title: Embed Google Map with search bar
body: <p>I'd like to create a Google map with a search box to embed into my site. I've already created the custom map with my markers via my google maps account.</p>
  
  <p>Unfortunately the html embedded maps don't include a search box within a map, so I believe I need the Google API. All I need a map with a search box and zoom (zoom seems there by default), so that I can add places of interest (clubs in my case) from my Google account. I would like visitors to be able to type a place of interest in the search box, and it will take them to that location on the map, and show local clubs nearby.</p>
  
  <p>I've already spent some time looking for examples, so that I can modify it to suit my needs, but have not found something similar. My programming skills are quite limited, so I'm looking for a simple solution.</p>
  
  <p>Can anyone point me in the right direction here please?</p>