Google Maps Rolls Out New Features to Make Your Holiday Travel Smoother

As the holidays loom, the to-do lists get longer. Between parties to attend and gifts to pick up, the holiday season can get stressful in no time, especially if you’re traveling. 

Google Maps is releasing four new features that may help you navigate the chaos. From smarter local recommendations to AI-generated tips, these updates aim to save time, reduce stress and keep you moving when the holiday crunch hits full force.

For more tips to navigate holiday travel, explore how Google Lens became my go-to travel sidekick and these expert-approved Google Maps tips to keep your Thanksgiving travels stress-free. 

Insider tips built with Gemini

One of the most intriguing updates is the arrival of “know before you go” tips, powered by Google’s Gemini AI. When you look up restaurants, hotels or event venues in Maps, scroll down and you’ll see insights collected from reviews and web data. This will include information such as parking advice, dress code, reservation tips or…