Instagram update turns it into an even better holiday planner

Date:
Thu, 21 Jul 2022 10:24:02 +0000

Description:
New Instagram update improves its maps feature, to help you find new popular spots all over the world.

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If youre looking for a new place to grab a bite to eat or get your hair done then forget turning to Google Maps its time to open up Instagram.

The photo and short-form-video-focused social media platform just got a new update for its maps feature that makes it even easier to find popular spots, whether theyre nearby or in a potential holiday destination.

To open the apps updated map you can either use Explore to search for
specific services or to search in a specific area, or you can tap on a location tag on a post or a story to find other nearby destinations.

Once on the map, you can move around to find spots and view Instagram content thats been tagged there, or, if youre after something specific, you can use filters to find bars, hotels or salons, among other things.

The map update should already be rolling out to Instagram users on Android
and iPhone , so you probably have it downloaded, but to be sure wed recommend heading to the Google Play Store or App Store to check if your app has an update waiting to install. Analysis: Instagram is your new holiday planner

With Instagrams focus on aesthetics, it can be a great way to search for holiday destinations and with this new update to maps we can see it becoming an even better option, as it will let you find popular and hidden-gem cafes and restaurants to help make your trip feel that little bit more special.

And its not just holidays these apps are becoming the perfect tools for all sorts of major events. If you need more evidence, check out our Software Editor Daryl Baxters article on how TikTok helped him plan his wedding . Will you travel using Instagram or Google Maps? (Image credit: Shutterstock / Kite_rin)

Were not the only ones starting to look beyond more traditional reviews and searches. As noted by Googles Senior Vice President Prabhakar Raghavan during Fortunes Brainstorm Tech 2022 event , more and more people are turning to lifestyle apps to find what they're looking for (via TechCrunch ).

Raghavan revealed that, according to Googles internal studies, almost 40% of young people (those between 18 and 24, in the US) dont turn to Google Search or Maps, they go to TikTok and Instagram.

Given this trend, it's no surprise that Instagram would want to capitalize on this interest and improve features like maps. Well have to wait and see what updates it rolls out next, but dont be surprised if discoverability continues to get plenty of love.

Looking for reasons to stick with Google Maps? Here are five great hidden features that Google Maps can offer you.



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