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'The Guide' Shows Tourists the Way

— November 10, 2008 — Art & Design
If you are a tourist exploring a rainy city, The Guide umbrella might be a cool alternative to GPS devices to show your around and keep you dry (or away from the scorching sun) at the same time.

The creative umbrella design serves as a guide of sorts with a map of the city with highlighted cafes, restaurants and hot spots printed on the outside of the umbrella.

This particular design by Cansu Cender features a map of Istanbul, Turkey, but it can be easily adopted to any area and sold at tourism shops and bookstores in these places.

Trend Themes

  1. City Guide Umbrellas — Developing umbrellas with printed maps of cities to provide tourists with an innovative way to navigate and explore urban areas.
  2. Multifunctional Umbrellas — Creating umbrellas that serve multiple purposes, such as providing shade from the sun while also functioning as a map or guide for tourists.
  3. Tourist-focused Innovations — Implementing innovative designs and technologies specifically targeting the needs and preferences of tourists, such as umbrellas with built-in maps or GPS systems.

Industry Implications

  1. Tourism — The tourism industry can capitalize on the demand for unique and practical tourist products like city guide umbrellas.
  2. Retail — Retailers can benefit from selling multifunctional umbrellas that cater to the needs of tourists and offer added value.
  3. Design and Manufacturing — Designers and manufacturers can explore the potential of creating tourist-focused innovations, such as umbrellas with integrated tech or customized city maps.
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