When traveling to a new place, it’s always recommended that you equip yourself with a map of your destination.
Not only is a map a reliable navigation tool, it will always tell you a lot about a place. Some maps are actually printed with helpful guides and tips for tourists, particularly for those who are visiting for the first time.
Getting a map is especially important if you plan to travel without a tour guide. You can maximize your vacation and drive or walk around without delay. A simple map can help you decide on which destinations to travel to first. This comes in especially handy when the place you’re visiting offers so many attractions that it’s hard to decide where to travel.
Australia perfectly fits this description. Besides the fact that this country is very large, its several world-class tourist destinations are a reason why you’ll badly need a map, or several maps.
Since a map of Australia can tell you what tourist attractions and commercial establishments are situated near each other, you can better plan your itinerary taking these factors into consideration. For example, if you wish to visit the Rosly Oxley Gallery, then a map can tell you that it’s just a stone’s throw away from the National Gallery of Australia. Knowing this, you can go visit both of these museums on the same day. You save time this way since you need not go back to the same area twice on different days.
Using an Australian map is also indispensable during times of emergency. For example, if you suddenly need to rush to the hospital, you can use a map to know the exact direction to take. You even get an accurate idea of how far you are from the hospital and choose the best or fastest route to take.
Another example is if you’re in the Featherdale Wildlife Park and you and your family feel like dining outside, instead of driving around in search of a restaurant or fast-food chain, your map can tell you that Blacktown Chopsticks is just around the corner.