Driving Directions and Traffic Updates Using Google Maps

For comedians, it's super-important to make it to a gig on time. When you're driving in a new city, you never know what you'll run into. Fortunately technology has made our lives just a little bit easier.

Natural Language Search Using Google Maps
Let's say you're flying into O'Hare airport, renting a car and driving to Kentland, IN. Follow these simple instructions for quick and easy directions:

• Open your browser directly to maps.google.com
• In the Google Maps search box, just type: o'hare airport to kentland, in
• That's it! You'll get these driving directions

Comparing Suggested Routes

Let's take a closer look at the directions page provided by Google:

Google Map showing Alternate Routes

You'll notice in this example that Google automatically suggests a route, and provides two other suggested routes, as well (pictured in red circle above). Click the other suggested routes to see them on the map. They'll take about the same time according to Google, so how do you choose?

Identifying Traffic and Construction Delays

Did you know Google Maps displays both real-time and predicted traffic? If not, this tip alone could potentially save you hours of sitting in traffic. 

Click "Traffic" in the upper right-hand corner of the map. Immediately, Google will show real-time (as in happening right now) traffic delays and construction. Awesome!

Google Map showing Predicted Traffic delays on Mondays at 8:00 AM

From the map we can see that we should expect heavy delays on the suggested routes using I-94.

But what if our trip isn't until next week? No problem, click the "change" button in the lower left-hand corner of the map beside "Live traffic". We can then see predicted traffic on say a Monday morning at 8:00 AM. 

Is your mind sufficiently blown?

Real-Time Updates Using Your Mobile Phone

It gets better. Download the free Google Maps App for your mobile phone. The next time your sitting in stand-still traffic on I-95, pull up the map and load the "Traffic" layer to get real-time traffic updates. You'll quickly be able to see if the jam ends just a half-mile ahead or if you need to seek alternate routes. 

Share Your Driving Tips

My number one tip is this: never miss a show because of traffic. Allow yourself plenty of time to get lost, change a flat tire, and sit in traffic. No one wants to hear why you were late - especially your agent.

Please share your driving and travel tips in the comments section below!

Magician for Hire in Salt Lake City, UT

Nationally-renown mentalist and magician Joshua Lozoff is available for holiday parties in or around Salt Lake City, UT on the following dates:

• Thursday, December 8, 2011 - available
• Friday, December 9, 2011 - available
• Saturday, December 10, 2011 - booked for holiday party in Provo, UT
• Sunday, December 11, 2011 - available

Joshua's magic combines amazing illusions with mental feats that explore the possibilities of the human mind. In one moment, he magically solves a Rubik's Cube just by tossing it in the air, and in the next he predicts a volunteer's thoughts and choices even before she knows them herself! A fun, mind-boggling performance that leaves audiences laughing and full of amazement.

Perfect after-dinner entertainment for holiday parties, Christmas banquets, or employee appreciation events in Salt Lake City UT, Albuquerque, NM, Boise, ID, Bozeman, MT, Casper, WY, Colorado Springs, CO, Denver, CO, Eugene, OR, Fargo, ND, Great Falls, MT, Las Vegas, NV, Los Angeles, CA, Phoenix, AZ, Pocatello, ID, Portland, OR, Rapid City, SD, Reno, NV, San Diego, CA, Seattle, WA, Tucson, AZ, or other Western states.

• Read more about Magician Joshua Lozoff
• Request an estimate for your event

Comedian Posters

One of the things we strive for at Larry Weaver Entertainment is to have the best, most useful entertainment agency web presence possible. We want to give you everything you need to make an informed booking decision.

Longer Video Clips
We've recently greatly increased the amount of video clips for each performer, including up to 30 minutes of previews for some. Take a look at our clean comedian videos.

Better Promotional Materials
Our work doesn't end once you've signed the contract. We know you need to promote the performance and get people out to the show. That's why we're working with each individual performer to develop stunning promotional posters to advertise your event. Check out just a few or our original creations below.



We're just getting started designing these comedian posters, so keep checking back. We want to be the best entertainment agency website anywhere. Anything less simply won't do.

How Much Do Comedians Charge?

"We all want a full house and happy guests. Larry's got the secrets and steps to making sure your next talent decision is the best." - Bob Klaus, General Manager Durham Performing Arts Center

Hi, I'm Larry Weaver, comedian and founder of Larry Weaver Entertainment agency. If you're thinking about having a comedy act for an upcoming event, you need to read my book "How to Hire Comedians".

Planning a successful comedy performance involves choosing the right entertainer, negotiating the contract, and properly setting up the room for the comedian to work.

My book answers all of your most pressing questions like:
• How much do comedians charge?
• How long should the show last? and
• What type of sound system will I need?

Never before has a guide taken you step-by-step through the entire process of hiring a comedian and producing a live comedy show.

And along the way we'll give you exclusive insider tips from Nationally-touring comedy acts.

Whether you’re an experienced meeting planner or a first-timer, you’ll find the checklists and practical advice invaluable.

So if you’re thinking about hiring a comedy act, pick up "How to Hire Comedians" today!

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