Maps

Need to know how many miles lie between two points on a map? Here's how to figure it out.

It's hard to navigate accurately with a dirty, grimy, wet or damaged map. Take care of your map and your map will take care of you.

If you can locate two or more distant terrain features on a map, you can use resection to pinpoint your exact location.

An atlas makes a wonderful gift for both real and armchair travelers. Atlases have evolved into specialty books that include political, historical, economic and ecological information about a...

If you plan to backpack or hike in a foreign country, you'll need maps particular to the trails that you will be going on. Here's a guide to help you find the right map.

It's not easy to find a nude beach in Louisiana. Holly Beach and LA Pines Nudist Camp have sustained hurricane damage during the last few years. Therefore, if you do not wish to travel outside of...

A topographic map deals with the surface changes on the face of the earth. With a first look, a topographic map may seem confusing and not very useful, but once you learn the basics, it can be an...

London is the most populous city and metropolitan area in the European Union and the Greater London area is encircled by the M25 motorway. These directions start from the Palace of Westminster,...

These directions originate in Trafalgar Square in London. Visit Nelson's Column in the center of the Square, which is a monument to Lord Nelson , the Admiral who commanded the British Fleet at the...

Oxford Circus is the start of these directions. Oxford Street is Europe's largest high street and is the location for over 300 department stores. Oxford Circus is the junction between Oxford...

These directions originate from Harrods, one of the largest and best-known department stores in the world, with over a million square feet of selling space. Bristol is 150 miles southwest of...

These directions originate from Buckingham Palace in London. Buckingham Palace is the official residence of the British monarch in London. Many state occasions and royal entertaining take place...

These directions originate from Covent Garden. This used to be a fruit, flower and vegetable market from the sixteenth century until it was relocated south of the river in 1974. It is now an...

These directions start from Madame Tussauds, a famous wax museum and tourist attraction opened on Baker Street in 1835. The scenic drive takes you to Wales' capital city of Cardiff, 175 miles west...

The world is always changing and world maps are constantly redrawn. Countries you studied as a child use different boundaries and even different names now. Whether for school, business or travel,...

There is almost nothing worse than being lost in an unfamiliar geographic area. Having a state map handy helps you navigate your way to safety. You can also use a state map to find a quicker route...

While technology is increasing at such a fast pace that many new cars now have installed GPS units--which tell you how to get from point A to point B--many travelers, either through preference or...

While Internet sites such as MapQuest have made it easy to find and print maps and obtain driving directions, not everyone has ready access to the Internet. Even with printed driving directions,...

You have to pick up the kids from their field trip, go to the new dentist, then meet the girls across town. These are all unfamiliar places and you don't have a GPS in your car. Before you go,...

Drawing a map is easy, but drawing a good map takes some effort. If you're drawing a map to give someone directions, it's important to be accurate so the person doesn't get lost. Using the right...