Yes, they are generic businesses although occasionally they do get accepted - I've seen a couple of McDonalds for example. These locations may have small play areas or community noticeboards attached… (View Post)

I normally have no problem getting wayspots like that accepted. I note looking at the map that there's another wayspot about 30 metres to the north, that might be too close for the wayspot to be acce… (View Post)

A reservoir is rarely a natural feature, but I think it's always likely to be treated as one. A shame, because that's a really cool photo. Looks like it is good for fishing, a pier or other fishing s… (View Post)

I agree with the other comments - mentioning a specific Niantic game in the description is going to get you rejected as the wayspots appear in other Niantic games. Looking at some images on Google, t… (View Post)

Really I think it's just random. I've seen new wayspots turned into Gyms, even when there are other stops about. (View Post)