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HMS Belfast One of the most powerful large light cruisers ever built, HMS Belfast is now the only surviving vessel of her type to have seen active service during the Second World War. HMS Belfast played a leading part in the destruction of the battle cruiser Scharnhorst, and also the Normandy Landings. In service with the Royal Navy until 1965, she was saved for the nation in 1971 as a unique reminder of Britain’s naval heritage. Launch! Shipbuilding Through the Ages This new family-orientated exhibition will use hands-on and computerised interactive displays and engaging film and footage to demonstrate techniques of shipbuilding, from the ‘age of sail’ to modern prefabrication methods. The exhibition will focus on the science, engineering and social history of shipbuilding in Great Britain, and the interactive elements of the exhibition will allow children of all ages to get involved and experience this history. Explore ‘What shall we give in return for so much?’ One of the most powerful large light cruisers ever built, HMS Belfast is now the only surviving vessel of her type to have seen active service during the Second World War. Serving Britain for 32 years, she played an important role in both the Second World War and the Korean War as well as performing peacekeeping duties throughout the 1950s and 1960s. Saved from destruction in 1971, HMS Belfast is now part of the Imperial War Museum and is the first ship to be preserved for the nation since Nelson’s Victory. Through its team of staff and volunteers – many of whom are veteran crew – the Imperial War Museum is dedicated to making sure that HMS Belfast still has a role to play in reminding visitors of her unique place in Britain’s maritime heritage. History of HMS Belfast The term 'cruiser' goes back to the days of sailing ships when large frigates could be detached from the main fleet to cruise independently. The sailing cruiser, like her twentieth-century counterpart, was sufficiently powerful and fast to attack and destroy enemy commerce raiders. During the nineteenth century when sail gave way to steam and wooden ships were replaced by those built of iron, and later of steel, the cruiser evolved into a powerful warship which was used to patrol the Empire trade routes and protect friendly merchant shipping. After the First World War (1914-1918) a single category of cruiser emerged whose size was indicated by the size of its guns; thus, HMS Belfast is a 6-inch cruiser, designed for the protection of trade, for offensive action, and as a powerful support for amphibious operations. Please note: children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. Please allow 1½ - 2 hours for your visit. Tower Bridge Exhibition Walkways & Exhibition: Visitors enter Tower Bridge Exhibition via the North Tower. They are then transported by lift to the top of the Tower (47 metres above the Thames) where they have a unique opportunity to see the Bridge’s steel skeleton from within. A short film explains the history and provenance of the Bridge and then there is the chance to admire the spectacular views – from both covered Walkways. On Monday 1st December, Tower Bridge’s East Walkway will reopen with its own GLASS FLOOR, joining the West Walkway to complete our new-look exhibition. Together with far-reaching views of East London, the walkway will be bolstered with a further 20 revered bridges in the extended popular display, ‘Great Bridges of the World’. On the east Walkway there are fantastic views of the Docklands and from the west Walkway you can see the new GLA building, the Tower of London, St Paul’s, the city, the Pool of London and Big Ben and the London Eye in the distance. Interactive computerised kiosks and graphic panels explain the significance of the views to visitors, as well as providing more information on the history and building of the Bridge. The interactive material and graphic panels are written in seven languages and an audio loop for the hard of hearing is also in place for the video show. There is another film to view in the South Tower before descending for the short walk to the historical Engine Rooms, included in your ticket price. Victorian Engine Rooms: These provide a fascinating insight into late 19th century engineering. Installed for the completion of Tower Bridge in 1894, these huge, and beautifully maintained, coal-driven engines were used to power the thousands of bascule Bridge lifts performed until 1976. Although lifts are now operated by electricity, the original steam engines are still in place. The Engine Rooms give visitors a chance to experiment with models demonstrating the technology behind the Bridge. There are also some amazing photographs of Tower BridgeTthroughout its lifetime – including a revealing picture of the heavy steel structure of the Bridge as the stone cladding was installed over it.
THE GRAND CANYON... IN GRAND STYLE! Experience the awe-inspiring beauty of the Grand Canyon in luxurious comfort on this Grand Canyon Tour from Sedona. Climb aboard their rugged, all-terrain Tour Trekker, custom built to be the ultimate tour vehicle. Equipped with extra-large windows for unparalleled viewing, plush leather captain chairs, and a flat-screen DVD player for the ultimate in grand touring style. Your professional and knowledgeable guide narrates your journey from start to finish ensuring an incredible Grand Canyon experience. Your unforgettable tour begins with a beautiful drive up Oak Creek Canyon, one of the top 10 scenic drives in America. Then we travel through the Ponderosa Pine Forest of Flagstaff, past the San Francisco Peaks, and on to the South Rim of the Grand Canyon. There are several restaurants available for lunch and you will have ample time to experience any of the restaurants available at Grand Canyon Village or take a leisurely stroll along the rim and grab a quick snack. After lunch, we'll travel along the south rim for spectacular views and great photo opportunities. We then exit the Canyon on the east end for a majestic view of the Colorado River. The Grand Canyon Experience includes your personally guided and narrated tour, National Park entrance fees, and complimentary hotel pick-up and return.
Departing Edinburgh, you travel north-west for your first stop of the day at magnificent Stirling Castle*, one of Scotland’s most historically significant castles, sitting high on volcanic rock and offering wonderful views of the surrounding landscape. You will have time to visit the castle and learn of the exploits of key historic figures including William Wallace, Robert the Bruce and Mary Queen of Scots. With lots of interesting things to see and do here, the Stirling Castle experience is a must for any visitor to Scotland. You then continue on, past medieval Doune Castle, to the pretty town of Callander, situated on the banks of the River Teith in Stirlingshire, where you will have a chance to stop to enjoy some lunch. From here we enter The Trossachs National Park, also known as “The Highlands in miniature” for its abundance of lochs, mountains and forests, and famous as the homeland of legendary outlaw, Rob Roy MacGregor. You will then reach the bonnie banks of Loch Lomond, one of the prettiest and largest lochs in the whole of Scotland. Here you can enjoy an hour long cruise* taking in spectacular views of the loch’s many islands and the surrounding mountains. Alternatively, take a stroll through the picturesque loch-side conservation village of Luss, with its quaint houses, cafes and stunning views across the loch’s western shoreline. You will then travel back to Edinburgh. *OPTIONAL EXTRA. Daily | ALL YEAR Departs: 09:15 Returns: 18:30
Take to the skies to see Brighton and the beautiful South Coast as you have never seen them before. In a fully enclosed futuristic glass pod, enjoy views across Brighton, the South Downs, Sussex coastline and, on the clearest days, all the way to Beachy Head. Enjoy a drink at the Nyetimber Sky Bar, one of the most unique bars in the UK, serving a range of local drinks including Nyetimber, an award-winning sparkling wine. Visit the beach building for the free ‘British Airways i360: How it Was Built’ exhibition, enjoy a meal at West Beach Bar & Kitchen or browse the BAi360 shop for a range of gifts and souvenirs, many created by local Brighton artists. During the summer months customers enter the pod from the open air boarding deck, overlooking the beach and the West Pier. Please note that the weather on the seafront can be changeable and, as the boarding deck is outdoors, customers should be prepared with wind or rain proof clothing. Pod flights depart every 30 minutes and each flight lasts approximately 25 minutes (including boarding and disembarking). Afternoon Tea Enjoy sea-views whilst indulging in a delicious spread of sweet and savoury treats at the West Beach Bar & Kitchen. (situated in the BAi360 beach building) Each Afternoon Tea serves four finger sandwiches, two scones (one fruit and one plain) and an assortment of freshly made mini patisseries. You also receive a bottomless hot drink and can choose from a selection of Camellia’s teas, coffee or hot chocolate. Sandwich fillings are inspired by the seasons, and options include ham hock and wholegrain mustard, cheddar cheese and homemade chutney, free range egg mayo and even locally sourced smoked salmon and cream cheese. Available Monday – Sunday, with pod flights between 14:30 – 17:00. Limited availability, pre-booking is recommended.
Starline Tours lleva más de 80 años ofreciendo tours de famosos de Los Ángeles. Hemos visto cómo se desarrollaba la historia de Hollywood a medida que ocurría, y nuestros guías tienen un conocimiento profundo y perspectivas fascinantes que enriquecerán su experiencia. Starline Tours fue pionero en el famoso Tour por las Casas de las Estrellas de cine en 1935, y hoy es la principal empresa de visitas turísticas en Los Ángeles, que ofrece traslados diarios desde más de 250 hoteles en el área de Los Ángeles a las terminales en el Teatro Chino / Paseo de la Fama de Hollywood. Si elige no ser recogido en su hotel, este tour parte de la Terminal de Hollywood ubicada fuera del Teatro Chino TCL en el Hollywood & Highland Center en 6925 Hollywood Boulevard. Hay aparcamineto disponible en el Hollywood & Highland Center. Es un estacionamiento subterráneo con entradas en 1755 N. Highland Ave. (al lado del Hotel Loews Hollywood) y en 1754 N. Orange Dr. Por favor, asegúrese de llevar su ticket de aparcamiento al tour, para que puedan validarlo y obtener un descuento de estacionamiento.
CITY TOUR Explore the traditional city of Dubai around the Dubai Creek, and visit a wide variety of museums, souks, a fort, an old palace and historical districts. Tour Highlights Al Fahidi Al Bastakiya Heritage Village Old Souk Dhow Wharfage Museums Dubai Creek Gold Souk Old Watch Tower Spice Souk Hindu Temple Persian Mosque BEACH TOUR Head along the coast to Jumeirah Beach and along the iconic Burj Al Arab, discover Downtown Dubai, Atlantis the Palm and marvel at the world’s tallest building. Tour Highlights: Burj Khalifa Dubai Fountains Burj Al Arab Jumeirah Mosque Atlantis the Palm Sheikh Zayed Road Downtown Dubai Hub Zero The Dubai Mall Green Planet Union House Palm Jumeirah MARINA TOUR Experience the thrilling views of Dubai Marina and its stunning waterfront. Visit The Beach along JBR and explore modern Dubai Tour Highlights Dubai Marina Marina Walk The Beach Ain Dubai The Walk JBR Cayan Tower Sky Dive Tallest Block Mall of the Emirates Ski Dubai Souk Madinat Promenade WALKING TOURS Al Fahidi Historical District Trek Visit Dubai’s old quarter, explore the Batakiya, see the old city wall ruins, get entry to museums and access Al Fahidi Fort, the old Dubai building dating back to 1787. Heritage Village Walking Tour Explore the Heritage Village, an early settlement with preserved buildings, museums & palaces dating back to the 1830s. Villagers survived by pearl diving & fishing. Arabian Treasures Walking Tour Discover hidden treasures and mysteries in this walk of Arabia. Visit a spice souk, a Hindu temple and museums, cross Dubai Creek by Abra and behold the Gold Souk. Downtown Discovery Walk Explore the vibrant district of Downtown Dubai! See Dubai Mall, a hidden souk, a real dinosaur, sharks in an aquarium, the iconic Burj Khalifa and Dubai Fountain REDEMPTION INSTRUCTION: Redeem vouchers at Big Bus Dubai Sales points: The Dubai Mall, Mall Of The Emirates, Deira City Center, Wafi, Burjuman, Dubai Festival City, Atlantis The Palm, Marina Mall, The Beach, Souk Madinat Jumeirah. Hours of operation are 8:50am –8:20pm