🌍 Take a View

See the World Through Someone Else’s LensOverview:  Take a View transforms the Virtual Mall of America into a global window. Real users can capture and share immersive 360° camera views of their world—whether it’s a bustling city street, a quiet mountain trail, or a cultural landmark. Other users can step inside these views with their avatars, experiencing the moment as if they were there. It’s vicarious travel, reimagined for the Mall.

✨ Core Functions

• User‑Generated 360° Experiences  Upload, stream, and share panoramic views from anywhere in the world.
• Global Destination Library  Instantly “visit” iconic places: Eiffel Tower, Pyramids, Times Square, Old Faithful, and more.
• Avatar Integration  Step into the scene with your avatar, take selfies, and share clips across My Hub.
• Social Sharing  Send a “view” to friends: “Check out this sunset in Santorini.”
• Ava‑Store Tie‑Ins  Unlock travel outfits, cultural wearables, and collectible souvenirs tied to destinations.

💰 Revenue Streams

• Premium Access: Pay to unlock curated or exclusive destinations.
• Brand Sponsorships: Airlines, hotels, and tourism boards sponsor locations.
• Ava‑Store Sales: Travel‑themed skins, emotes, and digital souvenirs.
• Creator Monetization: Travelers earn credits for popular views; Mall takes a cut.
• Enterprise Licensing: Schools, museums, and tourism boards host official 360° tours.

🚀 Why It Matters

• For Users: A chance to explore the world without leaving the Mall.
• For Creators: A new way to share experiences and earn.
• For Brands: A direct channel into tourism, travel, and cultural industries.
• For Microsoft: A new category—virtual vicarious travel—that no competitor owns.

🌍 Take a View

Coming Soon to the Virtual Mall of AmericaStep into someone else’s world. With Take a View, you can see the Eiffel Tower at sunrise, walk the streets of New York, or stand at the edge of the Grand Canyon—all through the eyes of real people sharing 360° views from around the globe. Save, send, and share these moments, or step inside with your avatar to make them your own. Travel has never been this close, this personal, or this connected.Take a View. See the world. Share the moment.