Big Apple leads the way

Hi there map lovers!

As is so often the case, New York seems to be leading the way with a great technological innovation. This time visitors to the Big Apple will be able to take advantage of a brand new website which uses Google Maps to guide them to the city's major attractions.
The computing website, computerworld.com. reported the story this week.

Its report says: 'The informational website, created jointly by the city and Google Inc., aims to help visitors and residents find what they're looking for in the Big Apple. In a blog post on the on the Google website, New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg said he hopes that nycgo.com becomes the official online resource for tourists and residents looking for an activity or a place to go.
The website uses Google Maps to help users find their destinations, as well as get directions on how to get there. The information can also be sent to cell phones via Google Maps for Mobile.
"In partnership with Google, we are launching a new Web site and Information Center to help make it easier for both visitors and residents to explore all the energy, excitement and diversity of New York City's five boroughs," wrote Bloomberg. "So whether you are a visitor or a resident, we invite you to explore New York City from your home computer, your mobile phone -- and of course, in person."

So if you're visiting NYC don't forget to log in to nycgo.com for all your tourist needs. And don't forget to send us a postcard either...

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