SLWTF – A Second Life travelogue by Garth Goode

For those of you who are fans of the Disney theme parks, it’s time to take a trip to Mouse World. It’s about as close to the experience you’ll get without hopping on a plane Orlando or Anaheim (or Paris or Tokyo).

Mouse World is still under construction and doesn’t officially open for a few weeks. Even then, it won’t be complete. In the meantime, however, there plenty of things to see and do. You can start with a very good likeness of Main Street USA, featuring shops, a dance club, and a (not working yet) , movie theater.

Tomorrowland is definitely not quite complete, but there are a few working rides. The owner’s intention is to set up an asjoining island for the full Tomorrowland experience.

Flying isn’t permitted, so you have to get around by foot or by taking a trip on the Skyway. The Skyway is a nice trip once, but walking is faster. A set of strategically placed teleporters offering quick access to the main attractions might be useful (hint, hint, hint).

The crown jewel of the island is the Haunted Mansion, which does a very nice job of recreating the actual ride. If you only have time to see one thing, head up to the north end of the island and give it a whirl.

It’s lots of fun just in time for Halloween, and just as cheesy as the real thing. You won’t be scared, but you will be amused. I took a lot of pictures inside the mansion but I don’t want to spoil your fun. Make sure you have your sound turned up, too… it’s very important.

Mouse Wold is not the most realistic or beautiful place I’ve been (though there’s nothing that someone who is really good with textures couldn’t fix) but that doesn’t detract from it’s charm. It’s obviously made by people who love this stuff and are putting a lot of time and effort into bringing the Disney experience to you.

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