Google Maps
Description
A mapping service that can be used for travel itinerary planning by creating custom maps with layers to organize different types of travel activities and points of interest
Market positioning
Dominant mapping service that serves as a makeshift trip planning tool due to lack of dedicated Google travel planning app
Use cases
General travelers, families, and trip planners who want to organize their travel itineraries visually on a map
Features
Free to use for basic features
Widely accessible and familiar interface
Strong mapping accuracy and data
Easy to share maps with others
Integration with other Google services
Visual organization through layers
No learning curve for most users
Pros and cons
Based on: (AI summary)
Pros
- Free to use for basic features
- Widely accessible and familiar interface
- Strong mapping accuracy and data
- Easy to share maps with others
- Integration with other Google services
Cons
- Not specifically designed for trip planning
- Limited itinerary-specific features
- No built-in booking capabilities
- No timeline or scheduling features
- Requires manual organization