Though millions of Americans got vaccinated with double dose, many are still anxious about holiday gatherings even after two years of fighting with it. However, COVID-19 is still a concern, and with the increasing cases of the omicron variant, it has become more important to keep yourself and your family safe. With the changed scenario, Google Maps has included tools that will share several timings that you can follow while you are planning to go out.
The insights that Google map provides are:
1. Airport
Some of the tips that Google map shares with the users are – it will suggest avoiding the airport on Saturday afternoons. And Saturday nights are the least busy time to fly. Choose your flights accordingly to make yourself and your family have a safer airport time. According to several surveys, 44% of American plans celebration during the time of the holidays.
2. Grocery shopping
Whether you are planning for a big meal for your family and friends or just having them over for a party, grocery shopping is an essential part. And to have less contact hustle free shopping you should plan and visit a grocery store around 8 in the evening. And you should avoid grocery shopping around 1 pm.
3. Salon and spas
According to Google, salons can be counted under the high-traffic spots. To avoid waiting for your queue or to avoid possible transmission, never visit a solon on Saturday around 11 am. The best time and days to visit a salon are Mondays and Tuesdays around 7 pm.
4. Shopping malls
Winter is the time of festival! To buy for your loved ones or to treat yourself, the shopping centers become crowded during this time of the year. From jewelers to book shops all the stores are mostly busy on Saturday afternoon. Plan your shopping timings on Tuesday evening, as it is the safest and least busy time for shopping.
5. Postcards sending
During festivals, post office searches increase 150%. And Google map shows that the busiest time to send your postcards is Tuesday around 3 pm. Where Saturday 2 pm is the best time to visit a post office.
6. Dining out
- Many are not up for making an extensive meal. They would rather go out with their families or grab something to enjoy, should also consult Google map’s new features where they can learn the best time to leave the house.
- The Chinese food centers are the most popular on this list and are most crowded on Saturdays.
- On Thanksgiving, Christmas evening, New Year’s Eve avoid Pizza take-outs if you are in New York or Los Angeles.
- If you are in Portland avoid burger takeout on the days of Thanksgiving, Christmas evening, New Year’s Eve.
- Seattle and WA habitats are inclining towards Thai Food during this time.
Consult Google before you plan your day and have a safer experience with minimum risk of getting transmitted this virus. Apart from these precautions, Google maps offer some more tips that will save you time money, and energy. Such as,
- It can provide you with data that will help you find the best time to travel.
- With zero to the lesser waiting time in the queue, you can save time and energy.
- With Google maps, you can find the best route for your destination which will save your money for your gas.
- If you haven’t made many plans and you are planning on the go Google maps will offer you several options that will help you.
With these new features, you can avoid crowded roads and will enjoy your time without being worried about COVID-19.
