Public Transportation Made Easier with Google Transit

Google Transit can help make public transportation easier to use. If you ride the bus, subway, or rail to work, or plan on using public transportation on an upcoming vacation, Google Transit can help you find:

• a list of transit stops in your area, or the area you are traveling in
• step-by-step directions
• station schedules and information

Google Transit covers many major US cities, including the San Francisco Bay area, Southern California, Denver, Miami, Chicago, Baltimore, Detroit, New York City, Dallas, Seattle, and more, as well as international locations throughout Asia, Australia, South America, and Europe.

Five Carry-on Essentials

• Change of clothing. Don't let lost luggage have you scrambling to find something to wear. Always pack an extra outfit in your carry-on, in case your luggage is lost or delayed a day.

• Medication. You never know when your flight will be delayed or canceled, or if your luggage will be lost. Always carry any essential medication on your person, instead of in checked baggage.

• Water. Staying hydrated is important while traveling. Purchase a bottle of water after you get through security.

• Gum. Plugged ears be gone! Gum can help keep those ears open and headaches at bay.

• Reading material. Even if your flight is short, bring something to do in case your flight is delayed, canceled, or on hold for maintenance.