenient to share this information with others.

Also, another feature I did not know about was the My Maps function where I could save and create a route that can be shared with my friends if I wanted to plan an activity. I guess this would be very useful if someone was to plan an Amazing Race?

Overall, this was an extremely useful and practical Map that I have been using and the convenience it has saved me definitely keeps me coming back for more.

Google Maps FTW!