You've spent hours curating the perfect list of restaurants, cafés, and hidden gems. Now you want to share it. Here are five practical ways to do it.
1. Shareable Link
Generate a single URL that anyone can open — no app or account needed. They'll see your places on an interactive map with names, addresses, and "Open in Google Maps" buttons.
Best for: Sharing via WhatsApp, iMessage, email, or social media.
2. PDF Guide
Export a clean, professionally formatted PDF with numbered places, addresses, and categories. It looks like a mini travel guidebook.
Best for: Printing before a trip, sending to someone who prefers documents, or keeping an offline backup.
3. Print View
A minimal black-and-white layout optimized for printing. No fancy graphics — just a clean numbered list with essential info.
Best for: Sticking on a fridge, handing to a travel companion, or keeping in your daypack.
4. Google Maps Collaborative List
Google Maps has a built-in "share list" feature, but it requires everyone to have a Google account and the Maps app. It works, but it's limited.
Best for: When everyone in your group uses Google Maps actively.
5. Screenshot Collage
The old-school approach: take screenshots of each place and send them in a group chat. It works in a pinch, but quickly becomes messy with more than 5 places.
Best for: Sharing 1-3 places quickly. Not great for longer lists.
The Bottom Line
For anything beyond a couple of places, a shareable link or PDF is the most practical option. It saves time, looks professional, and works for everyone — whether they use Google Maps or not.