This week in the Travel Goals Newsletter we’ve got a whole suite of Google tools that will let you leave the overwhelm behind. Use these tips and instead, you’ll be a DIY travel planning pro.
Let’s start off with some basics.
Google Flights 101
Let’s face it: planning a trip can be more overwhelming than trying to pick a show on Netflix (seriously, how many true crime documentaries can one platform have?!). But what if I told you that you could find the best flights at rock-bottom prices with just a few clicks? No, it’s not a fever dream induced by binging “Stranger Things” for the umpteenth time—it’s the magic of Google Flights!
Ready to become a Google Flights master? Buckle up, because you’re about to wonder why you ever wasted hours scrolling through countless travel sites.
Here are the golden nuggets:
- Discover Your Dream Destination 🌅 Can’t decide where to go? No worries. With Google Flights, you can simply type “everywhere” into the destination box and let the algorithm do the heavy lifting. Say hello to inspiration!
- The Early Bird Gets the Cheapest Flight 🐦 When it comes to scoring bargain-basement prices, timing is everything. Google Flights lets you view prices across different dates, so you can pinpoint the cheapest time to fly.
- Be Alert, but Make It Google Flights 🚨 Don’t have time to stalk flights every day like a creepy ex? No problem! Google Flights can send you email alerts when prices drop, ensuring you never miss a deal. You can thank me later when you’re sipping adult beverages in paradise.
- Customize Your Flight-Finding Experience 🔧 Are layovers your worst nightmare? Only want to fly on Tuesdays at 3 p.m.? Google Flights lets you filter search results based on your personal preferences, ensuring you find the perfect flight customized to your needs.
- Explore on a Budget with Google Flights 💰 Think exploring the world is a luxury reserved for trust fund babies? Think again! Google Flights’ “Explore” feature lets you discover budget-friendly destinations based on your desired travel dates and budget.
So there you have it: the paved path to finding the best flights and travel dates using Google Flights. Now go forth and conquer the world of DIY travel planning like the rockstar you are!
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Google Guarantees
And the Google good news continues! Google isn’t just about booking flights, now they’re helping you save money too!!
Check out their new feature that guarantees you the best price.
And be sure to use Google Maps’ new features to stay connected to the best of what’s around you. I cannot wait to try the new multi-search feature in Lens that lets you combine words with an image. Upload a picture of a particular regional dish you’d like to try and add the words “near me” to have Google Maps find nearby restaurants that serve it.
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National Park Love
Finally, to wrap up our theme of all things Google, Google Maps has updated to include new features that help you explore national parks.
To support planning for your next National Park adventure, we’ve written detailed guides on quite a few national parks that complement the information you’ll find on Google Maps and linked them here:
- Denali National Park
- Kenai Fjords National Park
- Hot Springs National Park
- Channel Islands National Park
- Joshua Tree National Park
- Pinnacles National Park
- Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks
- Redwood State and National Parks
- Yosemite National Park
- Haleakala National Park
- Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
- Arches National Park
- Bryce Canyon National Park
- Capitol Reef National Park
- Zion National Park
- Grand Teton National Park
- Yellowstone National Park
Until next time fellow travelers!
P.S. Did you find this email useful? Or just want to chat about your latest travel obsession? Leave a comment and let’s talk about how these Google tools have changed our lives! Or, you know, share your favorite corgi GIFs. I’m here for it all.