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Local Google Maps searches soared in 2022

Company lists popular beaches and other tourist attractions as travel picked up

People watch the waves break over the rocks at Bo Thong Lang Bay in Bang Saphan district of Prachuap Khiri Khan, the most popular beach searched via Google Maps last year. (File photo)

Searches for directions of all kinds soared on Google Maps last year as travel and related activity picked up with the easing of Covid-19 restrictions.

Google Thailand said requests for directions rose by 110% for walking, 50% for driving, 30% for cycling and 200% for public transit compared with 2021.

The company also compiled a list of the most-searched beaches, shopping centres and cafes in the country based on direction requests. The 10…

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