I am new here and very happy to be a part of this community.
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Welcome, @LeonKennedy901!
Here is a great place to introduce yourself.
https://www.localguidesconnect.com/t/introduce-yourself-may-2025/477853
Tell us about yourself!
Welcome @LeonKennedy901
Welcome to the Local Guides Connect.
Hello @LeonKennedy901
May I happily join @JordanBurleson and @NandKK to say welcome to local guides connect forum.
May I also kindly inform you that I am merging your post into our monthly introduction thread where you can meet and interact with all local guides on the forum and around the world.
Mind you,feel free to also introduce yourself using the 5 main prompts.
Name:
Location:
What I love about being a Local Guide:
My favorite thing to explore:
Funfact about me:
Feel free to attach a photo of you (In a landscape mode).
May I also extend A Welcome Hand link !!! The welcome hand link contains necessary information for newbies on connect. Hope you will find it useful and interesting. See you around on the forum.
Happy guiding
Cheers
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Hello @Pritamkumar01 & welcome to Local Guides Connect.
I want to inform you that I’m merging your post to our monthly feature Introduce Yourself — May 2025 , 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 
Thank you
Hello..let me introduce myself, I am Nuning from Indonesia and a local guide level 8.
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Hello @Sisca_Nuning & welcome to Local Guides Connect.
I want to inform you that I’m merging your post to our monthly feature Introduce Yourself — May 2025 , 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
Thank you
This is my first time participating in an “Introduce Yourself” post. So, here are my details for the “Introduce Yourself” post. @AngieYC
1. Name: Hanugya Panchal
2. Location: Rajasthan , India
3. What I love about being a Local Guide: I love being a Local Guide because it gives me the opportunity to share my honest experiences and help others find great places. It feels rewarding to know that my reviews and photos can make someone’s visit better or easier. I also enjoy exploring new spots and learning more about different places through this role. Being part of a community that values real, helpful information motivates me to contribute regularly and improve the experiences of travelers and locals alike.
4. My favorite thing to explore: My favorite things to explore include visiting temples, which I find peaceful and spiritually uplifting. I also enjoy adventurous activities that get my adrenaline pumping. Hill trekking is one of my passions because it allows me to connect with nature and enjoy breathtaking views. Exploring historical places fascinates me as I love learning about the culture and stories behind them. I’m also a big fan of trying out different food courts to experience a variety of delicious local and regional cuisines. One thing I especially love is watching the sunset—whether I’m at a sunset point on the ground or up on a hill, I always enjoy the peaceful beauty of the sun setting. It’s a moment I never miss during my travels. Each of these explorations adds something unique and exciting to my journeys.
5. Fun fact about me: Whenever I need something, even if it’s right in front of me, I just can’t seem to see it—this is my fun fact. It’s funny how sometimes the simplest things can completely escape my attention. Maybe I’m just easily distracted or my eyes play tricks on me!
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Hi @o_0, @Mona_k, @anju.sahoo, @muflih.ansari, @vory, @M1ghtyExar, @Mary_Lamar, @DonJp, @Ahsan_Al_Miraj, @jrdmcgrth, @Shitniggerfuck6988, @i.you.see, @Niraj72, @Sylwia91134, @MiguelR03, @luizahulle, and @sujit a warm welcome to Local Guides Connect! 
Congratulations to everyone on your badge reward! A special shoutout to @Mary_Lamar, MSD, @DonJp, and @Ahsan_Al_Miraj for the reward of 3 badges ‘New Friend’, ‘Newly Popular’ and ‘New Writer’.
Since January 2025, we have been celebrating the 10th anniversary of the Local Guides Program and the 20th anniversary of Google Maps. You have joined Connect at a significant milestone!
So let us celebrate together! Get started with these exciting activities:
Introduce yourself 
I recommend reviewing the guidelines in the main ‘Introduce Yourself’ post if you’d like a chance to be featured in an upcoming months main post Introduce Yourself — June 2025
Attend Meetups Connect with fellow Local Guides
Take Part in Ongoing Activities Join our Local Guides anniversary photo booth!, This Month's Challenges at a Glance
If you’re from India, don’t forget to subscribe to the Local Guides WhatsApp Channel—link in the post!
You’re welcome to explore the tutorial available on the tutorial on the Community Guidelines page.
Let’s get to know you!
How did you discover Local Guides Connect?
- After receiving an email
- I discovered Local Guides Connect in a different way
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Keep exploring, keep sharing, and keep guiding! 
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Welcome Back and Congratulations!
Hello Wanderer_spook007, gjeronymo,, Rinyphung,,timokipz,, and Sinarhadiwijaya A big shoutout to each of you for the reward of ‘New Friend’ badge on Local Guides Connect! 
Even if you’ve been part of Connect earlier, it’s always a joy to see you engaging—your first like is a small step that makes a big impact!
Whether you’ve just returned after a break or are exploring Connect more deeply now, we’re glad to have you here. Connect is not just a platform—it’s a community, and every interaction counts.
Since 2025 marks a double celebration— 10 years of the Local Guides Program and 20 years of Google Maps —your renewed engagement couldn’t have come at a better time!
Here are some ways to keep the momentum going:
- Introduce Yourself: If you haven’t introduced yourself yet, jump into theJune, 2025 ‘Introduce Yourself’ thread.
- Attend Meetups: Find or host virtual/in-person events to connect with other LGs.
- Join Challenges: Check out This Month’s Challenges and take part in the celebration!
- Explore the Photo Booth: Add your smile to the Local Guides anniversary photo booth.
If you’re from India, don’t forget to subscribe to the Local Guides WhatsApp Channel—link in the post!
Welcome back, and here’s to more milestones ahead!
Let’s keep guiding, keep connecting, and keep the spirit alive!