Instead of focusing why Joel should have used Google Maps, I think the real focus should be that Flash-type interactivity is not limited to Flash. I think the

Instead of focusing why Joel should have used Google Maps, I think the real focus should be that Flash-type interactivity is not limited to Flash. I think the map created by Joel is a great work of ingenuity and thinking outside the box. Also in regards to Google maps, you can't customize the look of the map, not to mention you're at the mercy of Google to display the map properly and exactly as you wish. Doing it the way Joel did you have complete control over the whole project, not limited to a borrowed graphic.