Map24.com on-line mapping and directions

Posted June 14, 2006 at 06:10 PM by Adam Berger

Section: Web, Websites, Lifestyle, Transportation

Map24.com is a free online mapmaking tool that provides individuals and businesses on-line maps and door-to-door directions. The re-launch of the new Web site brings the very popular European based Map24 brand to North America at Internet speeds that are many times faster than other North American map sites (their claim, not ours).

New features on the Map24 web site include a single line entry search that can conduct searches even with misspelled words and partial addresses. Address details, such as zip code, town and city can be entered into a single address field in any order. When the search is executed, Map24 lists the possible addresses, so that users can select the appropriate one. Once the desired address is selected, it is shown on the map and can be used a starting point or destination for route planning.

Another new and unique feature is that specific Points of Interest (POI) such as tourist attractions or hotels can be found by simply typing in the name. For example, if a user types in “Boston Aquarium,” he is immediately shown the address and a map of the Boston Aquarium. In addition, the re-launched portal now includes building outlines in city centers, known as City Maps. City Maps make it much easier to orientate users when searching or planning a route.

Read [Mpas24.com]