Calas Galadhon Park - Christmas 2022

 

 By Dancerina

Holiday Enchantment at the Calas Galadhon Park

Calas Galadhon is a 13-sim estate in Second Life, with occasional seasonal sim additions for special builds, that brings the beauty of the natural world to the virtual world. (https://calasgaladhon.com). For many of its 13 years, Calas was self-sufficient; and recently has begun to integrate voluntary donations to assist with its continued community driven enjoyment.

Hear those sleigh bells jingling, ring tingle tingling to…Come on; it's lovely weather for a CARRIAGE ride together with you this season at the Calas Galadhon Park!  Each Holiday Season, Calas Galadhon Park at Calas Galadhon, invites visitors to tour, engage, and enjoy the sim with holiday festive decorations.  This year marks its 13th year, and from the look of things, the sim will continue to attract visitors from all over Second Life to enjoy the Holiday Season in this fanciful and decorative way.

Some of the Holiday excitement at the Calas Galadhon include the Christmas Wish 2022 Entrance; a Dance Pavilion; Christmas Sleighs; The Christmas Balloon; Ice Skating; Vista Couples Walker, Horse Rezzer, Calas Galadhon Park Entrance; The Beanery; Photo opportunity with Santa; The Mistletoe; Train Dining; Cabin, and more this season; AGAIN!  

 

Hundreds of Second Life citizens are flocking to the park to enjoy its indoor and outdoor Holiday enchantment! Visitors can expect to swirl on the ice, grace the dance floor, snap a photo, take a ride, or wine and dine with self or company. Each year seems to more and more festive, and that's what everyone looks forward to--the anticipation and expectation of one their favorite Holiday sims.

As I arrived at Calas, I stood in awe of the meticulous attention to Holiday details etched and set in almost every opportune area of the area.  There was an outside dining well designed with the Holiday spirit.  As I walked toward the hill, I encountered a father and daughter blissfully enjoying a horse trot as they enjoyed the fancy sim. 

Mr. Gino (Gino Paris) and his daughter, Ariel Renee were enjoying the season as they toured Calas.  I introduced myself as an SL Newser reporter who was there to capture the intricacies of the sim and wondered if I could take a picture of him and his daughter.  He smiled and said, "Sure." He assured me they were enjoying their trot. I joked with him that his daughter would soon become a great rider as he is. He said he hoped she did, but had a strong feeling she would grow up to be a dancer. The conversation took a beautiful turn, as I am a dancer, and took pleasure in hearing him say that. We said our goodbyes as he lastly stated, "hope you find a lot of interesting people to chat with." And that, I did.

The sim's holiday festivities feature extravagant displays such as tall lit Christmas trees, trains, diners, outdoor dining outfitted trails, and more. The flaring holiday flamboyance is one of the many holiday enjoyment in Second Life. The attractions in the park can be enjoyed alone, with friends, family, and even strangers.

I walked through the park and enjoyed a few landmarks.

I took a turn and ended up at the Beanery where I met a couple creating unforgettable memories with a unique experience as they sat cozied up with each other at the Holiday festivities! They were experiencing dazzling scenes that celebrate the magic of the holiday season! While I didn't get the gentleman's name, I spoke with his lady, Gweneth Morningstarl. I asked her about her experience, and she shared how much she was enjoying her time with her date on such a beautiful sim. When asked if she comes here often, she stated it was her first time, but repeated how lovely the place is.

Ride through a spectacular trail that matches perfectly the streaming of Holiday music; playing the Christmas favorites. The most popular displays include reindeer, colorful snowflakes, toy soldiers, gingerbread men, candy canes, and, of course, Santa Claus. Stop by a dazzling life-size Christmas tree and an enchanting area of lights.  The park creates a family-friendly environment and fun for all ages. Make sure to drop by the Christmas Pavilion to warm up by the fire, enjoy a cup of hot chocolate, and see how some of the visitors spend their time on the dance floor amid a well decked pavilion for the holidays!

The sim is so amazing this year that if tickets were to be bought, they would be sold out!  Every visitor will enjoy a unique experience as you either walk or ride through the decorative sim! Experience dazzling scenes that celebrate the magic of the holiday season!

This Holiday Season is here, the merriest and happiest time of the year is loaded with great food, family traditions, and a whole lot of delicious drinks to make every moment jollier. While sitting by the fire is certainly cozy, adventure enthusiasts would appreciate visiting the Calas in 2022!  If you are looking for something festive and fun for the entire Second Life family to enjoy this yuletide season, you have come to the perfect place. From illuminated trails loaded with fairytale characters to shining Christmas lights brightening up some of Calas' paths, your visit will be brightened by all the twinkling and jingling at this great Holiday Park!

 

This is a Gemma Cleanslate inspired article.  Thank you, Gemma--for the inspiration, back story, and encouragement to capture the season's spirit at Calas!

As a news reporter, she can be found on multiple sims covering the news, and Santa is not exempt from the interviewees.  Gemma can be seen in this photo enjoying a Holiday season chat on Santa's lap! 

Submitted by:
Dancerina OnPointe Starlight