Home for the Holidays in There.com: Explore Our Magical Virtual Christmas Homes!
The holiday season is here, and there’s no better way to celebrate than by creating your dream winter wonderland in the virtual world of There.com! This year, we’re bringing the magic of the holidays straight to your screen with a wide selection of cozy and festive homes, perfect for gathering friends and family in a digital space filled with cheer.
A Home for Every Holiday Dream
Whether you’re dreaming of a quaint snowy retreat or a grand holiday manor, our talented Designers have crafted the perfect spaces to suit your style. Here’s a peek at what’s waiting for you:
Cozy Cabins: Perfect for those who love a rustic holiday vibe. These cabins come complete with a warm, inviting charm and snowy exteriors that are sure to set the mood.
Christmas Lodge: A larger, more luxurious option for hosting virtual gatherings. With its festive decor and spacious layout, the lodge is the ideal spot for entertaining guests.
Christmas Manor: Elegance meets holiday spirit in these stately homes, adorned with intricate holiday décor and twinkling lights. Perfect for making a statement this season.
Houses with Built-in Christmas Lights: For those who love to dazzle, these homes come pre-decorated with stunning light displays that will make your virtual neighborhood shine.
Holiday Structures: Why stop at homes? In There.com, you can expand your winter wonderland with a variety of enchanting holiday-themed locations and activities. Imagine: your own Christmas tree farm, a magical gingerbread house, holiday shops and ski shacks.
Build Your Own Winter Wonderland
Feeling creative? With a variety of housing structures and customization options available, you can let your imagination run wild. Add your personal touch with festive decorations, snowy backdrops, and even holiday-themed furniture to create a unique space that’s truly your own.
Shop the Auctions for Unique Holiday Gems
Our Auction system is buzzing with beautiful winter homes created by our talented community of Designers. Whether you’re searching for a ready-made masterpiece or looking for inspiration for your build, the Auctions are the place to find the perfect holiday haven.
Celebrate Together in There.com
The holidays are about bringing people together, and There.com is the perfect place to connect with friends and family. Host virtual holiday parties, exchange gifts, or simply relax and enjoy the beauty of your festive home.
This holiday season, make There.com your destination for joy, creativity, and community. Explore, design, and settle into a cozy holiday home where the magic of Christmas never fades. Head over to our Auctions now and find your dream holiday home today!
Make this holiday season unforgettable in There.com. Welcome home for the holidays!
Holiday Highlight – Mahalo Christmas Village
In the vast landscape of virtual online communities, There.com stands out as a vibrant and immersive platform that brings people together from all corners of the globe. Among the myriad of virtual neighborhoods, Mahalo Village has carved its own unique space, creating a tight-knit community that celebrates the spirit of togetherness and festivity. Established four years ago by the visionary HoodAvie on the enchanting island of Aurora, Mahalo Village has become synonymous with warmth, friendship, and, especially during the holiday season, a touch of Christmas magic.
Since its inception, Mahalo Village has upheld the tradition of decking the halls – or, in this case, the virtual streets – with festive Christmas decorations. Residents of Mahalo Village have come together every year to transform their neighborhood into a winter wonderland, spreading joy and cheer to all who visit. The community’s commitment to creating a magical atmosphere has turned Mahalo Village into a beacon of holiday spirit within the There.com universe.
HoodAvie, the founder of Mahalo Village, is the driving force behind this virtual haven. With a keen eye for community building and a passion for creating memorable experiences, they have successfully cultivated an environment where residents feel like more than just avatars on a screen. Mahalo Village has become an extension of its residents’ lives, a place where they can share experiences, forge friendships, and create lasting memories.
As Mahalo Village enters its fifth year, HoodAvie and the community members have decided to embark on a new and exciting journey. This Christmas, Mahalo Village has packed their virtual bags and migrated to a colder climate on the island of Frosty. The decision to establish a special Mahalo Christmas Village in this snowy setting is driven by a desire to create a fresh and enchanting experience for residents and visitors alike.
Frosty offers a picturesque and snow-covered landscape that sets the stage for a truly magical holiday season. Residents of Mahalo Village have been eager to embrace this change, exploring new possibilities for festive decorations, events, and community engagement. The move to Frosty symbolizes Mahalo Village’s commitment to evolving and adapting to create the best possible experience for its community members.
With over 30 resident homes adorned in dazzling holiday decor, Mahalo Christmas Village has transformed the digital realm into a winter wonderland where players can experience the magic of Christmas like never before. The community stands as a testament to the creativity and festive spirit of the gaming community. As players come together to celebrate the holidays in this virtual wonderland, the sense of joy and unity transcends the boundaries of the digital realm. This unique experience showcases the potential of online communities to create memorable and immersive celebrations, bringing people together in the spirit of joy, even if only virtually.
As you stroll through the snowy streets of Mahalo Christmas Village, you’ll find yourself captivated by the enchanting interior decorations that adorn each resident’s home. Step inside, and you’ll be greeted by the cozy ambiance of crackling fireplaces and twinkling lights and beautiful Christmas trees adorned with gifts. Residents have thoughtfully arranged countertops with glasses of virtual milk and plates of cookies for Santa, adding a touch of realism to the virtual festivities. In Mahalo Christmas Village, residents have taken the time to create cozy corners where players can foster a sense of camaraderie and community during the holiday season.
The beauty of Mahalo Village lies in the collaborative spirit of its residents. Whether it’s planning events, designing decorations, or organizing virtual gatherings, everyone plays a crucial role in making Mahalo Village a special place. The migration to Frosty is no exception, with community members actively participating in the planning and execution of this exciting Christmas adventures abroad.
Santa’s Lodge, with its festive decorations and diverse lineup of activities, has proven to be a virtual hub for the community. Whether partaking in the lively NellieRachel’s Gin Nights, joining the enchanting story time with Mrs. Claus, or indulging in the annual Christmas dinner celebration, residents and visitors of Mahalo Christmas Village have experienced a month-long celebration of joy, connection, and festive cheer in the magical realm of There.com.
As the end of the winter holidays approach, there’s still time to participate in a scavenger hunt and ongoing quests to qualify for Santa’s nice list at the two remaining Count Down to Christmas events. If you are a daily drawing winner for the Mahalo Countdown to Christmas events you will get to choose from actual presents under the tree! See the book for details on how to participate. Here are a few pics of past Countdown to Christmas winners taken by HoodAvie.
As Mahalo Village embraces the holiday season in its new snowy abode, the virtual community continues to embody the spirit of togetherness and celebration. The decision to migrate to the island of Frosty showcases the community’s commitment to innovation and creating memorable experiences for its residents. In the ever-evolving world of There.com, Mahalo Village stands as a testament to the power of virtual communities to bring people together, fostering genuine connections and spreading joy, especially during the magical season of Christmas.
HoodAvie, the visionary and creator of Mahalo Christmas Village has shared the following about this special holiday community.
“This is our home away from home, and we’ve traded in our flipflops for snow boots! Also, the name itself holds an important meaning. “Mahalo” in Hawaiian is an expression of gratitude, thanks, or appreciation. It’s a beautiful word that reflects the spirit of appreciation and encapsulates the essence of our community. We express gratitude for the variety of experiences, for the unique contributions each member brings. Mahalo Christmas Village is welcoming to everyone and inclusive of all holiday celebrations.
Our community is a mosaic of talents and passions. Event hosts orchestrate gatherings, questers embark on journeys, writers craft tales, designers shape dreams, shoppers seek treasures, and builders create our village — each contributing to the vibrant atmosphere. Despite our diverse pursuits, there’s a common thread that binds us — a shared promise of a future here together. Mahalo is more than just a neighborhood; it’s a collective of individuals who sincerely appreciate and support one another, from angels to trolls and all in between.
Mahalo Christmas Village is unique among the holiday communities in that every structure is a brushstroke, collectively painting a scene reminiscent of a classic Christmas Village. Each contribution adds its own touch of holiday creativity, harmonizing with others to form a cohesive tapestry. Winding winter streets adorned with lush green trees, cheerful snowmen, fluffy snowdrifts, and a symphony of Christmas lights. It’s more than a collection of builds, the congruity brings the magic of a holiday movie set to life, where individuality blends seamlessly into a festive and peaceful home for every friend, visitor, and villager.”
Holiday Highlight Links
Visit Mahalo Christmas Village on Frosty.
Join the Mahalo Village residential club on Frosty.
Join the Mahalo Village residential club on Aurora.
Join the Mahalo Village events page to be invited to special Mahalo activities.
Join the Mahalo Village Facebook group.
Holiday Highlight – Grinch Gardens
Our Holiday Highlight series is back this week featuring Grinch Gardens located on Frosty Island in the virtual world There.com. Flying high above the neighborhood on a hoverpack, one can see that the holiday homes lined up along the outskirts of the snow-covered community have bright and festive lights while the gardens in the center of the neighborhood are dark and dreary.
The townspeople have been busy spreading joy by decorating their homes and outdoor spaces for the holidays. Meanwhile, their cranky neighbor hides away from all of the Christmas cheer on top of an extremely tall tower at the center of town. Neighbors have lit up the community with decorative twinkle lights, while their most cantankerous resident prefers to live in darkness.
Every once in a while, the townsfolk can convince their grumpy neighbor to leave his cave and join them for dinner at the Reindeer Lodge or out for an evening of ice skating. He’s been known to take a dip in the hot tub at his neighbor’s house when the mood strikes. Although the Grinch pretends to be a big meanie, the townspeople know under all that green fur and tough guy talk that he’s a real softy.
One of the highlights of the neighborhood is the giant bah humbug snowman that the Grinch built in the gardens. The snowman’s top hat makes for a perfect observation deck overlooking the island of Frosty. The fire is cozy, and the views are fantastic! If you get a chance, stop by Grinch Gardens and fly up to the top of the giant snowman for the greatest view in town. Most likely you’ll run into the Grinch or one of the townspeople since the top hat is their favorite place to connect with neighbors and friends for fireside chats.
The Grinch Gardens community is working on putting together a special event called Don’t Let the Grinch Get You. It is a fun scavenger hunt where participants have to locate a tiny ornament hidden in one of the many homes in the community. Members have to teleport from house to house to search for the ornament without stepping foot in the neighborhood. At the beginning of the event the Grinch will put all of the participants on his Ignore list so if they do step inside the neighborhood they will get booted to no man’s land and have to start over. Check the Activities page for special Grinch Gardens events if you’d like to go on an exciting holiday scavenger hunt with friends.
The community will also be hosting the upcoming Scroogeland games. This fun and exciting holiday game is used with a large avatar-sized boardgame. Participants roll the dice, follow instructions and proceed to walk through the game pieces on the oversized board. The game is tons of fun to play with a big group of people. Grab your friends and sign up for Scroogeland board game events at Grinch Gardens.
Once you take a tour all of the holiday homes in Grinch Gardens, you’ll most likely want to build your own winter wonderland. Unleash your inner decorator and explore the holiday-themed auctions where members can purchase an array of festive goodies. Whether you’re into classic wreaths, elegant candles, or beautifully wrapped gifts, There.com’s Auctions have every type of holiday decoration you might fancy. Elevate your virtual living space with treasures that capture the joy of the season.
Here are a few of the Grinch’s favorite decorations in the neighborhood.
Log in now and explore the wonders of Grinch Gardens in your favorite virtual world There.com. Grab some hot cocoa and friends and take a tour of the festive community. Stroll by the charming gingerbread factory or step into the magical barn and meet Santa’s reindeer. Make sure to visit the awe-inspiring giant snow globe, a breathtaking spectacle of swirling snowflakes and winter magic. At Grinch Gardens you can enjoy a variety of activities, from ice skating to card games. Keep an eye on the Activities Page for special upcoming events.
Holiday Highlight Links
Visit the Grinch Gardens community in There.com.
Sign up for the Grinch Gardens residential club.
Festival of Lights Holiday Home Tour
Do you have a virtual home in There that you plan to decorate for the holidays? Submit your holiday home to the Festival of Lights Holiday Home Tour hosted by RobbyBoy to be entered into a drawing for a holiday gift and to be a stop along the tour.
Entries are due by December 15th. Send RobbyBoy a ThereMail with a link to your PAZ, ThereHouse or Lot that you have decorated for the holidays. The Holiday Home Tour will take place on Monday, December 19th. Stay tuned for the event link.
Here are some holiday home ideas to get you in the decorative mood! Search the Auctions for Holiday Home Decor.
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