Introduce Yourself — June 2026

SholaIB · June 23, 2026, 6:34am

Hello @Lombokjuaratrip2016

Welcome to local guides connect forum. Apparently it’s your first time here. We hope you’ll find the forum interactive and useful. We mostly interact and discuss ways and topics to improve Google maps voluntarily.

To help you navigate connect here is A welcome to connect hand. It’s an article written with the intention of helping newbies navigate the forum easily.

Lastly, I want to notify you that I will move your post into our monthly introduction thread Introduce Yourself — June 2026. Feel free to connect with others and also introduce yourself using the same five prompts.

1.Name:

2.Location:

3.What I love about being a Local Guide:

4.My favorite thing to explore:

5.Fun Fact about me:

A landscape photo of you with a brief description.

See you around on the forum

Happy guiding

Cheers

EnglishmanUzbekistan · June 23, 2026, 6:02am

I’ve been based in Uzbekistan for 5 years

Today is a landmark day as Uzbekistan play their second world cup match . The world cup song has gone viral and people all over Uzbekistan are posting their version

AngieYC · June 23, 2026, 6:34am

Hi @EnglishmanUzbekistan,

Welcome to Connect! Since you are new on Connect, why not tell us more about yourself. I’ll merge it into this month’s thread - Introduce Yourself — June 2026, so you can connect with other Local Guides too!

To get to know more about our community, check out our Community Guidelines!

Alianabil96 · June 22, 2026, 11:44pm

Hello guys, I’m new local guide here from Setúbal Portugal .. Nice to meet you

iyudhi · June 22, 2026, 11:48pm

Welcome @Alianabil96 ! Feel free to introduce yourself in the monthly thread

Introduce Yourself — June 2026

Also you can have a look at community guidelines to get the most ouf ot this community!

Community guidelines

SholaIB · June 23, 2026, 6:36am

Hello @Alianabil96

Welcome to local guides connect forum. Apparently it’s your first time here. We hope you’ll find the forum interactive and useful. We mostly interact and discuss ways and topics to improve Google maps voluntarily.

To help you navigate connect here is A welcome to connect hand. It’s an article written with the intention of helping newbies navigate the forum easily.

Lastly, I want to notify you that I will move your post into our monthly introduction thread Introduce Yourself — June 2026. Feel free to connect with others and also introduce yourself using the same five prompts.

1.Name:

2.Location:

3.What I love about being a Local Guide:

4.My favorite thing to explore:

5.Fun Fact about me:

A landscape photo of you with a brief description.

See you around on the forum

Happy guiding

Cheers

SharmaKK · June 23, 2026, 6:37am

🎉 Celebrating our newest contributors who recently joined Local Guides Connect and are already making an impact by earning their first badge!😊

Hi @rhayes73, @OlivioFarias, @noemiafraga, @Dimurano, @dickmutashe, @OnlineDream, @Damianos, @RishalMajeed, @01700611420, @Nelson19, @patyR, @arizero, @Alexandre1987, @AlehBairros, @shayedkhan, @alnahid, @HaydarMajed, @DaniloFrangi, @ConradD, @Jaynul, @arminkit, @sebrinek, @Huynq, @IamShyam, @HichamM, @Shiiraan1961, @leogodoy, @sandhimself, @Geomed, @Mr.Energy, @Fagrouchi, @Ado2, @DufferAT, @Angelicalara1411, @dawga5, @AdinaUngureanu, @Palaki, @TamTam1, @Andrew181, @Jhonatas1, @vitorpedroza, @AlALI, @Nasimiento, @Pllt50, @Dakotanc56, @andreagpep, @Lidia2, @XxBaloMatiasxX, @Sille, @Laffinwolf — Congratulations on earning your Badge!

A warm welcome to all of you who recently joined Local Guides Connect! — a vibrant space to learn, share your experiences, and grow together as a community.

I’m excited to see your upcoming contributions and connect with each one of you!

You’ve Started Strong — Keep Going!

Start Your Journey on Connect: Read, Share Your Story & Join Meetups
A simple guide to help you write your first post, share your story, and participate in meetups
Whenever you get time, explore the Community Guidelines section and read any topic that interests you.
Introduce Yourself — June 2026
If you want to be featured in the monthly Introduce Yourself post, share your introduction in the comments with a horizontal photo (landscape mode), following the five prompts mentioned in this post

Explore & Get Involved

2026: Local Guides Events & Experiences
A must-read if you’re interested in attending Local Guides events
Forthcoming Meet-ups
Join in-person, virtual, or hybrid meetups to connect, learn, and grow with the community

How did you discover Local Guides Connect?

After receiving an email
I discovered Local Guides Connect in a different way

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Mapping Local, Creating Global 🌍

SharmaKK · June 23, 2026, 6:38am

Welcome Back & Congratulations!

Hello @Abu_elyazia, @Lananh_Hanoi, @nobiter, @Turki777, @Niranjan6, @chaimnoy, @Tymon_r, @Ansky, @Dabou, @MartaMay, @DanTresOmi, @Rwange333, @yasuzoh, @1908, @StephanieJFritsch, @AmineMohamed, @travis.simonson, @Cliviger, @M1K4_3L, @Cedric-Oni, @salgo60, @TheRPM, @rahulzog, @ranjanverma01, @jiro0221, @Dustin_jb, @Amaia, @julianomn89, @Soniaboo17, @SweatLessTravel, @Dawn, @anvichim, @ritatraspadini, @Driss_Dakhla_Tours, @Red-L, @SanDiegoHouseShop, @Tiba, @MsJazz79, @MANIKANTAB, @solrivero, @wrondonm, @Lukesaysmoo!
A big shoutout to all of you for recently earning the ‘New Friend’ badge on Local Guides Connect—congratulations!

Even if you’ve been part of Connect before, it’s always a joy to see you engaging again—starting with your first like. Every small interaction helps make our community stronger!

Whether you’re returning after a break or exploring Connect more actively now, we’re thrilled to have you back. Connect isn’t just a platform—it’s a community, and every interaction counts.

I’m excited to see your upcoming contributions and connect with each one of you!

Continue Your Journey on Connect

• Whenever you have time, explore the Community Guidelines section and read topics that interest you.

• Introduce Yourself — June 2026
If you’d like to be featured in the monthly Introduce Yourself post, share your introduction in the comments along with a horizontal (landscape) photo, following the five prompts mentioned in the post.

• Start Your Journey on Connect: Read, Share Your Story & Join Meetups
A simple guide to help you write your first post, share your story, and participate in meetups.

Explore & Get Involved

• 2026: Local Guides Events & Experiences
A must-read if you’re interested in attending Local Guides events.

• Forthcoming Meet-ups
Join in-person, virtual, or hybrid meetups to connect, learn, and grow with the community.

Question for you:

How have you contributed to sustainability on Google Maps?
Select all that apply. If any option isn’t clear, please read “6 Ways I Support Sustainability on Google Maps.”

Writing reviews that highlight sustainable practices
Updating sustainability attributes
Mapping green initiatives
Answering quick questions
Adding photos and videos related to sustainability
Creating and sharing lists

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Mapping Local, Creating Global 🌍

Frostvr4 · June 23, 2026, 6:41am

Can’t believe I’ve been leaving reviews and uploading photos for over 10yrs now and just found out about this place today..

Pete-explore · June 22, 2026, 5:36pm

Hi all, I’m Pete, lived around Europe mostly, but from S.A. I’m local contributor to Maps, over here we have to drive everywhere, public transport bit limited, so most of my travels are by Jeep, great way to explore off the beaten track. glad to be part of the community.

SholaIB · June 23, 2026, 6:41am

Hello @Pete-explore

Welcome to local guides connect forum. Apparently it’s your first time here. We hope you’ll find the forum interactive and useful. We mostly interact and discuss ways and topics to improve Google maps voluntarily.

To help you navigate connect here is A welcome to connect hand. It’s an article written with the intention of helping newbies navigate the forum easily.

Lastly, I want to notify you that I will move your post into our monthly introduction thread Introduce Yourself — June 2026. Feel free to connect with others and also introduce yourself using the same five prompts.

1.Name:

2.Location:

3.What I love about being a Local Guide:

4.My favorite thing to explore:

5.Fun Fact about me:

A landscape photo of you with a brief description.

See you around on the forum

Happy guiding

Cheers

SharmaKK · June 23, 2026, 6:43am

🎉 Celebrating our newest contributors who recently joined Local Guides Connect and are already making an impact by earning their first badge!😊

Hi @bushgirl, @Josu, @aliqu987, @Abbasi, @Aysel1, @EngAnwar, @Justicedepartment, @Digimobile, @Foxini, @audrey.sophiane, @Rod.Chalmers, @Moni1, @Konveksifirdaus, @Eldrc44, @Wolker, @girara1, @Christ_Strobel, @sellingmas, @Bonitadreama, @TheBoreholeGuy, @E_wan-voyage, @Me158947, @MATHOG58, @exe, @Ou8, @Stateofstatic, @Bernd100, @Maria_Amalia, @Prince-moosa, @CHAOS1, @Adangwalalo, @Hayes.2, @MrsV, @Enrico.Greggio, @Esam1, @sanithnair123, @lightScriptor, @Fredy1, @mehdi1, @Bambini1, @just_dila, @Kader223, @REZALI, @UFBI, @wysinotwyg, @Insanitizer, @Charlie_Hsieh, @Mik3, @DebiZ2026, @BeverlyAnn — Congratulations on earning your Badge!

A warm welcome to all of you who recently joined Local Guides Connect! — a vibrant space to learn, share your experiences, and grow together as a community.

I’m excited to see your upcoming contributions and connect with each one of you!

You’ve Started Strong — Keep Going!

Start Your Journey on Connect: Read, Share Your Story & Join Meetups
A simple guide to help you write your first post, share your story, and participate in meetups
Whenever you get time, explore the Community Guidelines section and read any topic that interests you.
Introduce Yourself — June 2026
If you want to be featured in the monthly Introduce Yourself post, share your introduction in the comments with a horizontal photo (landscape mode), following the five prompts mentioned in this post

Explore & Get Involved

2026: Local Guides Events & Experiences
A must-read if you’re interested in attending Local Guides events
Forthcoming Meet-ups
Join in-person, virtual, or hybrid meetups to connect, learn, and grow with the community

How did you discover Local Guides Connect?

After receiving an email
I discovered Local Guides Connect in a different way

0 voters

Mapping Local, Creating Global 🌍

Yusufseymen · June 23, 2026, 6:46am

Hello everyone, this change has turned out really perfect.

23 June 2026

09.45

I’m writing this message from my holiday in Antalya.

24091982 · June 23, 2026, 4:07am

Hello! I’m a local guide based in Livingstone, Zambia. I love helping visitors discover the beauty of Victoria Falls, wildlife, and local culture. Looking forward to sharing amazing experiences with you!

Manishhh · June 23, 2026, 4:35am

Dear @24091982

Welcome to Local Guides Connect.

Would request you to introduce yourself in below monthly thread for introduction ( Introduce Yourself — June 2026 ) where you can meet local guides from around the world.

here are the five prompts you can use along with your photo and share your introduction In this thread

1.Name:

2.Location:

3.What I love about being a Local Guide:

4.My favorite thing to explore:

5.Fun Fact about me:

Would also request you read the community guidlines which will help you understand this platform better ( Read first! Connect community guidelines ) ( Community guidelines - Local Guides Connect )

KashifMisidia · June 23, 2026, 6:46am

Hello @24091982 and warm Welcome to Local Guides Connect.

I want to inform you that I’m merging your post to our monthly feature Introduce Yourself — June 2026 to you , where you can meet local guides from around the world.

Moreover, Here you can follow the five prompts below and share your introduction In this thread including your photo (in landscape mode).

1.Name:

2.Location:

3.What I love about being a Local Guide:

4.My favorite thing to explore:

5.Fun Fact about me:

A landscape photo of you with a brief description.

I also wanted to recommend to you, check Read first! Connect community guidelines for more information on Connect redesign FAQ: Your questions answered!,
& You can also Visit Community guidelines page for in-depth resources on the Connect features.

and many more

marcobarat · June 23, 2026, 6:46am

Hi guys!

It’s a pleasure be part of this new initiative!

KashifMisidia · June 23, 2026, 6:49am

Hello @marcobarat and warm Welcome to Local Guides Connect.

I want to inform you that I’m merging your post to our monthly feature Introduce Yourself — June 2026 to you , where you can meet local guides from around the world.

Moreover, Here you can follow the five prompts below and share your introduction In this thread including your photo (in landscape mode).

1.Name:

2.Location:

3.What I love about being a Local Guide:

4.My favorite thing to explore:

5.Fun Fact about me:

A landscape photo of you with a brief description.

I also wanted to recommend to you, check Read first! Connect community guidelines for more information on Connect redesign FAQ: Your questions answered!,
& You can also Visit Community guidelines page for in-depth resources on the Connect features.

and many more

minchev · June 23, 2026, 6:49am

Assoc. Prof. in Faculty of Computer Science and Engineering at Burgas Free University.