Today Is April 5

National Read a Road Map Day is an unofficial holiday celebrated on April 5th. It's a day dedicated to the good old-fashioned paper map, encouraging people to ditch the GPS and rediscover the thrill of navigating with a physical map. 

 Here's a breakdown of the day's significance: 

A Throwback Experience: It's a chance to revisit a time before smartphones and GPS became ubiquitous. It's a reminder of the planning and map-reading skills that were essential for travellers in the past. 

The Adventure of Planning: Reading a physical map can spark a sense of adventure. It allows you to visualize your route, discover interesting stops along the way, and foster a connection with the journey itself. 

Challenging Your Skills: Deciphering road maps can be a fun challenge. It requires critical thinking and spatial reasoning skills that GPS navigation doesn't.