"There's more to Google Maps than a place you double-check your directions. Google's data-stuffed site offers a lot of helpful tools for vacationers, spreadsheet nerds, bikers, and others. Today we're digging into Google's data-rich geo-tool and pulling out some helpful lesser-known features."
"Have locations in a spreadsheet? Well try this free and unique tool to...
* Map them using Google Maps
* Post it on your Web site
* Create a store locator
* Get coordinates, print maps, and more!"
Voice Map is a Google Map, but with voice added! Create a map, add pushpins to important places, then record yourself talking about each pushpin. Then save your map for others to see (and hear!). Built with Google Maps and the MyVox API.
"Animaps extends the My Maps feature of Google Maps by letting you create maps with markers that move, images and text that pop up on cue, and lines and shapes that change over time.
When you send your Animap to friends it appears like a video - they can play, pause, slow and speed up the action!"