1. Download this zip file that contains the templates
2. Unzip it
3. Copy & paste the template* to the following folder on your computer:

• For users of Windows Vista, browse to ProgramData\Microsoft\Microsoft Streets & Trips\16.0\Templates
• For users of Windows XP, browse to \Documents and Settings\All Users\Application Data\Microsoft\Microsoft Streets & Trips\16.0\Templates

Please note: Microsoft modified the location of the default template in S&T 2009. More information about this can be found in the help file. In Vista, ProgramData is a hidden folder. It needs to be made visible in the control panel file options.

* The zip file contains 2 templates: 

• New North American Map.ptt = for MapPoint 2009
• New North American Map.stt = for Streets & Trips 2009

Shout outs to Rob Taylo the CEO of Wifi In Motion!

I met these guys here at the Pomona RV Show and they helped me get WiFi access at the Streets & Trips booth when the 'official' network went down.   Thanks again!

What is WiFi In Motion?

WiFi In Motion is a packaged wireless Internet access solution that includes a high-gain antenna, a 3-watt amplifier, a 3G mobile router, and all the accessories you need to create your own hot spot.

In the past, RVers wanted internet access on the road often had to go with a satellite system.  While they did the job the cost of the needed equipment was $2500-9000.  The WiFi in Motion setup will set you up for under $1000. Check here for prices.

You can install it yourself and typically takes about 1 to 1 ½ hours.

This seems late in coming especially since we’ve had S&T 09 available as a trial download even prior to our September release date.

I love the cool flash animations for the Entertainment Online coupon integration.  Nice work! :-)

Check it out here: http://www.microsoft.com/streets/

This weekend we head out to to show the latest and greatest version of Microsoft Streets & Trips 2009 to RV crowd in sunny southern California!  We’ll be in booth #308 at the Fairplex so come by and say hello.