How to Find Your Way Anywhere When There's No One to Ask for Directions

Being lost is one thing that really gets nerve-racking, especially if there is no one near to ask directions. But just as all problems have a solution, there are things you can do to make your ordeal easier and find your right way.

Technology
With mobile phones, Global Positioning Satellite (GPS) devices and portable Internet devices you can always determine where you are and find the way you are supposed to go. The mobile phone is the easiest way, just call your friends or someone who has access to a map or the Internet and ask them for directions. GPS on the other hand is free across the country and can easily locate road maps and famous landmarks and destinations. If you have devices that could access the Internet thru Wi-Fi then it's time to log on and search for directions with online map resources.
The Old Way
If in case you are not a "technophile" and prefer the old way of doing things, there are still ways to get out of your situation. Like for instance a compass would be handy. Just look at where you are and start heading the direction you are supposed to go. If a compass is not available, just remember the sun rises in the east and sets in the west.
Road signs are also important; every highway or town has signs with arrows or directions on them. Just follow one sign until you find someone you can ask for directions. Buying a map also does the trick before going to an unfamiliar place and familiarize yourself with the main highways and avenues. Also look for famous landmarks, stores, and malls and search for them when you get lost. The Internet is also a good way to do your research.Foreign LandIf you are lost in a place where people doesn’t speak English, then make sure have an English-Native Language translation dictionary or book. Learn the words that are associated with directions like right, left, straight ahead, I’m lost, etc. If the book is not available make sure you research and learn the place you are going before you go. The best way really to find your way in any place is to ask people for directions; if there is no one around and you are really lost, then you will have to try to find anyone you can to ask so that you can reach your destination more easily