Cool Google Maps - Who knew maps could be fun?

2008-05-19T15:45:00.009-05:00

Hello world - this blog is under new ownership - I will be doing my best to respond to all emails and suggestions for new and cool maps to add, so keep those cards and letters coming. I have a bit of a backlog to go through, but I will try to get to it all by the end of the month, so if you have already sent a request, I'll be reading it shortly.

Thanks!

~ the new cubemonkey

PS - Here is my own autobiographical map blog: Many Houses. Enjoy!

2007-11-20T09:07:00.000-05:00

Hospital Rankings Map - This is my first living will entry. If I contract Pneumonia, do not take me to the hospital by my house. This cool Google Map shows your hospitals rankings for various cases. I'd stear clear of the red ones...

2007-11-20T08:35:00.000-05:00

How far does Santa Travel Map - Well it's time get into the holiday spirit and there's no better way than using maps to track Santa right? This cool Google Map lets you map the distance Santa has to travel to your house. 3141 miles to delivery my dress socks isn't bad.

2007-11-16T11:14:00.000-05:00

Instant Polling Map - Ever had a question you wanted random people to respond to? This cool Google Map lets people respond to your question and you can watch it real time. I may have to ask is Cool Google Maps the best map site ever?

2007-11-15T14:51:00.000-05:00

Wikipedia Changes Map - It's official, I'm coining the phrase wikistalking right here. This cool Google Maps lets you watch Wikipedia changes in almost real time. Someone just edited something about a pirate, come on people, don't we have better things to do?

2007-11-15T14:47:00.000-05:00

Driving Carbon Emissions Map - Everyone is going "green" these days so we're going to join in on the fun. This cool Google Map displays your carbon emissions based on your trip. Sorry carbon gods, not riding my bike across the state.

2007-11-15T14:26:00.000-05:00

Napa Valley Winery Map - Ok I'll be honest, the closest thing I drink to a good glass of wine is a nice glass of Captain and Coke. Hey I'm a simple man! This cool Google Map shows information on the winery's in the Napa Valley.

2007-10-16T12:50:00.000-05:00

Gym Locater Map - This is for all you lazys out there sitting at home looking for maps all night. This cool Google Map locates the nearest batch of gyms for you to join. Summer is only 8 months away, time to get in shape.

2007-10-16T12:40:00.000-05:00

Travel Do's and Don'ts Map - Going to a strange city and don't know what to see or how to act? This cool Google Maps lets you browse and add your own do's and don'ts. Pretty good idea for a community of opinion'd people.

2007-10-16T12:34:00.000-05:00

Cell Phone Signal Map - Find out if your cell phone service will be garbage or not where you live before you buy. This cool Google Map displays what people have said about their phone signals. My area has a skull and cross bones, I flagged as inaccurate.

2007-10-16T09:53:00.000-05:00

Geographic Midpoint Map - So when you say you want to meet someone half way you can now literally do it. This cool Google Map calculates the geographic midpoint between cities. Looks like I'm gonna be parked in someones backyard, again.

2007-10-16T09:37:00.000-05:00

Stadium Hunt Map - I can't believe they have this site defaulting to the Gaints stadium when the Steelers are clearly 37% more awesome. This cool Google Maps has all your favorite sports teams stadiums.

2007-10-16T09:20:00.000-05:00

Garage Sale Map - I'm always looking for a good bargain on some used things. This cool Google Map pulls garage / yard / estate / etc.. sale information in from Craigslist and other websites and maps them for you. "Moving Sale: Items priced to GO!" - Count me in.

2007-10-16T09:12:00.000-05:00

Prime Fishing Times Map - I'm not a fan of pulling the hooks out of a fish's mouth but hey if that's your thing, good luck to you! This cool Google Map shows the best times to go fishing. Canned tuna is tastey.

2007-10-16T08:59:00.000-05:00

Place Spotting Map - Don't let my mapping experience fool you, I am not worldly. That being said I am terrible at this game. This cool Google Map shows a place and a riddle to solve that will clue you into its location. You then need to find it on the map below. I'm 0 for 3, I quit.

2007-10-16T08:47:00.000-05:00

Flight Emission Calculator Map - Well I was very excited and had a great time on my trip to West Palm Beach the other weekend. But then I saw how much CO2 emissions I caused. 379lbs! I can't even comprehend that. This cool Google Map lets you click on 2 airports and displays the emissions from the flight.

2007-10-15T14:47:00.000-05:00

Uranium Mining Map - In addition to saving our animal friends I'm also a supporter of saving our rock friends. This cool Google map shows the uranium claims near our favorite National Parks. Please save the parks, I need somewhere pretty to play guitar when I retire.

2007-10-15T14:29:00.000-05:00

Dark Destinations Map - For those of you into the darker side of traveling this site is for you. This cool Google Map shows all the mysterious side trips for your vacation. I choose halloween hayrides since it is that time of year. Boo.

2007-10-15T14:17:00.000-05:00

Flight Tracker Map - So your buddy is flying in for a weekend of partying want to know exactly how long you can nap for before picking them up at the airport. This cool Google Map allows you to track the real time flight status so you won't wake up a minute to soon.

2007-10-15T14:08:00.000-05:00

Panoramic Earth Map - I'll say it again...How needs travel when we have sites like this. This cool Google Map shows panoramic photos from all over the world. I feel more cultured already. Right now I'm hanging out in Ibiza on the beach, mentally...

2007-10-15T13:57:00.000-05:00

Landmarks Map - Who needs to visit the Grand Canyon when I can just look at a 1 inch photo of it from my desk? I'm just trying to save a few bucks people! This cool Google Map has a collection of landmark and photos from all around the world. Happy traveling.

2007-10-15T13:41:00.000-05:00

Road Petition Map - Sick of driving your fancy 99 Civic over those annoying pot holes? This cool Google Map lets you voice your opinion for getting those problems fixed.

2007-10-15T13:32:00.000-05:00

Humpback Whale Map - Call me crazy but I believe years ago I wrote of a map for tracking whales or some other marine animal. Well I'm still a supporter of saving our aquatic friends. This cool Google Map lets you follow the Great Whale Trail. Go Nameless 37229!

2007-10-15T13:26:00.000-05:00

Middle Earth Map - Not a big fan of the Lord of the Rings but to each his own. This cool Google Map has an overview of Middle Earth. Either its all in spanish or those are just the terms from the movie, not sure!

2007-10-15T13:25:00.000-05:00

Ok I'm back after a year of not posting maps. Exciting!

2006-10-19T10:13:00.000-05:00

Sunrise/Sunset Tracking Map - Who needs to sit out on the beach and watch the sunrise when you can just stare at your computer screen and track it across the globe. Much much easier that way. This cool Google Map tracks the sunrise and sunset in real time around the world.

2006-10-19T09:54:00.000-05:00

PISCO Map - At Cool Google Maps we love to help out preserving our aquatic friends. If you're a scientist you'll love this map, if you're not, then you'll look at it with great confusion like me. Either way maybe you'll gain some knowledge our west coast ecosystem.

Technorati Tags: [pisco] [Google Maps] [CoolGoogleMaps] [Mashup] [Map API]

2006-10-19T08:54:00.000-05:00

Zoomf UK Propery Map - This ones for you all my UK, underground riding, flat dwelling, across the ocean friends. This cool Google Map lets you search all the property you could ever dream of renting/buying. Perhaps if I made a few more pennies off this site I'll spend a few pounds on some property.

Technorati Tags: [zoomf] [property] [Google Maps] [CoolGoogleMaps] [Mashup] [Map API]

2006-10-19T08:11:00.000-05:00

Currency Tracking Maps - Ever wonder where your money hangs out after you spend it? Strip clubs? Gas stations? Bar floors? Probably all of the above. These cool Google Maps track currency around the US and Europe. Enter your own in or track other peoples.
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Technorati Tags: [money] [banknote] [Google Maps] [CoolGoogleMaps] [Mashup] [Map API]

2006-10-17T15:04:00.000-05:00

Gothamist Map - Basically this map shows me that NY is dangerous and I probably don't want to live there. Seems to have a fire or accident or perp search every other block. This cool Google Map shows the latest incidents in NY.

Technorati Tags: [Google Maps] [CoolGoogleMaps] [Mashup] [Map API]

2006-10-17T13:59:00.000-05:00

Geodistance Map - This cool Google Map show the distance on a map by clicking around on it. I have to walk .222 miles to get to the subway in the morning, thats outrageous, I need to live nextdoor they only have to walk .133 miles.

Technorati Tags: [Google Maps] [CoolGoogleMaps] [Mashup] [Map API]

2006-10-17T13:47:00.000-05:00

Top 10 Highest Paid Men - This is why I have to marry a woman from the previous map, I'm not on this one. This cool Google Map shows the 10 highest paid men according to fortune magazine.

Technorati Tags: [Google Maps] [CoolGoogleMaps] [Mashup] [Map API]

2006-10-17T13:42:00.000-05:00

Top 10 Paid Women Map - Sorry ladies, my marriage proposal is limited to one of these 10 women. This cool Google Map shows the highest paid woman according to fortune magazine.

Technorati Tags: [Google Maps] [CoolGoogleMaps] [Mashup] [Map API]

2006-10-17T12:41:00.000-05:00

Pet Airport Incident Map - Don't be the deadbeat dad who gets the pooch lost, this cool Google Map displays airports that have lost, injured, or killed a pet. FYI, I would probably keep the family turtle away from Houston...
Technorati Tags: [pets] [airport incidents] [Google Maps] [CoolGoogleMaps] [Mashup] [Map API]

2006-10-17T12:31:00.000-05:00

GeoWalk Information Map - This cool Google Map lets you double click anywhere and see information, hotels, pictures from flickr, etc.. associated with that area. Look at those beautiful pictures of da burgh.

Technorati Tags: [Google Maps] [CoolGoogleMaps] [Mashup] [Map API]

2006-10-17T12:26:00.000-05:00

Real Time Satellite Tracking Map - This cool Google Map lets you track satellites in real time. My favorite is 'SL-3 R/B'. Go SL-3!!!

Technorati Tags: [satellite] [nasa] [Google Maps] [CoolGoogleMaps] [Mashup] [Map API]

2006-06-29T10:41:00.000-05:00

Top City Books Map - This cool Google Map shows the top 10 books in a city for 8 subjects. Did you know the top book in Jakarta is Papua Conflict: Jakartas Perceptions and Policies, super. Technorati Tags: [books] [travel] [Google Maps] [CoolGoogleMaps] [Mashup] [Map API]

2006-06-29T10:36:00.000-05:00

Flood Map - Don't worry my home will be safe from the 14m rising seas of global warming. This cool Google Map displays the flooded land based on how high the oceans rise. Technorati Tags: [flooding] [global warming] [Google Maps] [CoolGoogleMaps] [Mashup] [Map API]

2006-06-23T08:12:00.000-05:00

Area Code Geolocator Map - This cool Google Map displays the location of a phone number based on its area code and exchange. Works perfect for me. Technorati Tags: [geolocator] [Google Maps] [CoolGoogleMaps] [Mashup] [Map API]

2006-06-23T07:56:00.000-05:00

Nuclear Accidents Map - Make sure you don't live down wind of one of these places. This cool Google Map shows major nuclear accidents/disasters in the past. Technorati Tags: [nuclear] [nuclear accidents] [Google Maps] [CoolGoogleMaps] [Mashup] [Map API]

2006-06-23T07:23:00.000-05:00

Where Am I Map - This cool Google Map dispalys where you are using your IP. Although it says i'm in Ft. Worth Texas, but i'm not, but I was a month ago. Strange. Technorati Tags: [ip location] [Google Maps] [CoolGoogleMaps] [Mashup] [Map API]

2006-06-22T11:41:00.000-05:00

ASCII Map - You wanna be cool and get your directions the IT guy way?? This cool Google Map displays in ASCII characters. Here's where I live. Technorati Tags: [ascii] [Google Maps] [CoolGoogleMaps] [Mashup] [Map API]

2006-06-22T07:47:00.000-05:00

Quik Maps - This cool Google Map lets you create your own map by drawing and placeing markers on it. Who needs GPS... Technorati Tags: [Google Maps] [CoolGoogleMaps] [Mashup] [Map API]

2006-06-20T10:17:00.000-05:00

Map Quiz - If you're looking to kill 10 minutes right now, I have just the thing for you. This cool Google Map lets you match up areas on the map. Closest I got was 125 miles, beat that! Technorati Tags: [quiz] [Google Maps] [CoolGoogleMaps] [Mashup] [Map API]

2006-06-09T12:31:00.000-05:00

Active Volcanos Map - FYI..you might wanna check this out and make sure you don't have one of these in your backyard. This cool Google Map displays all the active volcanos in the world. Technorati Tags: [volcano] [Google Maps] [CoolGoogleMaps] [Mashup] [Map API]

2006-06-09T12:22:00.000-05:00

Missing Children Map - This cool Google Map shows the missing kids in the US. Just select your state and start lookin! Technorati Tags: [missing kids] [Google Maps] [CoolGoogleMaps] [Mashup] [Map API]

2006-06-06T13:59:00.000-05:00

Top US Medical Schools Map - This cool Google Map shows the top medical schools in the US. Pitt is coming in at number 16, I'm not surprised. Da burgh has got dem stillers n'at! Technorati Tags: [medical schools] [college] [Google Maps] [CoolGoogleMaps] [Mashup] [Map API]

2006-06-06T13:44:00.000-05:00

Top US Business Schools Map - This cool Google Map show the top U.S. business schools. Hmmmm VT didn't make the list, guess me being in the business program wasn't very prestigious. Technorati Tags: [business schools] [college] [Google Maps] [CoolGoogleMaps] [Mashup] [Map API]

2006-06-06T13:39:00.000-05:00

Top US Engineering Schools Map - Way to go Hokies representing number 30! This cool Google Map shows the top engineering schools in the U.S. Technorati Tags: [top schools] [engineering] [Google Maps] [CoolGoogleMaps] [Mashup] [Map API]

2006-06-05T14:59:00.000-05:00

Oscar Winner Map - Thats right, Pittsburgh is holding it down with one winner in 1984! Bet you wish your city was that cool. This cool Google Map shows the oscar winners from every year. Technorati Tags: [oscar] [awards] [Google Maps] [CoolGoogleMaps] [Mashup] [Map API]

2006-06-05T14:48:00.000-05:00

NCAA Champs Map - This cool Google Map shows the teams that played in the finals every year. Hmmmmmm the Hokies have never been in it. :( tear. Technorati Tags: [ncaa] [basketball] [Google Maps] [CoolGoogleMaps] [Mashup] [Map API]

2006-06-05T14:18:00.000-05:00

World Cup News Map - This cool Google Map shows each teams news feed. This just in...Team US is the best. Holler. Technorati Tags: [world cup] [fifa] [Google Maps] [CoolGoogleMaps] [Mashup] [Map API]

2006-06-05T13:18:00.000-05:00

Cricket Score Map - For all you cricket junkies out there. This cool Google Map displays live scores of cricket matches going on in the world. Why are the scores so confusing? What's 241 & 352/3*. Technorati Tags: [criket] [Google Maps] [CoolGoogleMaps] [Mashup] [Map API]

2006-06-05T12:18:00.000-05:00

D.C. Metro Map - This cool Google Map shows DCs' Metro rail system. Go orangeline! See you in 3 hours. Technorati Tags: [metro] [dc] [Google Maps] [CoolGoogleMaps] [Mashup] [Map API]

2006-05-31T21:30:00.000-05:00

Google Mars Map - Yep you guessed it. This cool Goole Map shows mars and all the little aliens on it. Check out all your favorite Mars mountains and craters! Go Tholus Summit! Technorati Tags: [mars] [space] [Google Maps] [CoolGoogleMaps] [Mashup] [Map API]

2006-05-31T20:54:00.000-05:00

Virtual Tourism Map - This cool Google Map allows you to click on a popular tourist spot and view a video of it. Awesome, another map that lets you travel the world without leaving your chair! Technorati Tags: [tourism] [Google Maps] [CoolGoogleMaps] [Mashup] [Map API]

2006-05-31T20:45:00.000-05:00

Poker Map - This one is for all you Rounders out there. This cool Google Map shows the closest live money games going on around you. Ya think you can hang with KGB at the big table? Bring your Oreos kids. Technorati Tags: [poker] [casino] [Google Maps] [CoolGoogleMaps] [Mashup] [Map API]

2006-05-31T20:32:00.000-05:00

Texas Lotto Map - Here is a unique map. It shows where all the winning jackpot tickets were bought in Texas. Now someone go make one for the entire country so I can increase my chances of winning so I won't have to sit in a cube for the rest of my life. Thanks in advance. Technorati Tags: [lottery] [texas] [Google Maps] [CoolGoogleMaps] [Mashup] [Map API]

2006-05-31T15:10:00.000-05:00

World News Map - This cool Google Map displays the news from any area you click on. FYI..seems theres some kind of war going on in Iraq. Technorati Tags: [world news] [Google Maps] [CoolGoogleMaps] [Mashup] [Map API]

2006-05-14T13:42:00.000-05:00

Top U.S. High Schools Map - This cool Google Map shows the top High Schools in the U.S. according to Newsweek. Well of course your school is gonna be ranked number 1 when its name is "Talented and Gifted". Cheaters. Technorati Tags: [high school] [newsweek] [Google Maps] [CoolGoogleMaps] [Mashup] [Map API]

2006-05-14T13:33:00.000-05:00

Daylight Map - Finally there will be no more guessing as to whether the sun is shining on egypt or not! This cool Google Map shows the day and nighttime areas around the globe. Current forcast = daylight. Technorati Tags: [day light] [Google Maps] [CoolGoogleMaps] [Mashup] [Map API]

2006-04-25T16:53:00.000-05:00

Sorry my account has been locked out foreverrrrrrrrrrrrrr.......I have like a million maps and emails to go through. New Maps soon I promise!

2006-03-11T00:08:00.000-05:00

First Kiss Map - Ohh come on you know you're gonna add yours for the world to read! This cool Google Map lets you add a description of your first kiss. "...there was an awkward pause, and then I pushed him up against his car and kissed him." Simply terrifying. Technorati Tags: [first kiss] [Google Maps] [CoolGoogleMaps] [Mashup] [Map API]

2006-03-10T23:47:00.000-05:00

Fortune 100 Map - If your job sucks then this might be the best map you've ever seen. ever. This cool Google Map shows the locations of the Fortune 100's Best Companies to Work for in 2006 and why they are so great! Technorati Tags: [fortune 100] [Google Maps] [CoolGoogleMaps] [Mashup] [Map API]

2006-03-10T23:38:00.000-05:00

Seinfeld Map - "I'll sniff out a deal. I have a sixth sense." "Cheapness is not a sense." Gotta love a classic Seinfeld quote! This cool Google Map shows tons of facts about the show and places it was fimed. Technorati Tags: [seinfeld] [Google Maps] [CoolGoogleMaps] [Mashup] [Map API]

2006-02-25T20:29:00.000-05:00

More maps coming tomorrow. Sorry I've been busy and haven't updated much, but things should be back to normal this week.

2006-02-17T20:31:00.000-05:00

Olympic Games Map - Is snowboarding on every time you turn on the olympics? I haven't seen anything else, can't a guy watch a little figure skating at night? Ya I said it. This cool Google Map shows where in Torino events are happening and thier results. Go team USA. Technorati Tags: [torino] [olympics] [Google Maps] [CoolGoogleMaps] [Mashup] [Map API]

2006-02-08T21:05:00.000-05:00

Pillows & Pancakes Map - This cool Google Map shows tons of Bed and Breakfast places near you! Take your loved one out for a nice weekend cheapo! Technorati Tags: [bed and breakfast] [vacation] [Google Maps] [CoolGoogleMaps] [Mashup] [Map API]

2006-02-08T20:55:00.000-05:00

Big Gay Guide Map - This cool Google Map shows gay & lesbian dining, nightlife and more! As I said before, use it to find a hot spot to visit or a place to steer clear of! It's cool with me! Technorati Tags: [gay bars] [lesbian bars] [Google Maps] [CoolGoogleMaps] [Mashup] [Map API]

2006-02-08T20:50:00.000-05:00

Speed Dating Map - Ya, the names Giiina. - Gotta love that scene in 40 yr old virgin! This cool Google Map show the locations of speed dating events in your city. Technorati Tags: [speed dating] [singles] [Google Maps] [CoolGoogleMaps] [Mashup] [Map API]

2006-01-26T10:51:00.000-05:00

Kayak Flight Search - This cool Google Map lets you find deals on flights to all cities from your airport. $209 to Vegas....I'm there. Technorati Tags: [kayak] [flight search] [Google Maps] [CoolGoogleMaps] [Mashup] [Map API]

2006-01-24T09:16:00.000-05:00

Google Results Map - First off, Go Steelers! You know you all wanna be from da Burgh. Anyways, this cool Google Maps displays Google search results on a map. Why isn't the steelers.com site hosted in Pittsburgh? Unacceptable! Technorati Tags: [Google Maps] [CoolGoogleMaps] [Mashup] [Map API]

2006-01-18T07:24:00.000-05:00

Public Library Map - Paper books are so 1900's. But if you prefer to get your fancy book learning off the internet then this cool Google Maps is for you. Find public libraries in the U.S. and Canada. Anyone remember the 'Book It' program from Pizza Hut? Free pizza for reading books was great. You also got that button with the star stickers on it to wear at school so all the kids knew how cool you were. Good old days. Technorati Tags: [public library] [books] [Google Maps] [CoolGoogleMaps] [Mashup] [Map API]

2006-01-16T21:27:00.000-05:00

7 Highest Peaks Map - Awesome, now I don't have to climb to the tops of all those mountains. Guess I won't have to go to the gym tomorrow. This cool Google Maps shows the seven highest peaks on the seven continents with info and pictures. Technorati Tags: [mountain peaks] [summit] [Google Maps] [CoolGoogleMaps] [Mashup] [Map API]

2006-01-13T12:58:00.000-05:00

IncidentLog Map - This cool Google Maps allows you to keep tabs on all the criminal activity going on in your area through police, fire, and 911 events. Only one shooting yesterday. That makes me feel mildly safe. Technorati Tags: [incident] [police report] [Google Maps] [CoolGoogleMaps] [Mashup] [Map API]

2006-01-13T11:44:00.000-05:00

Real Time Dublin Trains Map - I don't normally post area specific maps but this cool Google Maps has a great idea and should be put into use for all metro areas. Zoom in and look at those little trains move! Technorati Tags: [dart] [dublin] [Google Maps] [CoolGoogleMaps] [Mashup] [Map API]

2006-01-13T11:37:00.000-05:00

Iran Nuclear Installations Map - Use this cool Google Maps to see what Iran is up to. Unfortunately you can't really zoom in to see the facilities very well. Technorati Tags: [iran nuclear] [wmd] [Google Maps] [CoolGoogleMaps] [Mashup] [Map API]

2006-01-10T18:18:00.000-05:00

Webcam Map - Here's a quick time killer. This cool Google Maps finds random open camera streams from google searches. If you're lucky you will find a good one; I found one of a guy in his cube who isn't even attempting to look productive. He is my hero. Some cameras NSFW. Update: Added some new maps to the 'Other Cool Maps' section on the side bar for Random, California, Arizona, and Texas. Technorati Tags: [webcams] [goocam] [Google Maps] [CoolGoogleMaps] [Mashup] [Map API]

2006-01-10T17:59:00.000-05:00

Beer Map - I have to say it again, looks like America has a little drinking problem. This cool Google Maps shows brewery and brewpubs by region and city. How come happy hour usually ends up being happy 5 hours? Technorati Tags: [beer] [brewery] [Google Maps] [CoolGoogleMaps] [Mashup] [Map API]

2006-01-07T12:51:00.000-05:00

Doctor Locator Map - Please turn your head to the right and cough, now the left and cough. Ah the classic high school physical. This cool Google Maps lets you locate doctors in your area and read reviews on them. Technorati Tags: [healthia] [doctor locator] [Google Maps] [CoolGoogleMaps] [Mashup] [Map API]

2006-01-03T16:06:00.000-05:00

Propsmart Real Estate Map - Who isn't looking for millions of real estate listings all plotted on a cool Google Map? This will be useful for when I step up my game and spend a half million on a small, ground floor, one bedroom condo in an area thats cold half the year. The American dream baby. Technorati Tags: [propsmart] [real estate] [Google Maps] [CoolGoogleMaps] [Mashup] [Map API]

2006-01-03T09:47:00.000-05:00

U.S. Presidential Birthplaces Map - This cool Google Maps shows the birthplaces of all the U.S. Presidents and the First Ladies. Why hasn't there been a President from Pittsburgh? Disappointing. Technorati Tags: [presidents] [first ladies] [Google Maps] [CoolGoogleMaps] [Mashup] [Map API]

2005-12-30T09:13:00.000-05:00

Game Map - Brewster Jennings Protects America Google Map game! Test your knowledge of spy hunting and history against me. I made it to the second clue on easy/quick game, yes it's sad I know, me and history aren't close friends. Technorati Tags: [brewster jennings] [map game] [Google Maps] [CoolGoogleMaps] [Mashup] [Map API]

2005-12-30T08:59:00.000-05:00

Latitude and Longitude Finder Map - Click anywhere on this cool Google Maps and get your exact latitude and longitude. Hey ladies, my address is (38.927908279448054, -77.20945715904236) come on over. Technorati Tags: [Google Maps] [CoolGoogleMaps] [Mashup] [Map API]

2005-12-27T13:41:00.000-05:00

World Heritage Sites Map - This is a good time killer. Everytime you refresh the map it displays 50 random world heritage sites on a cool Google Map. I haven't gotten one to show up for the U.S. yet, apparently we didn't do anything exciting :( Technorati Tags: [unesco] [Google Maps] [CoolGoogleMaps] [Mashup] [Map API]

2005-12-27T08:23:00.000-05:00

S&P 500 Map - This one is for all you suits out there with your fancy stock porfolios. This cool Google Maps shows the weekly returns and some other info of each company. I once invested in some stock, I lost half my money, I dislike the S&P now, we are no longer friends. Hope everyone had a good holiday, I know you all were so eager to get back and catch-up on more cool maps! riggghttttt Technorati Tags: [stocks] [s&p 500] [Google Maps] [CoolGoogleMaps] [Mashup] [Map API]

2005-12-22T15:30:00.000-05:00

Judy's Book Maps - This cool Google Maps has thousands of reviews of any store/service in your area. Who would have thought Fitness First was "a good place to exercise!". Simply amazing. Technorati Tags: [Judy's Book Maps] [user reviews] [Google Maps] [CoolGoogleMaps] [Mashup] [Map API]

2005-12-22T15:09:00.000-05:00

Panoramic Maps - I like these the best so you all should make more of them to entertain me. These cool Google Maps let you view the city in 360 degrees. Here are a few sites with some good ones: London, Genova, Swiss, Australia - Map Toronto - Map New York - Map Technorati Tags: [panoramic] [communitywalk] [Google Maps] [CoolGoogleMaps] [Mashup] [Map API]

2005-12-21T10:42:00.000-05:00

World Volcano Map - Ya, Um, something tells me no human should be living in Indonesia. I can't even see the land because of all the little red Google tags. This cool Google Maps shows the worlds volcanoes. Technorati Tags: [volcano] [Google Maps] [CoolGoogleMaps] [Mashup] [Map API]

2005-12-21T07:53:00.000-05:00

UFO Map - This cool Google Maps shows over a 100 years of UFO sightings with stories. "We heard a loud in and out alarm type sound (DO-do-DO-do) approach" - apparently they confused the sounds of Jaws coming to eat you with a UFO. Happens all the time to me. Technorati Tags: [ufo] [ufo sightings] [Google Maps] [CoolGoogleMaps] [Mashup] [Map API]

2005-12-20T10:00:00.000-05:00

Cell Phone Reception and Tower Map - Can you hear me now? goooood. Ya, I know it's lame and so last year but I had to! This cool Google Maps shows the location of cell phone towers and also gives you peoples' reviews on the service and signal strength. Ditch the landlines you dinosaurs! Update: Added some new maps to the 'Other Cool Maps' section on the side bar for New York and San Francisco. Technorati Tags: [phone reception] [Google Maps] [CoolGoogleMaps] [Mashup] [Map API]

2005-12-20T09:24:00.000-05:00

Virtual New York Tour - Here is another cool Google Maps on New York City. This map uses geotagged pictures that give you a walk through tour on the streets of New York. Seems like many of the pictures were taken in the middle of the street with cars flying by, I know mom taught you better than that! Not safe! Technorati Tags: [new york] [virtual tour] [Google Maps] [CoolGoogleMaps] [Mashup] [Map API]

2005-12-20T00:12:00.000-05:00

Package Tracking Map - This cool Google Maps allows you to track your goodies sent by FedEx, UPS, and USPS. Unfortunately the item I just ordered is being sent by DHL. Super. Technorati Tags: [UPS] [Fedex] [Google Maps] [CoolGoogleMaps] [Mashup] [Map API]

2005-12-19T08:55:00.000-05:00

Spacecraft Tracking Map - Well this is fun for about 2 minutes! This cool Google Maps lets you track the orbit of the Hubble Telescope and International Space Station. Technorati Tags: [space shuttle] [ISS] [Google Maps] [CoolGoogleMaps] [Mashup] [Map API]

2005-12-18T12:38:00.000-05:00

Hurricane Map - This cool Google Maps allows you to track all of this years hurricanes. Your family and friends will be amazed at what a little weather forecastor you've become! They also have a Google Map that tracks less severe storm events. Update: Added some new maps to the 'Other Cool Maps' section on the side bar for Boston. Technorati Tags: [hurricanse] [storms] [Google Maps] [CoolGoogleMaps] [Mashup] [Map API]

2005-12-16T11:40:00.000-05:00

Gay/Lesbian Bars - Just what it says. This cool Google Maps shows the gay/lesbian bars in your area. Use it to find a place to go too, or a place to stear clear of, its cool with me! Update: Added some new maps to the 'Other Cool Maps' section on the side bar for Seattle and Toronto. Technorati Tags: [gay bars] [lesbian bars] [Google Maps] [CoolGoogleMaps] [Mashup] [Map API]

2005-12-16T11:35:00.000-05:00

Amusement Park Map - Yay another map just in time for winter. This cool Google Maps shows all the amusement parks in the US. Kennywood is the coolest! Technorati Tags: [amusement park] [Google Maps] [CoolGoogleMaps] [Mashup] [Map API]

2005-12-15T07:30:00.000-05:00

Schools Map - This one is for you mom and dad. This cool Google Maps shows all the schools in your area with full statistics. I've decided my teachers got paid too much for the education I received. Technorati Tags: [schools] [school demographics] [Google Maps] [CoolGoogleMaps] [Mashup] [Map API]

2005-12-15T07:28:00.000-05:00

Swimming Pools Map - Just in time for winter! This cool Google Maps shows all the swimming pools in your area. I reccomend an indoor one. You can thank me later. Technorati Tags: [pools] [swimming] [Google Maps] [CoolGoogleMaps] [Mashup] [Map API]

2005-12-15T07:25:00.000-05:00

Paintball Fields Map - There's nothing better than running around shooting your good friends in the face with paintballs. This cool Google Maps shows all the paintball fields in your area. Technorati Tags: [paintball] [Google Maps] [CoolGoogleMaps] [Mashup] [Map API]