Announcement: Christmas Downs Is Open

 

The Duchy of Caledon Downs is pleased to announce the opening of Christmas Downs and the Santa Sleigh Ride. We do apologize for the lateness this year but most all know of the major land movement and parcel ownership that took place which caused a re-routing of the ride. 

 

The Christmas Express which takes you up to Santa's land is located on the high ground at the railroad track, Also the Christmas Express has been replaced with newer models with easier to sit on car. Ice skating on the harbor now can provide free skates. Up on the Goblin Cave hill is a free Sled to ride on. 

 

We do hope you will come and explore Caledon Downs as it is completely open to the public. 

 

Will remain till Jan. 2nd 2025

http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Caledon%20Downs/200/114/44 

Cynthia Farshore

Announcement: Christmas Downs Is Open

 

 

The Duchy of Caledon Downs is pleased to announce the opening of Christmas Downs and the Santa Sleigh Ride. We do apologize for the lateness this year but most all know of the major land movement that took place which cause a re-routing of the ride. The Christmas Express which takes you up to Santa's land is located on the high ground at the railroad track, Also the Christmas Express has been replaced with newer models with easier to sit on car. Ice skating rink now can provide free skates. 

 

We do hope you will come and explore Caledon Downs as it is completely open to the public.

http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Caledon%20Downs/104/89/32

 

 

Tiny Carolers and North Pole Village

 

Gemma's search for Christmas places took a fun turn when she came across some tiny carolers from Raglan Shire, going from place to place to spread "Wootmas" cheer.  After all the Riverdancing was done, she headed to Christmas at North Pole Village & Santa's Workshop. There, she explored the picturesque town where the elves lived when not making toys, which even had it's own newspaper.

Read Gemma's story in Design.

Christmas Shopping: Snuggles Holidays and Stormwind's North Pole

 

In her next article on Christmas shopping in Second Life, Gemma Cleanslate looks at two more locations. One on the cute side is "Snuggles Holidays." There one can find animal scenes, greeting cards, teddy bears, and more. Another visited was North Pole in the Stormwind sim, which looks like an old fashion town's shopping area. So what did Gemma think?

Read Gemma's article in Design.
 

More Christmas Markets

Tis the season to be jolly, and shopping. Gemma Cleanslate has been looking around for some well-designed shopping areas inworld picturesque enough to make just about everyone ditch Marketplace and do all their purchasing within Second Life. In her second article on the subject, she checks out Christmas Lane, North Pole, Never You Mind, and Team Diabetes' Winter Showcase.

Read Gemma's story in Places.

North Pole And The "Christmas Express" at Caledon Downs

Christmas is coming to the Caledon community. At Caledon Downs, residents can visit the North Pole where they can see the toy workshops and sample a few goodies. How to get there? There's a train called the "Christmas Express." But this is a very special train: it actually flies! Cynthia Farshore showed me around the place and the train.

Read the story in Design.

Last-Minute Christmas Locations

Gemma's had a lot of fun exploring Christmas-themed areas. But with December 25th almost here, there was time for only a few more places for one final article to see them before the holiday. Here, she reviews the North Pole Sleigh Ride Adventure, Haven Woods, and Ville De Coeur.

Read Gemma's story in Places.

North Pole Village

With only ten days left until the big day, Gemma Cleanslate's exploration of Christmas-themed places took her to a place that kids will think of when the holiday comes to mind: North Pole Village. Gemma looked around, seeing where the cookies and toys are made, the elves dormitory, and a peek at the jolly old elf himself.

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To The North Pole

Gemma Cleanslate's travels to Christmas-themed locations took her to a place just about every kid who's heard of Santa Claus dreams of going: the North Pole. Gemma looked around, seeing the reindeer stalls, Santa's workshop, Santa's office, Mrs. Claus' kitchen, and more. And of course there were Santa, Mrs. Claus, and the elves.

Read Gemma's story in Places.

Calas Christmas Sim

Earlier, Gemma Cleanslate mentioned that the Calas Galadhon Park area had winterized. But she left a description of the special Christmas area for later. Today, she has her article on the Xmas sim there. Designed by Ty Tenk and Truck Meridith, there is much to see and enjoy, and sure to get one in a holiday mood.

Read Gemma's article in Places.

Santa's Workshop

Becky "Sha" Shamen's explorations across Second Life took her to a Christmas-themed place: "Santa's Workshop." At this depiction of where St. Nick and his elves make their toys to give to children, there's much to see from the coal mine to Elf Comm Central to Elfementary school. And there's also a hunt where one can find up to twelve gifts from Santa to take home.

Read Becky's story in Places.

More Winter Fun

Winter has come to Second Life, and a number of regions are showing it, with both winter activities and Christmas-themed fun. Gemma Cleanslate has been dashing about the Grid, braving the cold to see where one can find them. Her latest story shows a few places where one can have so much fun, you don't mind a little snow and ice.

Read Gemma's story in Places. 

Misty Acres

When I landed at Misty Acres I expected to skate, explore a bit and leave. I ended up staying an hour and a half and plan to go back with friends. At  Misty Acres follow the This way To the North Pole sign where Tindallia Soothsayer has made a winter wonderland. You will find a lovely pond for skating and there will be more free skates there in case you are collecting the various versions. 

Santa is skating on this pond and waving to you as you glide around. If you are a fisher you can ice hole fish as you skate or have some hot chocolate and cookies. Tindallia  has even provided roasted chestnuts for you.There is an elf running an ice blower constantly to keep the pond clear for skating. Watch out when you come to the bridges jump to avoid bumping your head! Be sure to climb the hill to the amusement park and sit on Santa’s lap and tell him your wishes! Pick up a free hat and gift before you leave. 

If you feel like getting lost there is a tricky winter maze to get into. Look for the giant toy soldiers and you are there. This refreshing sim has a lot to offer. It is a full amusement park with many rides: underground and above train ride,  bumper cars, slides, arcade,  wild roller coaster and a theater where you can watch ‘Santa Claus Conquers the Martians’  and lots more.  

The region changes with the seasons so keep an eye on it. You can grab a guidebook near the roller coaster with more information.

http://slurl.com/secondlife/Misty%20Acres/241/50/26

Gemma Cleanslate