Introduction

Welcome to Craft My Route Smart Companion! This platform allows you to plan and organize your travels by providing easy-to-use tools such as an interactive map, itinerary generator, and trip management features. Whether you are a frequent traveler or planning your first big trip, this guide will help you get the most out of the platform.

System Requirements

• Browser: Chrome, Firefox, Safari, or Microsoft Edge.
• Screen Resolution: Minimum 1280x720 for optimal display.
• Internet Connection: At least 5 Mbps to load maps and travel suggestions effectively.

Navigation Overview

The navigation bar at the top of the website helps you move through key areas such as:

• My Profile: Manage your personal profile and view achievements.
• New Trip: Start a new trip by entering destination details.
• Place Finder: Use the TomTom Map to locate destinations or points of interest.
• Travel Suggestion: Get tailored travel suggestions based on your preferences.
• Craft Your Route: Access your custom trip itinerary.

Creating a New Trip

To create a new trip:

1. Click on the New Trip button in the navigation bar.
2. Enter your destination city, start date, and end date in the provided form.
3. Click Send to submit your trip details. The trip will be saved, and you will be directed to the itinerary creation page.

Key Features

Trip Creation Form

What it does: The trip creation form helps you specify your destination, trip dates, and any additional details to set up a new trip.

How to use: Enter the destination, start date, and end date, then click Send.

Location Finder (TomTom Map Integration)

What it does: The Place Finder uses the TomTom map to help you find locations, landmarks, or points of interest for your trip.

How to use: Use the search box to find locations or click on the map to drop markers and explore places.

Trip Itinerary Generator

What it does: This feature automatically generates a detailed itinerary for your trip, including landmarks, restaurants, and activities.

How to use: Enter your preferences (destination, budget, and duration), and click Search Destinations to generate the itinerary.

Using the Itinerary Planner

The Itinerary Planner helps you manage your trip by allowing you to add and edit daily events and activities.

1. Fill out the Itinerary Form with event details like title, dates, and description.
2. View your itinerary in the Itinerary List section.
3. Use the My Itinerary Calendar to add or modify activities for specific days.

Profile and Account Settings

To view or edit your profile, click My Profile in the navigation bar. From here, you can:

• View and edit your personal details.
• See your Achievements and earned badges.
• Upload photos and save favorite travel destinations.

FAQ

Q: How do I start planning a new trip?

A: Click New Trip in the navigation bar, enter your destination and trip dates, then click Send.

Q: Can I use Craft My Route on mobile?

A: Yes, Craft My Route is fully responsive and works on both mobile and desktop browsers.

Q: How do I update my itinerary?

A: Go to the Itinerary Planner to modify or delete events, or use the calendar to adjust daily activities.

Troubleshooting & Support

Common Issues

• Issue: The map in the Place Finder is not loading.
• Solution: Ensure your browser has location services enabled and check your internet connection.
• Issue: I am m unable to save my trip.
• Solution: Make sure all required fields are filled in and your browser supports sessionStorage.

Contacting Support

If you need further assistance, please contact our support team at [Support Email] or visit the Help Center on our website.