Quick Tip: Use Google to find out destination info you need
Everyone knows you can find just about everything you ever need to know by looking to Google for guidance. However, sometimes the problem is you get overwhelmed by the sheer volume of information that gets thrown at you in the results. I found a great listing of quick ways to find what you need by typing in simple requests in the Google search bar.
For instance, type in your airline and flight number (for example, “united 959″) and the first result will give you a link to track the flight BUT it also tells you right away what its current departure time and arrival times are, and whether there are delays.
Feeling hungry but have no idea where to find a restaurant that appeals to you? Type in the type of food you’re craving and the city you’re currently in (“indian, montreal”), and you’ll get a list of what’s around.
Find out other ways to make Google work quickly for you over here, many of which are good for travelers, such as immediately converting money values, finding businesses you’d like to visit, and figuring out what the actual speed limit means if you’re not sure how to convert between miles per hour and kilometers per hour.
Oh, Google! Is there anything you can’t do?
Source: Technology and Strategies // Photo: Flickr
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