Google Maps Offline & Save
I learned the hard way that renting a GPS for a road trip is expensive. We had two rental cars while filming a documentary in France and Belgium and ended up spending $50 a day for both cars to have a GPS for 8 days! We could have put $400 toward production or post production if we had only known to use Google Maps Offline.
Here is how you can save money on your road trip.
STEP 1:
- Open the app while connected to Wifi.
- (You can do this over data too...but why would you want to do that?)
STEP 2:
- Click the Menu Settings.
- (The lines on the upper left.)
- Login to Google Account.
- (Make one if you don't have an account already.)
STEP 3:
- Click Offline Areas.
STEP 4:
- Click the + to Add Area.
STEP 5:
- Choose the section of map you'll need.
- Example: Philadelphia
- Do you need to download ALL of Philadelphia, or just a portion?
- Save space and download what you need as you need it.
STEP 6:
- Name your map.
- Click Save & ENJOY!
SOME HELPFUL TIPS
I've run into the issue where I didn't download the proper section. It will tell you that it's unable to direct you to your final destination.
Prep the night before and save yourself the stress in the morning. JFK airport does not have free wifi so if you're flying to Europe out of JFK I would advise you download your map to your first Airbnb or Hotel before you fly out.
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