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Maps Minutes Hack #4: Get a Street View snapshot of your holiday travel and shopping destinations
December 15, 2015
You may have used Street View to tour the canals of
Venice
, gazed in wonder at the
ice fjords
in Greenland, or gone on a virtual safari in
Samburu
. But did you know Street View can also be a useful sidekick for travel and shopping this holiday season? Now, airports and shopping malls may not be as dramatic to look at as the
Pyramids of Giza
, but using Street View in your Google Maps app for Android or iOS, gives you a
preview of your journey
or shopping destination before you head out, reducing some holiday season anxiety. Just check out
this map of global airports, transit stations and shopping malls
so you can know before you go.
Whether you’re hopping on a flight in
Mexico City
, managing a tight layover in
Madrid
, navigating through check-in in
San Jose
, experiencing a delay in
Osaka
, or trying to find the quickest exit route to bask in the glorious sun in
Bali
, Street View gives you a look at the corridors, check-in counters, baggage claims, airport terminals and shops before you land. Pro tip: it’s also a great way to scope out nearby bathrooms if you’re traveling with kids!
Mexico City International Airport, Mexico
If you’re planning to take the train, navigate through
Victoria Station
in London,
Keikyu Shinagawa Station
in Tokyo, Milano Centrale in Italy, and
Seoul Station
in Korea (to name a few!), so you can be one step ahead, whether you’re with a group of friends, family or a baby stroller.
Victoria Station, London, England
Navigating holiday shopping crowds is never easy. Getting a preview of your shopping destination can save you some time. See the shops before you hit the road, and decide which end of the mall you want to visit, whether you’re picking up gifts at the
Strand Arcade
in Sydney,
Marina Mall
in Abu Dhabi or
Westgate Center
in San Jose, California.
Strand Arcade, Sydney, Australia
Don’t let seasonal stress get you down during holidays. With Street View in Google Maps on your Android or iOS device, whether you’re trying to navigate
smooth travels
or tackling
shopping madness
, you can see how to get where you’re going faster and easier, and hopefully save a little time. Happy holidays!
Posted by Deanna Yick, Street View Program Manager
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