Paper maps are the best. While google maps et al can show you close ups of small areas, to get the bigger picture doesn’t always happen. Using a map you can more easily see if there’s a feasible alternative route to where you’re going.
We still carry a National Geographic Road Atlas in the car. It’s spiral bound with a plastic front and back cover, about 11” by 15”.
I like being able to see the big picture on a nice full size map also.
Plus it works great as a lap table for eating on the road!