What does the Local Guides program mean to me?

I’ve been traveling around both domestic and abroad and used google maps heavily.

When the reviews started showing up, I said “thank you” to more strangers than I can count. Most reviews are so helpful - they shape my personal, business and family trips.

When I cam across the opportunity to join the Local Guides program I did not hesitate and joined. I want to help as many people as possible, just like other’s reviews help me.

I look at it like a mission with several outcomes:

  • Helping others know of places beforehand.

  • Rewarding good businesses (especially restaurants and hotels) with a good review

  • Sometimes (rarely, actually, as I try to be positive) warn others about a very negative experience.

In summary - the Local Guides program is a tool that allows me to help others by sharing useful information and photos as well as promote good things.