Okay, let’s think “outside the box here”, that box-like electronic device. Our dependence on cell phones, computers, tablets and navigation systems begs the question: what did we do before all these toys? In the case of travel planning, we looked at maps before going off on our journey. This may have prevented the panic and stress of getting lost. Many people still do prefer to know where they are going beforehand, in particular, to see the “big picture. They can’t see that on screens of perhaps 5” or even on computer monitors up to 23”.
Of course, some things can go awry such as your phone not working in certain areas. Or your battery is dead. Maybe you drop your hand-held device. And don’t mention glancing at your small screen quickly when driving. A good map of a city will show you places of interest, without which you will have to know what those places are. Or ask Siri by subject. That presumes you know what to ask. Using our “State in Your Pocket” California Road Map will show you the big picture. Or you could just drive around, hoping that the State Highway Department has had the foresight to place a sign indicating a nearby place of interest (park, golf course, amusement center, shopping mall, etc.)
What else heightens your sense of adventure when you spread a big map on the table and plot out your trip. With a map in hand, you can find landmarks. Then you’ll know where these are in relation to your hotel. These landmarks may just be in the direction you’re traveling. City maps are most useful if you get lost. Well, you could just ask a local person where something is. But have you noticed that often the person only knows how to get to and from work and has never made even a mental note of the streets or places of interest nearby?
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