"I went exploring at the new interactive game experience “Jewel of the Nile” from MadPea and it was quite a nostalgia trip for someone that grew up playing Tomb Raider on a PC." Read more on the blog.

"Breath in the crystal clear fresh air and walk the ledge of the mountain tops - Take in the views and explore a lil further you will find a spot to just take it all in and absorb this truly stunning simulation by Funky Banana." Watch the video on YouTube.

"Today I invite you on an amazing journey through the Gardens of Babylon with Good Fairy. Gardens of Babylon  is a stunning location that combines, like in a museum, the culture of Antiquity and the Middle East, in magnificent interiors on several floors of a huge building filled with stairs, passages, waterfalls and plants, as well as outside - beautiful park corners with gazebos and exquisite furniture." Read more on the blog.

"If you’re into mountains, fog and clouds, then Cloud Edge is the place to go! Created by Funky Banana, this region offers peace and quiet and a stunning view over mountain tops, surrounded by clouds. Simply gorgeous and inspiring!" Read more on the blog.

"In December, Aria & I visited Santa’s Winter Dreamland by Lifestyle Inc." Read more on the blog.

"Funky Banana is a region designer with a keen eye for detail and an imagination capable of presenting settings which can attract and enthral. I’ve covered his work a number of times in these pages, going all the way back to 2016. However, it has been a while since I’ve made any visits, so when Cloud Edge popped up on my radar screen, I decided to set things to rights once more and hop over to take a look." Read more on the blog.

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"It was quite an intense few weeks for assistant director Caitlin Tobias and I in the run-up to the release of WAARHEID. Some down-time in SL was definitely required! We were surprised and delighted, then, when our friend Vlad Moon-Korobase offered us the use of the penthouse apartment suite at his sumptuous hotel, The Ritz, over Christmas. “You’ve both worked so hard for so long,” he told me. “You both deserve something back from SL for all you’ve put in.” Wow. Thank you so much, Vlad!"

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London City Sunshine

The first sign of spring is in the air and the buds and blooms are returning. Enjoy some early sunshine and bracing fresh air, with street musicians, buskers, and entertainers. Daily club events, weekly concerts, and new items in the Freebie Megastore ensure a great start to 2023. More details at mainlandlondon.blogspot.co.uk

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"Some pictures from the legendary Demis Roussos on Ice concert, last night in London City." Read more on the blog.

"Saffia and Elrik explore some of the beautiful winter locations around the grid – and talk to some of the designers too: Dandy Warhlol, the landscape designer for Winterset Hollow and Sainte Rose Sur Mer, Julala Demina of Centauria and Angelus van Engelen of the Dutch Estate." Read more on the blog.

"I love exploring Winter sims in SL! It was so hard to decide what sims to showcase to you guys and I am sure I missed a lot. Follow me as I check out Snowy Peaks, The Forest, Santa Inc and I'll be Home For Christmas and you'll see why I really enjoyed visiting these amazing sims." Watch the video on YouTube.

"Today we are visiting A Who-Christmas" Watch the video on YouTube.

"You’re invited to visit “Winter Wonderland” at the Chestnut Hills region — home of Virtual Community Radio — in Second Life." Read more on the blog.

"Looking for a Second Life vacation spot for the Festive season?  Here are six hotels and resorts that Aria and I have been to and that you may want to consider.   Each has something different to offer, and will suit a variety of budgets." Read more on the blog.

"I’ve taken the time to explore some winter regions and wow…they are amazing! It makes me wish for a white Christmas in real life too. Wishful thinking probably, so I will have to do with the gorgeous snowy places in SecondLife. I have been to three regions sofar, on three evenings and I recommend all three of them for you to visit!" Read more on the blog.

"Inspired by the nostalgia of memories long past, I’ll Be Home For Christmas is a winter sim that captures our fondness for the holiday season. There are photography spots, a tobogganing and snowboarding hill, a holiday farmer’s market to wander around, a Santa to pose with by the reindeer farm, a hidden elf factory and other winter fun activities. Don’t forget to take a tour of the sim on Santa’s sleigh!" Read more on the blog.

Christmas Party in London City

If you wish it could be Christmas every day, then come and party in London City. Through December, there are daily seasonal parties in all the venues and a concert show on Saturdays! Collect free Christmas clothing and accessories. Enjoy a virtual Christmas dinner on the big day itself and dance on through to the biggest bash of all, on New Year's Eve. For a full list of holiday activities in London City, check mainlandlondon.blogspot.com

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"It’s Christmas in the metaverse! New games, experiences, and destinations are popping up across the virtual realm in celebration of the most wonderful time of the year.So grab some hot chocolate, queue up your favorite Christmas songs, and join us as we explore" Read more on the blog.

"Fete owners JeVon and Exeter Nova-Paines are well known in the Second Life restaurant scene, running both their own stand alone venue as well as having branches within other hotels (for example, the Japanese themed Koyo Kyoto). But until now they haven’t run a resort.  That changed after their wedding, which they staged in a SL replica of Venice." Read more on the blog.

"In this episode, we visit the remarkable Castle Dracula, on which creator Wanders Nowhere – best known for his Prehistorica dinosaur experience – has been working for the past 14 years! Opened for the first time this Halloween, the Castle is to remain open all year." Read more on the blog.

"Exploring Second life – particularly the Mainland continents – can be thirsty work. Fortunately there are often spots along the way that people have provided for the enjoyment of refreshments and a little sit-down." Read more on the blog.