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Forget Hiking! Google Maps Hits the Grand Canyon

Friday 02.01.2013 , Posted by

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Spoiler Alert… for anyone who wants to be surprised by natural wonders like the Grand Canyon, don’t look at this! Google announced today that it has gotten into the hiking game… and they’re making it a lot easier for those who would rather go there by armchair. Today they released an extensive trail based tour the majestic Grand Canyon. Just like Google Street View, you can now cruise down over 75 miles of trails including the famous Bright Angel and Kaibab Trail. It’s a far sight easier than pulling on those old hiking boots. [Read more...]

Psychedelic Real Estate Maps

Friday 12.24.2010 , Posted by

These colorful maps were created by Stamen Design to illustrate San Francisco’s real estate market. Using vibrantly hued circles, the Cheerio Maps depict various home prices in the city, allowing users to quickly see how property values compare around the Bay area. [Read more...]