As Canadians, we’re pretty used to the cold weather, but after the winter we had we don’t want to hear the term Polar Vortex ever again. At this point, we’re all looking forward to some vacation time to enjoy the nice weather. Jumping in the car for a road trip is a Canadian tradition, and an opportunity to spend quality time with friends and family. So, we wanted to show you how you can plan a road trip with the help of the latest version of the YP app.
We recently launched a redesigned and rethought version of the YP app; one that goes beyond basic local search functions in order to address the needs of our users. We simplified the search experience, made it more user-friendly, and even integrated the use of Google Maps and Google Street View directly into the app. This means that when you’re on a road trip, whether you’re looking for locations, directions, deals or even the cheapest gas around, you can find it with the YP app. It lets you discover everything the neighbourhood has to offer with a tap or swipe of a finger.
Here are a few tips on how you can use the YP app for your next road trip.
Stay on budget:
With gas prices going nowhere but up, a road trip might seem like a pretty expensive idea. But, with the YP app you don’t have to worry about breaking the bank. The app can help you find the cheapest price on gas while you’re on the road with its real time gas prices feature. It also offers you access to some of the best deals, so you can find a nearby restaurant with a lunch special and maybe even come home with some souvenirs.
Plan ahead:
Ratings and reviews are always important – especially when you’re discovering a new place – so use this function to find the businesses in the neighbourhood that best suit your needs. Be sure to save your choices in your “Favourites” so you can always refer back to them for locations and directions when you’re on the road.
Use the app on-the-go:
Our YP app lets you plan as you go. It offers you access to the largest directory in Canada, so you can use our simplified search to find a local business, hotel or restaurant according to your geo-location. Whether you're in Niagara Falls trying to find the closest place that sells ponchos, or in Granville Island scoping out the best place for fish and chips, you can use the YP app to find it.
With the new YP app you have everything you need to head out on your next road trip, so grab your keys and shades, and hit the road.
The new YP app is available for free across and can be downloaded on iOS and Android here.
Check out our latest TV spot about the new YP app.
