A trip to ICON in Detroit this past July had me look a little deeper at its music history – particularly the soul music that arose in the 1960’s. These are just some of the badass women who's songs that still resonate today – as well as some of the places that gave birth to a vibrant music industry.

I created a Spotify playlist of the artists included in my map, listen here: http://ow.ly/eGhV30lyq0b

Where do the locals spend their free time, go for a walk, relax, sunbathe and bathe, do sports, listen to music, drink beer (na klar!) and wine.

As a Canadian expat living in Cairo, Egypt, I wanted to give viewers a taste of what I think makes this wonderfully chaotic metropolis so unique. I have included both the notable historic landmarks and the obscure, culturally distinctive elements which give Cairo so much character.

I've got a list of lovely green places I want to go on my next England visit! Collage and watercolor create a painted 3 dimensional map of all the verdant, sprouting, grassy, leafy Botanical Gardens to go and see.

Map of the natural and cultural treasures of Cuba

There are some interesting informations about Naples.

My hand drawn memory map of a great day spent walking the historical cobblestones of Salem, Ma. It was a fun-filled day, with tons of walking, exploring, and just taking in the sights! The “witch” history was definitely explored, I loved the history, and the Peabody Essex museum was a highlight! a room full of “figureheads” in all their glory in front of huge domed alcoves...beautiful! I just loved the city, and the best lobster roll ever at the Lobster Shanty! I even threw in the Devils Run, because I hope to run it someday. A beautiful, historical, whimsical city core, I would definitely visit again.
The weather was perfect for me, hot & humid, with a salty breeze to cool you off, I hope my map captures the fun & historical atmosphere of this wonderful city!

A beautiful town in the South-west of China, near the Himalayas.

A beautiful UNESCO heritage town in Yunnan province

I've been on a genealogy kick so I made this map to collect some of the places where multiple generations of my ancestors lived. I think it might make a good research road trip!

The design of this map of Ancient Egypt, with illustrations placed in compartments around it, is roughly based on the style of Joan Blaeu. He was a 17th century Dutch cartographer. I tried to make my own modern version!

I remember this coast as a paradise in the fifties, when the coast road was not yet built. Now the property speculation has changed the natural habitat ; more money, less beauties, less quiet and less happiness ! For respect of the past memories, the signes and the names are written in local dialect.

Talk a walk around the streets of Dulwich to explore the stunning architecture

Old-fashioned map of Cher Valley - France

Some of France's most famous Gothic Cathedrals displayed through the beautiful stained glass they're fell known for.