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Second Pride

This year, Second Pride is celebrating 20 years of service to the LGBTQ+ community in Second Life. Running June 20th through June 29th, this year’s main event features DJs, singers, and live shows covering all styles and genres across three stages for the first time. Explore both regions of Second Pride all year ‘round. You’ll find shops selling clothing, accessories, furniture, animations, and much more, from LGBTQ+ creators and allies. You’ll also find information about LGBTQ+ friendly communities, support services, art installations, photo opportunities, games, rides, and lots of fun! During this event, Second Pride is raising funds for the It Gets Better organization. So, whichever color of the rainbow you are, you are welcome at Second Pride!

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Girl Nation (women only)

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Girl Nation (women only)

Relaxing resort for all the women, not only lesbians, to enjoy each other's company without drama. Dance, romance, cuddle, and meet with other women in a chill-out mood. Bring your friends and have a great time.

Under the Rainbow

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Under the Rainbow

Under the Rainbow is an inclusive educational community supporting those across the LGBTQIA+ spectrum as well as their allies. They embrace and uplift everyone—whether lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, questioning, intersex, asexual, or any identity.

Rockers Club

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Rockers Club

Rockers Club is a 24/7 music destination in Second Life where everyone is welcome—LGBTQ+ and allies alike. They celebrate community, diversity, and the love of great music. Their DJs and live singers bring you the best of the 50s, 60s, and 70s blended with hand-picked modern favorites. Expect weekly live concerts, rooftop shows, karaoke nights, psychedelic Sundays, and themed parties that keep the dance floor alive.

Transcendance Spa & Retreat

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Transcendance Spa & Retreat

Transcendance is an adult open-air club and resort designed to celebrate inclusivity and connection. Created with Trans and 2SLGBTQAI+ communities in mind, their doors are open to all. They offer a serene, stylish space where you can relax, be yourself, and feel truly welcome. Come by and experience it for yourself, where you're always welcome, exactly as you are!

CREAMZ Nightclub

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CREAMZ Nightclub

CREAMZ Nightclub, inspired by Liverpool’s Cream, offers a mix of music styles and a welcoming atmosphere. Open to adults 18+, it celebrates diversity and inclusivity, proudly LGBTQAI+ friendly, with music at the heart of every gathering.

Flow's Top Of The World Hangout

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Flow's Top Of The World Hangout

Welcome to Flow's Hangout atTop of the World! A social and relaxed 18+ space where everyone is welcome! This is a place to chat, play games, unwind, and meet people. Text and voice chat are both highly encouraged—jump in, say hello!

Bachata Magica

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Bachata Magica

Take an instant vacation at Bachata Mágica! Bring your friends to this idyllic location overlooking the twinkling azure waters, enjoy the happy Latin music, and dance the night away! Drag yourself away from worries and enjoy a cocktail at the bar. There are couples dances, group dances, and singles dances available. Perfectly decorated for your romantic entertainment. LGBT+ friendly, and everyone is welcome!

The Circle

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The Circle

The Circle is an inclusive nightlife destination celebrating the LGBTQIA2S+ community with live DJ sets, diverse music from Latin to EDM, and three unique venues. It features shops, events, and dance spaces that foster connection, creativity, and pride through music and community.

The Sapphic Fur Nook

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The Sapphic Fur Nook

Step into a world where love is as soft as fur and as warm as a heartfelt embrace. Sapphic souls gather here, finding comfort in gentle paws, playful tails, and tender moments shared beneath the moonlight. Whether you're seeking friendship, romance, or a cozy place to be yourself, this is a haven where furry hearts beat as one. Welcome to a space where love is wild, free, and beautifully fluffy. This is a lesbian furry anthro hangout.

East Coast Gay Beach

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East Coast Gay Beach

East Coast Gay Beach is a Gay Beach for males 18+. This location is for guys to come, meet other guys, and hang out. Here at East Coast Beach, there is so much to do, from dancing, relaxing on the beach, to exploring a small beach. You can even visit the beach club house to play many table games.

Club Universe

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Club Universe

Club Universe brings together people, space, and nonstop music. DJs play a steady mix of EDM, electro, house, and club remixes. It's an inclusive, LGBTQ-friendly destination open to all who want to dance and connect.

Club Teardrop

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Club Teardrop

Teardrop's is an all-inclusive LGBTQ+ club that offers various genres of music. It's a great place to listen to good music, socialize, and explore the many venues here. Make Teardrop your new favorite hangout destination!

Men of Wildwood

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Men of Wildwood

Welcome to Wildwood, a vibrant and laid-back 21+ gay men’s hangout where you can truly unleash your wild. Tucked into a rugged natural setting, Wildwood is the perfect escape for chilling, hiking, and exploring with like-minded guys. Whether you’re here to soak in the scenery, meet new friends, or just vibe in a judgment-free zone, Wildwood offers space to be yourself, untamed and unfiltered.

LGBTQ+ Integration Center

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LGBTQ+ Integration Center

Welcome to the LGBTQ+ Integration Center: A Safe Haven for All! Are you looking for trusted resources, supportive communities, and a welcoming space within the LGBTQ+ world? The LGBTQ+ Integration Center is here for you! Their mission is simple: To connect, support, and uplift LGBTQ+ individuals by providing access to essential resources from over 15 countries.

Sandy Creek - Music & Games

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Sandy Creek - Music & Games

Sandy Creek is an LGBT+ friendly community for live music and gaming. Enjoy some of the best singers in SL against a romantic and picturesque beachside backdrop. They host movie days, and costume and game contests. They have a variety of games for you to come and enjoy including Greedy, Hand & Foot, Skippo, and lots more. Or you can visit and soak up the atmosphere with your loved ones, friends, and family.

Rainbow Keys Resort

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Rainbow Keys Resort

LGBTQIA Resort sprawls over 2 regions. Enjoy the many spots which include a Funplex, Stage, Movie theater, and Club. Children are allowed on Squirtle but may not visit Lawndale. Wild Wednesdays are for karaoke and they have other events and contests every week. Join their group to get notifications about events.

Tikal Ixchel

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Tikal Ixchel

Tikal Ixchel is a tribal community. Come and be part of the tribe or be an archaeologist and explore the jungle. Enjoy the parties, play games, club/dance, have sex, hang out, or build your own roleplay with friends. This destination is all-inclusive and LGBTQ+ friendly, and for adult avatars only.

Freedom Bay Men's Resort

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Freedom Bay Men's Resort

Freedom Bay Men's Resort is an adults only island paradise for Gay, Straight, Bi, or Trans men that are needing love and family. Nothing to wear? That's fine, none of us do! Please be a male avatar only.

Ricochet Gay Country Music Club

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Ricochet Gay Country Music Club

Ricochet is the first and oldest gay premiere country club for the LGBTQ community. Enjoy nightly events from 5-7 pm SLT and make new friends while reconnecting with others. LGBTQ-friendly people are welcome. Feel free to explore the whole region too for many other things to do and see.

Harlow's Women Only Club

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Harlow's Women Only Club

Established on March 21, 2009, Harlow's is one of the oldest Women Only Clubs with daily events in SL. All women are welcome. Have you ever seen the tv show Cheers? That's Harlow's, a friendly and safe place, with some of the best staff anywhere, and multiple genres of music. They have a full Beach resort, a Speakeasy, Harlow's Famous Taphouse saloon, an art gallery with some of the most talented artists, and so much more!

Les Bean Coffeehouse

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Les Bean Coffeehouse

Welcome to Les Bean Coffeehouse, a cozy lakeside haven celebrating love and diversity. Proudly woman-centered and LGBTQIA+ friendly, they offer a safe space to connect, relax, and enjoy their signature blends and baked goods. Whether with friends, working on a project, or savoring a quiet moment, Les Bean Coffeehouse is your destination for great coffee and genuine community. Come as you are and be part of this vibrant, supportive environment.

Evenstarr Isle

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Evenstarr Isle

Welcome to Evenstarr Isle, where enchantment meets modernity in a tapestry of adventure and relaxation. Nestled amidst azure waters, this vibrant island paradise offers a wealth of experiences to delight the senses and stir the soul. Evenstarr Isle is an LGBTQ+ adult roleplay destination.

Dyfed Forest

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Dyfed Forest

Dyfed Forest offers a serene escape into a misty woodland setting, bathed in the gentle hues of dusk. Visitors are welcomed by the soothing strains of quiet, relaxing music, inviting them to engage in Tai Chi, gather around a warm campfire, or simply enjoy the tranquil atmosphere. This GLBTQ+ friendly destination encourages camaraderie among guests, whether they choose to indulge in conversation or embrace the peaceful silence.

The Grind Gaming Cafe

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The Grind Gaming Cafe

The Grind is a gaming cafe and voice chat hangout where you can chat, relax, play games, and enjoy a cup of coffee in a fun cozy atmosphere. It is an adult hangout that is LGBTQ+ and furry friendly. Bring your friends and make new ones!

Hentai & Futanari Anime Chill House

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Hentai & Futanari Anime Chill House

Hentai & Futanari is a cute little LGBTQ+ anime house with a dance club and hot springs to hang out, play, chill, and more. Linked through teleporters you'll find seven more separated little places to have fun adult roleplaying with your friends including a mini convenience store, a pizzeria, a beach in the sky, a cyberpunk apartment, a zen bath house, an indoor club with a pool, and a "special" basement. This destination is for adults only!

Rose Breedables LGBTQ Hangout

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Rose Breedables LGBTQ Hangout

Rose Breedables LGBTQ hangout where all colors of the rainbow are welcome. Here you will find a hotel, gym, restaurant, skydiving pool bar, fashion shows, cocktail bar, and more! Join their group to use their build platforms.

Lesbian Adult Community

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Lesbian Adult Community

Lesbian Adult Community is a women-only club where only female avatars are welcome.

Fire Island

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Fire Island

Fire Island is an LGBTQ Friendly Community. The island is home to several clubs such as Cuffs, Barcode, and Club Fire. Their store rentals, beach houses, and marina homes are available to everyone. Fire Island provides a safe and welcoming place for all members of the LGBTQ family and their friends and allies. Come join the fun at this unique paradise. There are a variety of events that cater to your needs. Whether you're looking for a place to relax, party, or meet a special someone, Fire Island is the place to be!

Club Multiverse

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Club Multiverse

Club Multiverse is an LGBTQ+ club and safe space with daily live DJs and regular themed events and contests.

LGBTQ History Museum and Cultural Center

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LGBTQ History Museum and Cultural Center

The LGBTQ History Museum and Cultural Center in Macclaine is a creative and educational space for gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender history and culture. Exhibits include LGBT History, Activism, Influential People, LGBT Heroes of 9/11, LGBT Marriage, and HIV/AIDS education.

Anarcho Rodentia

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Anarcho Rodentia

Anarcho Rodentia is a collection of LGBTQ+ Leftists and allies that organize a Mutual Aid HUB as well as a Get the Freight out HUB. It is also a role-play destination.

Lesbian Teahouse

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Lesbian Teahouse

Established in 2008, the Lesbian Teahouse has been a steadfast presence in the Second Life community. It’s like that cozy corner of your favorite café where you can sip chai, share secrets, and feel right at home. A space where women and those who identify as such gather to chat, connect, and celebrate sisterhood. Recently rebuilt and under new management, the new Teahouse features a picturesque landscape, a game room, a large dance floor, and several spots to cuddle up with your sweetie.

Witapaha Gay Jungle and Beach Resort

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Witapaha Gay Jungle and Beach Resort

Witapaha is an LGBTQ+ friendly jungle and beach resort. It is a roleplay area, hangout, and meeting point for the LGBTQ community. Enjoy the hidden spots, romantic paths, lakes, waterfalls, and animals. Get a boat tour around the region, or use the hang glider for exploring the jungle. There are different designed beaches and more for you and your friends. Witapaha is a Native American Dakota tribe.

West Coast City - Community

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West Coast City - Community

West Coast City is a premier entertainment and residential community for everyone. It is LGBTQ+friendly, has a residential living and lifestyle hangouts area. There is also a shopping district, a beach area with jetski, relax area with loungers, an art gallery, and more. Enjoy riding your bike through the city and find the house you will make your new home. Do you own a boat? Check out the spots on the dock!

Village Of Cyssan

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Village Of Cyssan

Village Of Cyssan is a role-play region with a mixture of gay vampires, Lycan, humans, demons, angels, druids, and elves. All humans, furries, nekos, and supernaturals are welcome!

Velvet Touch

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Velvet Touch

Velvet Touch is a group and location where everyone can relax in harmony and find romance, friendship, music, DJs, and LGBTQIA+ community life. With dance, DJs, rock, blues, pop, and live singers, they also have a Dance Hall and Blues Jazz bar.

Transgender Resource Center

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Transgender Resource Center

The TRC is a safe place for Transgender people and their allies to join and talk about the issues they face. Weekly Support Groups are available.

Transgender Hate Crime & Suicide Memorial

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Transgender Hate Crime & Suicide Memorial

This monument is dedicated to all transgender people who have lost their lives to suicide or murder.

The Land of Tru Colors

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The Land of Tru Colors

Established in 2007, The Land of Tru Colors is a positive, gay-friendly community with residential rentals, a nude beach, a club, games, an underwater experience, a zombie zone, and more! This is an adult destination with payment info and age restrictions.

Spurt Beach

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Spurt Beach

Spurt Beach is Second Life's premier dance destination, hosting some of the very best DJs on the grid. Music styles to suit every taste, from EDM Mondays through to handbag swinging house on a Sunday. Spurt Beach continues to evolve into a community that accepts all of the LGBTQ community. With a mixture of prime residential opportunities, retail areas, and the best entertainment on the grid, Spurt really does have something for everyone. Their motto is: Community Diversity Lifestyle.

Romanum

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Romanum

Travel back to ancient Rome to a place and time where you can live the glorious days of the great Roman Empire. Centered around Forum Romanum, this expansive, picturesque region group offers historical and realistic role-play for gay and bisexual men. Age-verified, adult access only.

Risian Flux

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Risian Flux

Risian Flux is a friendly gay neighborhood where people can live, shop, work and play. Offering public, residential, and retail spaces, with many beautiful and unique areas including the signature dance facility The Flux, a beach, a theater, a one-of-a-kind mall and other treasures. Visitors of all walks of life and avatar forms welcome!

Pammy's Ladies Club

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Pammy's Ladies Club

Pammy's Club for Women is a wonderful family that has grown for more than 13 years. New members are always welcome and are the lifeblood of the group. This women-only location maintains a moderate, relaxed atmosphere where ladies can enjoy music and dance at ease without worry. There are always new friends to be made, and the staff is friendly and supportive. Live DJs spin music of various styles every day, and there is also shopping, homes for rent, and romantic scenic areas to explore. Drop by for a visit and stay for the family!

Oost West Gay Residential Community

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Oost West Gay Residential Community

Oost West is a residential estate for gay men, with fully furnished social and community areas to enjoy. It's an adult region, so don't be surprised to find people enjoying them, proudly or loudly! They also provide hidden rentals, hangout areas, regular events and more.

Oost Village

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Oost Village

Oost Village is an adult region with nature hikes, residential parcels, and a small town with role-play areas to live out your rustic country fantasies. Part of the Oost West residential estate for gay men, it is fully furnished with social and community areas to enjoy.

Madame Lala's London Revue

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Madame Lala's London Revue

Madame Lala's LGBT club features a nightly revue with live singers, tribute acts and other amusing shows. Between acts, the club plays songs from West End musicals. Madame Lala oversees the events, while her staff (known as The Barbettes) keep the customers entertained.

Lucidity College

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Lucidity College

Lucidity College is an all-male gay role-play college for those who like to learn, hang out, and have fun! Hosting events and parties for enjoyment, the college caters to be an inviting environment for all. Stop by and check it out for yourself! All are welcome. Adults only.

KRUSH!

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KRUSH!

Krush! is an LGBTQ+ friendly club in Second Life! Some of the best DJs are spinning for you live every night. Themes and fishbowl events happen at least once a month and is it one of the friendliest clubs you will ever be in. Over 700 updated dances are available from their dance machines, and new dances are added almost weekly. Come dance! Learn more at clubkrush.com

Koinonia Church

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Koinonia Church

This progressive Christian church, which is LGBT open and affirming, has been in Second Life for several years. Living a deep belief in the centrality of the instruction to love one another.

Her Bean Cafe

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Her Bean Cafe

Her Bean Cafe is a new LGBTQ+2 friendly cafe. Open to all with PG furniture inside, outside, and around the back. Foods and drinks are edibles.

GYC

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GYC

Established in 2005, GYC is an adult LGBTQ+ furry community that covers two entire regions! GYC comes with its own hangout, mall, themed private rooms, shopping district, and residential area. Come enjoy the activities, amenities, games, live DJs, and events GYC has to offer! Lots to do, and lots of friendly folks to meet as well! So if you're 18+, feel free to join in on the fun at GYC!

Garbo's Sky Club

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Garbo's Sky Club

Welcome to Garbo’s, created in July 2021 by Dj River Scallen. This vibrant space has magnetized countless souls with pulsating rhythms of Circuit, Dance, EDM, Techno, and Trans Music. Garbo’s' electrifying atmosphere boasts skilled DJs weaving the freshest beats from global DJ Charts. While celebrated as a premier LGBTQ+ haven, Garbo’s' DJ live mixes transcend boundaries, embracing all genders and sexes. Join the beat, where everyone is embraced with open arms!

FABGlitter Women's Club

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FABGlitter Women's Club

FABGlitter is a thriving women-only dance club and venue, created as a place where women can hang out, as well as feel safe and comfortable in the company of other women regardless of sexuality.

Eden Women's Club

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Eden Women's Club

EDEN is a dance club exclusively for women. There's also shops, a temple for meditation, a romantic area and a castle for more private moments. With a community of 1,500 Residents and growing, EDEN Residents are supported with freebies, advice and friendship.

Club Crash & Ghost Club

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Club Crash & Ghost Club

Club Crash & Ghost Club is a Lesbian, Straight, Bi, or Boi Female community for friendship, music, and warm welcome. There is a photo studio, game area, and it is home to two clubs. It is by women and for women and bois.

Boystown

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Boystown

Boystown is a gay community that's been on the grid since 2007. Looking for a place to rest or maybe find someone to chat with? You’re in luck, new people are popping in all the time. Check out the Boystown Welcome Center and attend one of their daily events. You can also find land, homes, apartments, and more, and move into Boystown today! Learn more at boystownsl.com

Athenaeum

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Athenaeum

Athenaeum is an artistic, adult environment that focuses on the kink-friendly community. Come with an open mind and relax with your special someone by the pool, on the veranda, in the library, or among the many relaxing areas along the beach or in the woods. Meet others of like minds who enjoy the kinkier aspects of SL in a safe, loving environment free of judgments. Athenaeum is also home to the Carter/Johnson Library, a collective history of various communities who have chosen to live and love differently.

Arius City

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Arius City

A city in typical European style with original buildings, surrounded by mountains and the sea with a lush forest and parks. Come explore and learn about its residents, events, and shops. It is also Furry and LGBTQI + friendly!

AquA Lounge Funplex

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AquA Lounge Funplex

Rocking avatars since February 2007, The AquA Lounge FunPlex is one of SL's oldest and coolest LGBT clubs. The main club now resides in a modern building surrounded by some great shopping venues. There are homes, beaches, and other fun attractions to go with the lineup of DJs, parties, and weekly events.

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Voice Chat Hot Spots

London City

London City has a multilevel freebie store with regularly updated mesh clothing and accessories. Additionally, there is a tutorial area, with Support staff to assist new Residents. You can enjoy daily events with free-to-enter contests and Linden Dollar prizes, live voice chat, a busking area, sandbox, pubs, clubs, concert area, and a large hangout park, where new and older residents mix. For details see mainlandlondon.blogspot.com

Ivory Tower Library of Primitives

Second Life Origins

Ivory Tower Library of Primitives

This self-guided, self-paced, comprehensive building tutorial also includes a weapons testing area and safe sandboxes where you can try out your newly-acquired skills.

Japan - Hiroba

International

Japan - Hiroba

Visit Japan-HIROBA, a helpful place for Japanese-speaking residents of Second Life. Here you'll find assistance from a supportive community, as well as a dressing room, beginner tutorials and free sandbox.

GBTH Gateway Tutorial

Help & How To

GBTH Gateway Tutorial

GBTH is an art incubator here in Second Life. Their Welcome Area is meant to help and assist new Residents interested in seeing and developing art exhibitions on the grid. After checking the tutorial, feel free to explore the several exhibits on the region! More info at: gbth.org

Firestorm Gateway

Help & How To

Firestorm Gateway

New residents are invited to learn the day-to-day basics of Second Life on this lush, wooded tutorial path. Learn movement, communication, outfits, and more. Assistance and mentoring are also available for new and experienced residents alike. All are welcome, but this tutorial zone is optimized for the Firestorm Viewer. (firestormviewer.org).

Dublin

Real Life

Dublin

Dublin Community Gateway offers new users a walk-through tutorial to learn the basics of Second Life while connecting to the vibrant Dublin region. This detailed recreation of Dublin, Ireland, features daily events, live music, and a welcoming atmosphere with Irish hospitality, bars, and entertainment. Learn more at dublinsl.net

Door to America

Help & How To

Door to America

Door to America is a region within Second Life built specifically to onboard new users using the theme “Second Life is a virtual world for human connection!” DtA can promote a healthy, positive, transformative learning curve for users. Second Life is porous and learned skills, talents, and lessons of all types can transcend the virtual world and bring real-world benefits. Learn more at doortoamerica.blogspot.com

Central Park Newcomer Welcome Area

Voice Chat Hot Spots

Central Park Newcomer Welcome Area

Central Park is a newbie-friendly voice-enabled hangout. They have live helpers to help you get started with your new life, from building avatars to basic in-world help. Visit Central Park and have the time of your life!

Builder's Brewery

Second Life Origins

Builder's Brewery

Established in 2008, Builder's Brewery is one of Second Life's oldest destinations for learning. Visit and take a free training class and learn all about building, textures, scripting, mesh, animations, and more. Join their 3x award-winning group, and there is even a Sandbox for builders. Check their website for their schedule of educational events. More info at buildersbrewery.com

Ayuda Virtual

International

Ayuda Virtual

Comunidad Comunidad de Recepción y Ayuda a nuevos usuarios a Second Life. Integrante del Proyecto Community Gateway. Para usuarios de habla hispana de todo el mundo.

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