Location Maps
Location Maps
I know this thread has come up before, but there are a couple of sites I have seen on LMH who have Michelin road maps to show the location of the property. I have tried everything I can think of to copy the maps off the Michelin site, but I'm sure due to copyright they are protected with non copiable code. Does anyone know of any similar maps which are available from the internet? I've tried mapquest and mappy but they can't even locate my property.
Is breach of copyright likely to be found if maps are used on personal websites and if so, how serious would it be?
Is breach of copyright likely to be found if maps are used on personal websites and if so, how serious would it be?
I haven't posted my website as its not yet finished but a friend did my location map (if you want to have a look its www.laruette.com) and here's how:
www.viamichelin.com. put in the search, make a copy of the map then put a hyperlink from the image to the result on Viamichelin.
Hope this'll make sense to some of you as its all gobblygook to me at the moment!
www.viamichelin.com. put in the search, make a copy of the map then put a hyperlink from the image to the result on Viamichelin.
Hope this'll make sense to some of you as its all gobblygook to me at the moment!
- TravelPixel
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Unforunately though, Google Local doesn't currently cover France. Or Spain, I think.
If you have a look in the viamichelin site, they have an FAQ which covers linking to their maps...you need to create an account to link to a direct map, but I don't think this costs anything.
I was also thinking of linking to the AA site as it does printable directions throughout Europe. Perhaps you can link directly to the route? I'll let you know what I find
If you have a look in the viamichelin site, they have an FAQ which covers linking to their maps...you need to create an account to link to a direct map, but I don't think this costs anything.
I was also thinking of linking to the AA site as it does printable directions throughout Europe. Perhaps you can link directly to the route? I'll let you know what I find
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Just a quick heads up about Google Maps (or Google Local, as they used to call it). Within the past few weeks they have dramatically improved the quality of the images they use in much of Europe and especially round the Med. I'm starting to add them to our site, the first one is here http://www.andaluciarentals.co.uk/Prope ... 010617.htm, which is our main property; if you click on satellite view you'll see how impressive the detail now is!
AndyLucia
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Well that's a great location!
Good to know. I am a bit worried about this though - our property is in the middle of a lovely wood, and I'm concerned about security.
Is a website advertising a lovely home with a DVD and TV etc in it, complete with map showing how it's close to a town but surrounded by forest, really a good idea?
It's a bit of a burglar's dream scenario, especially as by the nature of it, it's bound to be empty in off season. I was thinking of sending this information only to people who have already booked.
What do people think? Advice most welcome!!!
Good to know. I am a bit worried about this though - our property is in the middle of a lovely wood, and I'm concerned about security.
Is a website advertising a lovely home with a DVD and TV etc in it, complete with map showing how it's close to a town but surrounded by forest, really a good idea?
It's a bit of a burglar's dream scenario, especially as by the nature of it, it's bound to be empty in off season. I was thinking of sending this information only to people who have already booked.
What do people think? Advice most welcome!!!
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Firebug, I totally agree with you, as we are in a similar remote location, and I too am paranoid about attracting burglars. I'm not too worried about opportunists who may break in and run off with the TV etc, but those (and they do exist) who turn up with a large van and clean you out .
On all my advertising I only say that we are in a village "near Forges-les-Eaux", I don't even mention the name of the village, and I only send out location maps once people have paid their final balance 8 weeks before their rental.
Better to be safe than sorry!!!
On all my advertising I only say that we are in a village "near Forges-les-Eaux", I don't even mention the name of the village, and I only send out location maps once people have paid their final balance 8 weeks before their rental.
Better to be safe than sorry!!!
I do the same as Catherine, I only hand out the actual location after the final payment has been made. These maps are great but I wouldn't put one on my site because of security issues, similarily. I don't have a map /floorplan on general release either- too tempting. I do send a plan if a party have booked and I think the layout will help them sort out bedrooms etc
www.thepetitmanoir.com
www.thepetitmanoir.com
On the whole that's the same with us. Detailed instructions are sent out only after they've booked and paid their deposit! But this property should be ok, as it is just around the corner from the Immobiliaria who handle some of our property management issues.
We do have another property, which is in a secluded wooded area next to the beach, to which I may be adding a map; but that is only because we have some kitesurfers who have long term use of the villa at a reduced rate, on the understanding that they stay elsewhere when we have a 'proper' booking!
We do have another property, which is in a secluded wooded area next to the beach, to which I may be adding a map; but that is only because we have some kitesurfers who have long term use of the villa at a reduced rate, on the understanding that they stay elsewhere when we have a 'proper' booking!
AndyLucia
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