I was there too and I like it or not.
I joined the Local Guides program four years ago. I love travelling since I was a child. Also, I kept a diary for the places I went to. I always like sharing what I do, where I go, what I eat, in short everything. This program allows me to share my places and help others. Now Google Maps contribution has become a part of my routine. Additionally, as a local guide, I am able to help small business owners by adding their locations in the map. So the customers can find these places and take advantage of this. I also love all emails google maps send for monthly information. From this information, I am able to know that I travelled around 5% of the world this year.