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A Castle Planner's Guide to Sand Castles

You have joined me on the shores of Meridell for a quick lesson in castle architecture, taught by yours truly, the Castle Planner for Meridell Castle, Gaius Gallius!

by ferretboy85
A Tourist's Guide to Coastal Faerieland

When Faerieland fell, it managed to find a snug spot on the coastline of Neopia. The coast was barren and rocky beforehand and largely uninhabited.

by black_skull725
Haunted Locations of Mystery Island

Mystery Island is a fun tourist destination for many a Neopian. Located about 600 miles east of Neopian Central near Krawk Island and Maraqua, its near constant sunshine, white sandy beaches, and beautiful coral reefs makes it a very exciting destination for just about any milestone event. Collab with surging

by venturecaptalist
Find a New Beachy Friend this Summer!

Welcome! Is your Neopet lonely? Well, every Neopet could benefit from a Petpet as a friend!

by _brainchild_
Best Beach Day Essentials for Year 28!

Planning your next big Beach Day? Whether you’re going to Kiko Lake, Mystery Island, or any of the other tropical Neo Islands - you DEFINITELY need to plan ahead with your Beach Day essentials!

by melowierdums
A Vendor’s Guide to Beachside Sales, Sand, & Survival

The following guide was recorded by an Island Vandagyre, Cora Lowena, a Licensed Beach Vendor on Mystery Island. For aspiring vendors for the upcoming summer season.

by _myst_queen
Mystery Island: A tourist’s guide

Hello fellow Neopians, it’s that time of year again, we’re heading closer to summer and I can already smell those Iced Coconut Coffees!

by emiliexromance
Ten Essentials to Bring to the Beach for Beach Day!

As the weather warms up, it’s great this time of year to take a trip to the beach in Mystery Island. Collab with corrina404 coconut_rat

by theguy2020
 
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A Vendor’s Guide to Beachside Sales, Sand, & Survival



The following guide was recorded by an Island Vandagyre, Cora Lowena, a Licensed Beach Vendor on Mystery Island. For aspiring vendors for the upcoming summer season. During the summer months on Mystery Island, tourist activity increases significantly. From the long lines at Tombola to the questionable concoctions created at the Cooking Pot, there are many attractions that Neopians indulge in. I am here to remind you that even though they are here to “relax,” commerce does not stop. Following this guide will ensure you are well prepared for the influx of tourists looking to spend their Neopoints on interesting and one-of-a-kind wares—items only you can provide. On Setting Up a Proper Stall A successful day of sales—and an unsuccessful one—often boils down to location. Placement on the beach matters. With daily setup, you will quickly learn which areas of the beach work best for both you and your customers. However, there are some general notes I would adhere to: - While setting up close to the water sounds like a great idea to catch Neopians having fun, a rogue wave (or an overconfident Jetsam) will surely strike during the day, which will result in loss of inventory and possibly the Neopoints you made. - Setting up further inland might protect you from pesky sand particles and Neopians dripping water onto your product, but it doesn’t protect you from...



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The Obsidian Beach
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