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Amenities

Residents and guests of the Costa Rica Sims are invited to enjoy the numerous amenities our Estate has to offer, some of which are found now where else in Second Life®.

From unparalleled shopping and natural environments that have been profiled in numerous publications, to the most elaborate parties and events, the amenities of the Estate are a rich and vibrant part of what it means to live in our community, a world within a virtual world.

 

Welcome Center
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This beautiful building is a replica of Costa Rica's first international airport. Here in Second Life® is the main entry point to the Costa Rica Sims. It houses our Land Store, Executive Offices, and Executive Conference room. Come visit this magnificent architectural achievement, find your perfect parcel, and become a part of the most beautiful private estate ever created in Second Life®.

 

Shopping District
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With over 40 of Second Life’s top designers, no other Estate offers a more rewarding shopping experience than the Costa Rica Sims. From main stores to boutiques, you will find everything you need to be at the forefront of fashion.

 

Geko Stoop's Memorial Forest
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A spiritual place dedicated to geko Stoop, one of the first residents of the Costa Rica Sims, who was a key success to this overall project. Here, visitors can feel at ease in beautiful natural surroundings as they meet others whose lives have been touched by cancer and increase awareness of the ongoing work to find a cure.

 

Volcan Tenorio National Park
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Volcan Tenorio National Park is home to our beautiful rainforest, which abounds with flora and fauna species in multiple life zones, innumerable rivers and waterfalls. Come and learn the importance of living in harmony with nature and enjoy the wide variety of amenities offered here.

 

Marino Ballena National Park
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Marino Ballena National Park is named after the Humpback Whales that migrate here each year from December to April. Costa Rica has the longest season of humpback whales in the world.  It is because Costa Rica has whale migrations, from both North and South America. This oceanic event happens nowhere else on the planet. The Humpback Whales migrate from 2 different hemispheres, to the same place, to mate and have their babies.

 

Palo Verde National Park
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Palo Verde National Park has a uniquely dichotomous character.  It’s simultaneously a spectacular wetlands and one of the best examples of tropical dry forests remaining anywhere in the world. The density and variety of bird species that have been inventoried at Palo Verde is the primary reason that the park was created. Visit Palo Verde National Park and take the water safari boat tour to learn about this unique ecosystem and the birds species that come to this sanctuary every year.

 

Manuel Antonio National Park
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Manuel Antonio National Park contains a charming combination of rainforest, beaches and coral reefs. This beaches are some of the most beautiful in the country, lined with lush forest, and the scuba diving is excellent too. Snorklers can enjoy the mini coral reef and all types of marine life plus the only clothing optional beach in the country.

 

Las Baulas National Park
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Created in 1990 to protect Leatherback turtles from profit-making egg poachers, Marino las Baulas National Park is one of the foremost nesting sites for the leatherback turtle. The park protects 1,100 acres (445 hectares) of swampy mangrove coastline as well as 54,000 acres (21,850 hectares) of inland forest. This area is also known for the excellent surfing.

 

Arenal Volcano National Park
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The Arenal Volcano is Costa Rica’s youngest volcano but also one of the worlds most active.  It is also Second Life’s most active, a popular place for both local and international travelers. This region also houses the Estate’s horse farm and garden center.

 

La Tortuga Feliz Café
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Inside Las Baulas National Park over looking the turtle nesting grounds, we have La Tortuga Feliz Café. This romantic seaside dining locale extends out over the water, with unobstructed views of the leatherback turtles roaming the nearby beach and cascading waves in the distance. This romantic destination is the perfect spot to enjoy with that special someone or just to hang out with friends after riding the waves or exploring the wonders of nature Las Baulas has to offer. 
 

Romantic Yacht
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Sitting on the calm waters of our Pacific coast is our beautiful yacht, the premier romantic spot of our Estate. Here you will experience magnificent sunsets, dance the night away or cuddle with your loved one while waiting for the sunrise.

 

Horseback Riding
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The Costa Rica Sims offers a unique experience for horse lovers to ride throughout our Estate across the pristine coastlines, in the magical rainforest, or near the rumbling volcanoes.

 
 
White Water Rafting
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Costa Rica's mountainous topography and copious rainfall are together responsible for one of the best white water river selections in the world. The Corobici river offers class I rapids where you will leisurely float down the river and be able to appreciate the lush vegetation, bird and animal life.

 

Sailing
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With over 2,000.000 square meters of open waters, the Costa Rica Sims offer many opportunities for residents and friends to explore the Estate traveling via water. take your boat and see the rainforest or have a wonderful time with your friends jet skiing on our crystal waters.

 

Surfing
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Because of Costa Rica’s perfect surfing conditions, it has turned out to be one of the hottest places to visit. The Estate has a wide variety of waves for beginners and advanced surfers alike. No other estate in Second Life® offers as many surfing areas as the Costa Rica Sims.

 

Hang Gliding
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High adrenaline seekers can enjoy the beauties of Costa Rica from a bird's point of view. Fly over 4 million sqm of the most beautiful landscapes ever created in Second Life®.

 

Fishing
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Fishing inside our rainforest gives visitors time to enjoy quiet time with friends and also be seduced by the sweet sounds of nature.

 

Bird Watching
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Approximately 850 species of birds have been identified in Costa Rica, more than are found in the United States and Canada combined, making our rainforest a prime location to learn about our feathered friends.

 

Picnicking
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Gather your friends together, lay down your blanket, and enjoy tasty treats from your picnic basket among tropical flora and fauna.

 

Camping
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Build your campfire and roast a few marshmallows while gazing up at the stars as you prepare for a night of snuggling in our cozy tents.

 

Opera House
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Located in the heart of our community, our Opera House serves as the central gathering place for the Estate’s formal events including the annual Miss and Mister Costa Rica Sims Pageants.
 
 
Costa Rica Ladies' Society Botanical Garden
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Located between the Estate Mansion and the Museum of Contemporary Art  is one of the most beautiful spots within our estate. With a replica of the Templo De La Musica (Music Temple) found in rl Costa Rica, this romantic spot is used for outdoor events such as concerts, weddings, and other memorable events.

 

The Criss. Museum of Contemporary Art
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This Architectural Masterpiece is located at heart of the Costa Rica Sim with wonderful views of the  Arenal volcano and lush manicured gardens  surrounded by the sea. This timeless location houses some of the greastest artist in sl.

 

Parties & Events
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The Costa Rica Sims is well known for its fabulous parties and elaborate events. No other estate in Second Life offer as many weekly events and parties as the Costa Rica Sims.

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