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The Vibe Map: Your City at a Glance

The Vibe Map is one of Goava's most powerful features. It lets you see the energy of your city in real-time, showing events, gatherings, and vibes happening all around you.

What is the Vibe Map?

Think of the Vibe Map as a living, breathing view of your city's social scene:

Real-time events displayed on an interactive map

Color-coded pins showing different types of activities

Live updates as new events pop up

Heat zones indicating where the energy is highest

Accessing the Vibe Map

1.

Open Goava and tap the **Explore** tab

2.

Select the **Map View** icon at the top

3.

Allow location permissions for the best experience

4.

Start exploring what's happening around you!

Understanding Map Icons

Pin Colors:

🔴 **Red pins**: High-energy events (parties, concerts)

🟠 **Orange pins**: Social gatherings (meetups, hangouts)

🟢 **Green pins**: Outdoor activities (sports, nature)

🔵 **Blue pins**: Chill vibes (coffee meetups, study groups)

🟣 **Purple pins**: Creative events (art, music, workshops)

Map Features

Zoom & Navigate:

Pinch to zoom in and out

Drag to explore different areas

Tap the location button to center on your position

Filter Events:

Filter by category, time, or vibe level

Show only events from your connections

Toggle between "Now" and "Upcoming" views

Event Preview:

Tap any pin to see a quick preview

See event name, time, and attendee count

Swipe up for full details

Vibe Intensity

The map shows "heat zones" where activity is concentrated:

Bright areas: Lots happening right now

Dim areas: Quieter zones, fewer events

Watch the map pulse with real-time energy!

Pro Tips

Check the Vibe Map on weekends to see where everyone's heading

Use the "Happening Now" filter for spontaneous plans

Star locations you frequently visit for quick access

Zoom out to discover events in neighboring areas

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