the present invention is directed to a method and apparatus for sending and retrieving location relevant information to a user by selecting and designating a point of interest that is displayed on a graphical user interface and sending the location information associated with that point of interest to a receiver that is also selected using the graphical user interface . the location relevant information may also include mapped routes , waypoints , geo - fenced areas , moving vehicles etc . updated location relevant information may also be continuously sent to the user while generating updated mapping information on the graphical user interface . the present invention may be practiced by using communication devices such as a personal computer , a personal digital assistance , in - vehicle navigation systems , or a mobile telephone .