Stay Fierce and Navigate with Style: How Solo Travelers Rock Google Maps!
Safe and Savvy My Top Tip for Solo Travelers - Creating Customized Google Maps for 7 Countries I've Explored
Traveling solo in 7 countries has given me valuable experience. My top tip for staying safe is to create customized Google Maps.
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What’s up, fashionistas? Looking to conquer the world one stylish adventure at a time? Well, as a seasoned solo traveler, I’ve got a fabulous tip for you to stay safe and slay the travel game: Create a custom Google Map of all your stops! It’s like a personal fashion show of your itinerary, and trust me, it’s a game-changer.
Some may cringe at the thought of parents tracking their every move, but as a 27-year-old jet-setting diva, I consider it a blessing. My mom has been my stylish travel guardian ever since I got my first phone in eighth grade. At first, it bothered me, but now I embrace it. After all, who doesn’t love a little extra peace of mind, especially when strutting through uncharted territories alone?
Let me spill the beans on my trendy secret: I don’t just give my mom a vague idea of where I am, oh no. I go all out and create a custom Google Map that showcases my entire travel agenda. It’s like my own virtual catwalk, revealing all the fabulous destinations I plan to conquer. And boy, does it make my mom one proud fashionista!
Imagine this: I’m on a two-week backpacking trip through Europe, making my way through Germany, Austria, Italy, and Switzerland. To keep my mom in the fashion loop, I whip up a map that would make even Anna Wintour swoon. Pins, colors, and icons galore, showcasing everything from the hottest eateries to the most Instagrammable spots. It’s like traveling with my personal glam squad, and mom gets a front-row seat to the ultimate fashion adventure.
Now, I know what you’re thinking: “How does this help with safety?” Well, feast your eyes on this! With a simple glance at my fashion-forward map, my mom can see exactly where I plan to wine, dine, and conquer the world. Not only that, but I also send her my itinerary, letting her in on the stylish details of when I’ll be arriving and departing each location. It’s like a chic fashion forecast of my travels, darling.
And hey, life happens, plans change, and fabulous opportunities come knocking unexpectedly. But don’t fret! I always let my mom in on the haute couture secrets of my on-the-go adventures. It’s all about keeping her fashionably informed, so she doesn’t lose her chic over my unexpected detours.
Creating these custom maps isn’t just about being organized (though who doesn’t love a well-curated closet?). It’s about feeling safe, knowing that someone back home has got your fashionable back. So, my fellow fashion-forward jet-setters, take note, whip out your smartphones, and let’s create our very own Google Maps fashion show!
How to Create a Custom Google Map:
Image: Google Maps
- Open up Google Maps and tap “Saved” in the left panel. Time to enter the fashion realm of your saved places.
- On the far-right, tap “Maps,” like a true fashion icon embracing change and stepping onto new runways.
- In the Maps tab, tap “Create Map” and prepare to embark on your glamorous journey. It’s time to put those fabulous stops and destinations on the map!
- Level up your fashion game by using layers to separate the different cities you’ll be strutting through. It’s like organizing your walk-in closet, but instead, it’s a walk-in world map. Chic, right?
Now, the real style magic happens when you start adding pins for each fabulous destination. Get ready: it’s time to unleash your inner fashionista! Tap the fancy paint bucket icon to customize the color and symbolize each stop. Use food icons for mouth-watering restaurants, bed icons for your glamorous stays, and since we’re all about capturing that perfect Instagrammable moment, a camera icon for all those stunning scenic spots. We’re not just conquering the world; we’re doing it in style!
And, darlings, remember that the magic of fashion is best shared. So don’t forget to share your custom map, itinerary, and whereabouts with someone you trust. Like in an incredible ensemble, confidence is key, and knowing that someone is looking out for you adds that extra dose of glam to your fabulous adventure.
So, my stylish wanderers, let’s conquer the world with Google Maps as our ultimate fashion guide. Solo travel doesn’t have to be daunting; it can be your chance to shine brighter than the Eiffel Tower at sunset. Are you ready to unleash your travel tips and tricks? VoiceAngel wants to hear from you! Email us at [email protected] and let’s keep the fashion conversation going! Stay fabulous and slay the globe, my darlings!
