Google Maps offers a range of features beyond basic navigation, including real-time traffic updates, offline maps, and route planning tools to make travel more efficient. (Image: Express Image) Google Maps is widely used for getting from one place to another, but over time, it has evolved into a more capable travel and planning tool. Beyond basic navigation, it now offers a range of features that can help users plan trips, avoid crowded places, and manage your travel more efficiently while you’re on the go. However, even with all these additions, many people still tend to rely only on directions. As a result, they often miss out on several practical tools within the app that can actually reduce uncertainty during travel and make the whole experience far more convenient.   Here’s a look at some features that can help users get more out of the app: Check how busy a place is before visiting Google Maps can show how busy a location is at different times of the day.…