Plan your next road trip with Google Maps

It's hard to beat Google Maps for planning road trips. But if you want to save your work, you'll need to take your research over to "My Maps." In this video I'll show you some of the strategies I use to plan our road trips in our 2018 Pleasureway Ascent.
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[@ELMS]

This is brilliant. I didn’t know Google Maps would do any of this. Thanks so much!

[@calvinlewis307]

Thank you for taking the time to help the RVers out there. 🇺🇸🇯🇵

[@TJ-mc8uh]

I always appreciate you sharing your travel knowledge, and it is an extra bonus to be able to see exactly which icon to click on, etc. to complete a travel route. Thanks.

[@alsantos5518]

Thanks for doing this, very timely for my next week RV Van Pickup and practice run on the way home. I love your videos

[@lifestidepools]

Excellent! Was not using google maps to its fullest potential. Thanks so much for sharing. And State Lines...didn't even know it existed.

[@MarySears]

Oh my goodness this was so informative, I’m going to have to watch it over and over again with Google Maps opened up on my desktop. This is a route that we will travel so I’m looking forward to mapping it out! Thanks so much for helping out this newbie.

[@TravelSmallLiveBig]

This is one I will have to watch a few times! I am map obsessed. I turned into my mother... and great tip on Gas a Buddy - I always search by map - so helpful!

[@raykeogh1972]

Thanks for sharing and going into so much detail. I have to be honest I just plan A to Z and stop where ever looks nice. But what I have found when I get back people say we did this trip and their A to Z was exactly the same as mine but had so many great place I didn’t even know existed. So this August when I do the NC500 (Scotland’s version of Rout 66) I will look at all the stop others have made and put them as you did here along my Rout. Thanks again Ray K UK YNWA.

[@TexasR1]

Really great video. I love the Pro-Tips from those that have figured out the best way to do things. Thank you.

[@tdadventures]

Wow!, what a perfect timing video. Now that things have calmed down a bit, we are hoping to start doing days trip. Such informative video. Definitely going to use your tips. Always learning from you. Thank you. Travel safe.

[@wendywolfe8684]

Wow! I learned a lot! I’ll watch it again (and probably again!) as I try these steps 😊 Thank you!!!

[@always.wondering.wandering]

Great lesson, thank you so much. I learned a lot here today.

[@doniecemontanelli7032]

This is the best explanation I have ever heard! Thank you so much. Love your videos.

[@angelakaiser3110]

This is great! Thank You and safe travels!

[@free2roam492]

Excellent video. Learned a lot about mapping our route. Thank you.

[@TimIrvin]

This was JUST WHAT I NEEDED! Thank you! Very valuable stuff!

[@sadielaurentiwhitley3762]

Thank you, I learned something new about google maps that I had no idea I could utilize. Thank you for all your tips and suggestions.

[@bettyjorodgers8552]

Thanks for the great information. Blessings

[@Alisontbk9751]

I had no idea!!! I watch your channel because I’m a planner, so this is perfect for me!!! Thank you from Costa Mesa!!!

[@fionacarey6627]

You are so good at explaining everything- thanks very much 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@tl9864]

Thank you so much for taking the time to help those of us who are technologically challenged. Much gratitude.

[@Pinky121971]

Thanks for sharing Debbie. Looking for your next adventure. Stay Safe.

[@bwbrady8372]

SOOO helpful! Thank you!!! (I'll need to re-watch this video about 10 times to cement it in my head.)

[@teresad1313]

What a great, informative video. Thanks Debbie!

[@lindac7146]

This has been incredibly helpful. Thank you.

[@stevek4035]

Fantastic video, a great help in planning. Thanks so much.

[@H.pylori]

Like many of the others...did not know that google maps had this extra functionality. Good job on teaching us. Have a great time on your upcoming travels.

[@justken4851]

Thank you, I learned some new things about Google Maps today that will help me in my travels.

[@camperab]

Thanks a lot for showing another sensible way of planning one's routes and stops ... .

[@gumshoe5365]

You made a perfect video for me to save and refer to later. Thank you!

[@johnlugbauer1167]

Wow! So much great info! We're going to have to watch this again slowly and take notes.

[@smays5106]

Thank you for sharing!! I use google maps all the time but had no idea of all these options 😊 now I can better plan my road trips !

[@DznyKyd]

Great video! So much valuable information, thanks!

[@enyab.6939]

Great app and video of how to plan routes, campgrounds, and tourist attractions. Thank you so much.

[@debbiebarnes-shankster6870]

I use Google maps for my trip planning but you taught me some new things! Thanks!

[@deniseguzzo1719]

Thanks for the Gas Buddy tip I’m of our age and did not know how to correctly use the map icon. I’m trying to get away from our paper maps and use google ......great job explaining. Always love your videos.

[@paulmuntalbano7342]

Always great sharing, but this time you get an A+. Thank you.

[@mandosandradios]

You give A+ presentations. I have been using RV Parky and have been happy with it.

[@BobKeefe]

This is EXCELLENT! We just got our 1st RV, a Coachmen Beyond 22' Class B and need to plan a summer trip. Your tips will sure come in handy. Thanks for putting in the effort to make this video!

[@FromShetoMe]

I hope you have a blast in your new rig.

[@rpenoyer8659]

Google has been my best friend for years, but had no idea about these layers! Thank you!

[@carolmorgan1370]

Really great information! I learned how to use Google Maps to create a trip plan. Thanks!

[@kathyowens9901]

I had no idea! Thanks so much Debbie.

[@loridumler905]

Thank you for the great tips and information!

[@OldMan52]

I will start using Google maps more often. Heading to the PW Big Timber meet up via Oregon, Idaho, Wyoming then Montana. Will be at a Winery in E. Wa. June 6th.

[@robertseabrooke]

Thank you for sharing. I really had know idea how to plan a trip using Google maps.

[@bobshoe1]

Thank you! Very clear, concise and finally I understand how to preplan our trips with Google Maps.

[@wingszetsang1]

Thank you again for another informative video!

[@LABTESTED]

thank you learnt soooo much no idea google maps did this now will use on our trip through france thank you so much

[@user-ky1rd4wf7z]

Thank you for sharing the brilliant ideas to unitize the google map

[@mysticalmisfit1332]

Thanks, Debbie! Had no idea Google maps had those features. I only use it on my cell phone. I will now use to plan my next road trip🙏🏽😊

[@Robert8455]

Really great tips so thank you for sharing.

[@jeffreycrawley1216]

Nice job, thank you! Here's a tip for My Maps. Sometimes the Google map looks a bit cluttered with all the businesses showing, especially in a downtown area. If you want to clear the map of all the places pinned to the base map go to "Base map" at the bottom of the listing box on the left hand side. You'll get a choice of nine map styles - pick Simple Atlas (third column, middle row) and your map will be cleared of all but the points YOU have put down. Don't worry, you can always go back to "Base map" and choose "Map" to bring them all back again. Hope this is of interest.

[@FromShetoMe]

Thanks so much! You're a good teacher!

[@njwang586]

Hi Debbie, thank you for another great tip. I can’t help but to say thank you! I am a software engineer and I learned a few tips from you today. You inspire me to live an enriched life. Thank you for sharing! NJ

[@FromShetoMe]

Thanks. You're probably so busy with your work you don't have time to explore all that Google provides in their apps (frankly, I've barely scratched the surface). Sharing with others enriches my life.

[@abchappell01]

This is a wonderful and very informative video presentation. Thank you so much :)

[@johncho1979]

Hi! Thank you for sharing this google map. It useful.

[@pattyk8594]

Another great video thank you! Never knew I could create a map like that for our travels! :o)

[@stacyrector8515]

I always click on the "map" view in Gas Buddy, makes more sense to me because I'm scouting ahead of our route to find the best prices. Thanks for the info, love your videos.

[@debbietaylor8091]

Great info... I have to learn how to do all that.

[@bradpriester3297]

Thanks for all the tips I use Google maps but learned a lot today.

[@glorifyhymn]

I just discovered your channel and I really appreciate the tips you provided. Nice job!

[@FromShetoMe]

You are very welcome. Thanks for watching.

[@spellmadam2947]

Super great presentation. Thanks

[@alj521]

great explanation have a great summer!!!!

[@darleneclopton9999]

Thank you, thank you, thank you. Love your videos.

[@RoadsofLife]

After I don't know how may years... you just made Google Maps worth my while! I've kept many a map on my places, but didn't realize there was a "more" button and all the added benefits of doing everything before yo actually go into your account. Wonderful! Amazing tips... Be Seeing You!

[@FromShetoMe]

Thanks. It's amazing how much stuff is packed into the Google account. Kind of like exploring down a dirt road.

[@michellekorn3693]

Thank you so much for all of the shared information. I use Google maps but now understand better how to create maps for our trips. By the way, we are just getting back from our Southwest trip and your tips and suggestions were invaluable. Thanks again.

[@FromShetoMe]

You're very welcome!

[@ronstrobel9227]

I have watched a number of videos on this very topic, and yours is by far THE best! Thank you for leading us though this maze that is so confusing! ~ Kir in Tennessee

[@FromShetoMe]

You're very welcome!

[@mmackerer9279]

I had no idea all of this was available in Google Maps! Thank you for sharing!

[@kathydembek1383]

Extremely helpful! Thank you so much 😊

[@deborahlugbauer576]

Loved these tips. Didn't know Google maps did this. Thank you.

[@raybranje3337]

That was great!! Thank you.

[@timsmith7625]

Thanks for the tips and tricks you use for your travels. Packing up the last things in my Van and will be taking a short trip to NY to visit my wife’s family, then on the road west.

[@FromShetoMe]

Boy, you've got some driving to do.

[@timsmith7625]

Yes, but I am in no rush. Weekend to NY will be a fast trip and then trip west I am taking at least 14 days visiting family and slow rolling to some Lewis & Clark sites in SD and Easter MT along the Missouri. May take longer as there is no rushing anymore since 3rd and final retirement.

[@francruz5824]

Big help for me. Thanks.

[@MotoFishingAdventurer]

This is fantastic! Thanks for sharing

[@silverbreezeRn]

Thanks so much for sharing.

[@StacyForest738]

Wow, I am totally under using google maps...I had no idea! Thank you!

[@doncates2954]

Really enjoyed the tips, thank you for all of the information. I found it interesting and helpful. When you added color to your maps you chose the color green. Supposedly, the color green when chosen indicates a very strong person who feels very solid about their opinions. Think of the giant green sequoia, “ my roots are deep and very strongly planted , it would be difficult to move me.” Looking forward to your next video. We are now in Friday harbor Washington. Beautiful green trees, blue sky’s and cool temperatures.

[@FromShetoMe]

That's funny. Never heard that one. Green is a color I almost never wear unless it is chartreuse.

[@odontomatix]

You can save maps as bookmarks. Google stores the URL of the map as a bookmark (in a folder you choose) and will completely reproduce the map with the stops when you open the bookmark later. It even remembers the zoom level of your view of the map.

[@FromShetoMe]

Thanks. Good to know!

[@richardross3172]

Thanks for the info! I had no idea!

[@karisgeistfeld3834]

This was the best travel video how to ever! So appreciated! ❤️

[@FromShetoMe]

Wow, thank you!

[@Floridiansince94]

This veas very helpful, thank you!

[@jenniferg.3989]

I recently used Google Maps "My Maps" to show a friend our route but ran into challenges. I'm thrilled to learn all your tips! Fabulous!

[@FromShetoMe]

It can be quite obtuse. Typical Google product.

[@billandeileenvelicky3535]

Thank you. Very helpful

[@wanderwonders1221]

Very helpful! Thanks!!!

[@jancalbert5196]

Wow! what a great explanation! I just found your channel and subscribing right away!

[@FromShetoMe]

Thanks and welcome.

[@bridgethill2183]

Now that was darn handy! :). Thanks so much from Coeur d Alene Idaho. Hop skip and a jump from Spokane. Getting my first Class B in 3 weeks🤞🤞

[@FromShetoMe]

That's awesome. We love Coeur d Alene and that great bike trail around the lake.

[@BigJhonny100]

Fantastic Map Tips for future traveling. I subscribed and looking forward to learning more useful tips from your channel. Thanks.

[@FromShetoMe]

Thanks and welcome.

[@panchamama]

Good info..thanks

[@George5Bells]

I'm been following your vlogs for must be over two years! Love seeing your travels and the countryside as it's so big and open. That's was really helpful, I live in the UK use Google maps some of the time but didn't think to use like that, thanks👍look forward to your next vlog. Till then have a good week😊

[@FromShetoMe]

Two of my favorite vloggers are in the UK, Thomas Heaton, and the Traveling Togs.

[@George5Bells]

@@FromShetoMe I follow both😊👍

[@judilecompte9377]

@@FromShetoMe, have you watched Nigel Danson. He’s also an excellent photographer in the UK!

[@FromShetoMe]

@@judilecompte9377 I'll check him out, thanks.

[@FromShetoMe]

@@judilecompte9377 I will now, thanks!

[@vy4648]

you can keep your route and open another window of google map to create the new map. Then copy your stop's GPS locations and paste it to the new map without typing each location name to find it in your created map.

[@stan3497]

You are so smart, Thanks

[@theresaboudreau2206]

Very informative, Thank you!

[@oceandrew]

Hey I see you're a Nick Zentner fan!! Never cared much about geology until I found his videos and now I wish there was a Nick in every state with interesting mountains/topo features. Your explanation on Google Maps as resource and My Maps was a step above, thank you.

[@FromShetoMe]

I wish I had had Nick Zentner when I was in school--what an inspiration. My profs were boring as heck. I'm looking forward to finding some of his field trip locations. I actually learned about him a year ago from our Kiwi friends. He has such a huge audience.

[@jodycoyote3916]

Excellent information. Gas buddy map filter I didn’t know, thanks

[@amydelpiere6078]

Super helpful. Thank you!

[@rvertv]

good info and well done video !!

[@FromShetoMe]

Thanks! I just subscribed to your channel. You've got some great content I'll have to spend some time exploring.

[@ekg8142]

I thankyou so much your info. I like to give you tips that when your plan done, you can send directions to your phone Messages

[@Tony-um2el]

One app that we use is "iExit" It shows what's coming up at the next exit and also shows rest areas Even shows what fuel is available.

[@FromShetoMe]

Thanks for the tip. I can never turn down an app.

[@FromShetoMe]

@@debbiec4407 I use an app called "rest stops"

[@Propelled]

Neat to see a new video!

[@juanitagreenspan5412]

Very helpful. Thanks.

[@pampartain9392]

Hi Debbie! My husband and I are in our first long trip in our “Density” Winnebago Travato 59k camper van. We rely on your helpful tips and have worked many into our rig. I’d be interested in knowing how you wash dishes, especially when boondocking/dry camping on public land. Thanks!

[@FromShetoMe]

Thanks for the question. When we hit the road and I have some dishes to wash, I'll show how I do it. And I don't let John do the dishes because he wastes more water. LOL. But at home he does his share. In the meantime, spray dirty pots with soapy water before you start eating so the food doesn't have time to dry. After you've eaten, use a small scraper tool to get the bigger bits, then wipe everything with a wet or damp paper towel, then put the largest bowl in the bottom of the sink, wash the smaller stuff over the bowl, collecting the wash water, then wash the bowl with the collected water, and finally rinse everything.