As a Level 6 Local Guide, from Bangalore, India I would like to believe I have helped many people decide where to go through my contributions. I often share reviews and photos that give a clear picture of what you can expect from a place before you actually get there. I am an explorer. I love using every opportunity I can to visit new places. I typically enjoy adding information and photographs of the places that I’ve dined at, places I’ve stayed at and places that I’ve traveled to. Because Maps is pretty much the go-to mapping service for millions of people around the world, the information we add can reach a great number of people that need it. Planning trips for aging parents is particularly difficult. I tend to take over most of the planning. They have many needs and I like sharing information that I believe that crowd will value. Information regarding accessibility, regarding easy availability of resources and commute are always of great help to those who are new to a place. Google maps enables me to be a good Samaritan in the online community.