Getting More From Google Maps

Google maps are becoming ubiquitous on line. And for good reason. But PleaseTakeMeTo.com has taken now them further and provided better value for the user than anyone else we’ve seen.

You can use a Google map in PleaseTakeMeTo.com to not only pinpoint locations on the macro and micro scale (all our advertisers have markers) and to check out if a ‘beachfront property’ really IS a beachfront property, but to find other things around that location of interest.

Say, for instance, you’ve had a look at some excellent video, photos and information on Hobart and decided to pay a visit. You specify the type of accommodation you’re after, get your shortlist and make a choice. Then, you can look at natural attractions within 20 kilometres of your hotel. They’ll all come up with markers on the Google map. Each one can be clicked on for photos and video (if available) and if you like, you can proceed to make a booking.

You might then want to look at tours or attractions closer to your hotel. Just select tours and attractions within 1 kilometre and they’ll all show up on the map in the same way. All clickable for further media and info and all with direct contact details.

For advertisers, this is real value adding. It lets customers find you, be happy with what you have to offer and gives them the means to get in touch with you directly - or go through a booking engine if you prefer.

Google Maps are an excellent tourism marketing tool. In coming months, PleaseTakeMeTo.com will be introducing more and better ways to use them to make the travel planning and booking experience ever better. Please take a few minutes to look at how the PleaseTakeMeTo.com Google map interface is working now. We’re sure you’ll like it.