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by Conquest Maps
Helping you collect experiences, create memories & achieve your travel dreams.
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Read nowThe best gifts will help capture memories, inspire future adventures, and make life on the road as simple as possible. That's why it's important to get them something that won't just be shoved away in a closet never to see the light of day like some boring gifts! We have you covered with unique gifts that the special traveler in your life won't soon forget!
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Origin of the Mercator Map Projection & Why We Use It
When the Mercator projection was introduced by Flemish cartographer Gerardus Mercator in 1569, it became the standard for nautical navigation because of its ability to represent lines of constant true direction. Later, it became a staple in classrooms to teach world geography. It is still one of the most common projections used in creating maps to this day.Read now -
Why "Conquest Maps"
Read nowWhere did we get our name, Conquest Maps?
When I started Conquest Maps in 2013, it was because my wife and I wanted to travel more. Naturally, we wanted to track where we had been and wanted to go. So when I made the very first push pin map prototype, I chose to title our legend with "Our Conquest", as that was the map my wife and I were going to use to track our own travels.
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Why a Push Pin Map is 100% Worth the Investment
Read nowSo you want to track your travels on a premium push pin map, but you’re concerned that it might be too expensive? We get it – your money is important to you, and it’s tricky enough to save up for a trip, let alone a nice map to pin your destinations on!
We understand this may be an investment for you, but it's a worthwhile one - guaranteed! Read on to learn why...
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Conquest Maps Vs. Holy Cow Canvas - Which Push Pin Map Should You Buy?
Read nowWhen the founder of Conquest Maps made his first map by hand in 2012, he was looking for the perfect push pin map to document his travels around the world with his wife. He discovered the only options from other travel decor retailers...
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Graduation Gift Ideas for the World Traveler
A guide to travel gift ideas for the special globetrotting graduates in your life!Read now -
Behind the Scenes: The Making of a Handmade Pin Board Map
All of our push pin maps are handmade in our Columbus, Ohio location. Check out behind the scenes of our unique map making process.Read now -
9 Creative Ideas to Document Your Travels
Showcase your travel adventures with creative ideas from travel blogs to pin board maps to travel-themed jewelry. We want to help you create long lasting memories!Read now -
Pin Board Maps: A Unique Gift Idea for Travelers & Beyond
Pin board maps are the perfect gift idea for travelers to document their adventures past and dream up all the destinations they want to visit in the future!Read now
Find Inspiration For Making The Most Of Your Travels!
Travel can be an amazing and rewarding experience. In fact, studies show not traveling is often one of people’s greatest regrets. But knowing how to plan and make the most of a trip can be overwhelming. That’s why we created our travel inspiration blog to give you everything you need to make your dream adventures a reality!
It's about more than just the journey. The anticipation of upcoming adventures and the memory of a cherished trip can – and should – be a big part of your travel experience. But frequently, we’re unsure of how to go about turning our travel ideas into reality.
That’s why we’ve created our Travel Inspiration Blog to help you out. Our posts will give you planning ideas from how to plan a trip with your pet to making and sticking to a budget. While you're on your journey, we’ll help you find ways to document your experiences with a travel journal.
And when you get home, come back to our blog to learn how to memorialize your wanderings or decorate your home with travel decor to remind you of your adventures! Once you’re inspired, check out our push pin maps and gift ideas to turn your inspirations into reality. Make the world your oyster!
Travel Ideas At Your Fingertips
Having trouble figuring out where to go on your next adventure? Our blog is full of inspirational posts to give you out-of-the-box ideas on where, when, and how to hit the road, the skies, or the seas.
With information on affordable destinations to exotic locations, we’ve got your covered. Even if you can’t travel now, we’ll help you make the most of a staycation to satisfy your travel bug while getting fantastic ideas for your next big adventure.
Our blog is updated regularly, so check back frequently to see new ideas and inspiration! Have an idea for a post? Shoot us an email and let us know!