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How to Find Directions for Free

GPS systems have become quite popular, but often times they are expensive and some people prefer the simplicity of directions and maps on paper that can be held in the hand. Luckily, it is quite easy and simple to find directions for free on the Internet. The accessibility to free directions and maps on the Internet puts everything you need at your fingertips. It's as straightforward as being prepared with your starting point and destinations.

Instructions

- 1
  Organize your starting point, destination and any points in between. Put them in the order in which you will visit. Check that you have correct addresses.
- 2
  Go to one of the free directions websites, such as Rand McNally, MapQuest or Google Maps. Type in your starting point and first destination. Read the directions thoroughly.
- 3
  Print your directions - both the step-by-step instructions and the step-by-step maps. Decide if you need to print the overall maps as well.
- 4
  Repeat steps 2 and 3 for as many other destinations as you have. Print each set of directions. Organize them in the order of the destinations. Staple each packet of directions together to keep them together and tidy.
- 5
  Print out larger maps of your trip using the website to bring up full maps of each area. Choose "maps" instead of "directions" and put in the town name instead of two addresses in order to do this.