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The Queen's Gallery was built in the shell of the former Holyrood Free Church and Duchess of Gordon’s School at the entrance to the Palace of Holyroodhouse. The buildings were constructed in the 1840s with funds from the Duchess of Gordon, but fell into disuse in the late 19th century. Benjamin Tindall Architects were appointed project architects for the new Queen’s Gallery in October 1999. Their central visual theme was a celebration of The Queen’s Golden Jubilee, expressed through a series of arches and screens that lead visitors from the Gallery entrance to the exhibition spaces beyond. Their design complements the original 19th-century architecture, elements of which were incorporated into the new spaces. Unsympathetic later internal alterations were removed, and a new exposed steel and concrete floor inserted to reflect the original ‘gallery’ of the Church.   A new stone arched entrance was created at the centre of the Horse Wynd frontage, opposite the new Scottish Parliament building. The use of a stone archway, with a courtyard beyond, is a traditional entrance device in Scottish architecture. The main walling is of Catcastle stone, the dressed work and lettering is of Stainton stone and the base is of Kenmay granite. ‘THE QUEEN’S GALLERY’ lettering above the entrance is the work of John Neilson, a calligrapher and carver. The letters were cut from single pieces of stone. Above sits Scotland’s heraldic lion, designed by Jill Watson. The lion sedant is based on a small red lion that sits at the feet of Mary, Queen of Scots on her tomb in Westminster Abbey. (The Palace of Holyroodhouse was once home to Mary, Queen of Scots.)   The monumental entrance doors of oak have gilded bronze hinges by Jill Watson. Continuing the heraldic theme, the main hinges are decorated with the Scottish lion and unicorn. The beasts are set against the adjacent urban scene of Edinburgh’s Royal Mile and the rural scene of Arthur’s Seat and Salisbury Crags. The upper hinges are made as golden boughs of flowering native trees – chestnut and laburnum, oak, rowan and hawthorn. The stone archway is decorated with a carved and gilded garland of Scottish flowers, including daisies and thistles, created by Graciela Ainsworth, an Edinburgh-based sculptor, carver and conservator. Over the old entrance to the former church is a stained-glass window by Christian Shaw.  The design shows a perspective drawing of the interior of a gallery. At night, the shape of the archway is reflected by the glass lights by Keiko Mukaide set into the paving. The artist has given the tiles a water flow pattern, mirroring the stream of visitors walking in and out of the Gallery. Inside, the reception desk by Hamid van Koten is made from curved pieces of Scottish elm with kilned glass and patinated copper. The pendant lights were designed and made in Edinburgh by Ingrid Phillips. Dividing the reception from the main Gallery area is a patterned glass screen by Jacqueline Poncelet. The screen’s bronze handles by Jill Watson incorporate figures looking at art in a gallery.   The dramatic central stair of native timber leads to the Gallery spaces above. The complex shape was designed by the architects with Charles Taylor Woodwork, who were responsible for the construction. Lights set into the first floor illuminate the curved balustrading. The Queen’s Gallery was opened by Her Majesty The Queen on 29 November 2002, as part of the Golden Jubilee celebrations. It hosts a programme of changing exhibitions from the Royal Collection.

Discover the city as you pedal along on one of our comfortable bikes with our friendly guide who will tell you about the historic details, the fascinating experiences of everyday life in the city and its iconic landmarks and sights on this easy-going route. Go on a relaxing cycle tour of Barcelona and visit unique cultural sights such as the Museu d’Art Contemporani, in the Raval neighbourhood, which has its own Rambla with its own unique inhabitant, Botero’s ‘Cat’. The guide will tell you some curious anecdotes about the neighbourhood and will then take you to the plaça Reial, the plaça Sant Jaume, the charming plaça de San Felipe Neri, the majestic Cathedral, the Roman walls and the plaça del Rei, among many other landmark sights. Next, you’ll head down to the seafront and beaches where you’ll be able to stop, time permitting. You’ll visit the old harbour, the Port Vell, the Barceloneta district, the Olympic Marina and, on the way back, you’ll cycle through the Parc de la Ciutadella and stop at the Sagrada Família. And during the hot summer nights you’ll also be able to go on one of our night-time tours! Exploring the city by bike is a wonderful way to experience Barcelona day or night.               

LEGOLAND® California Resort has more than 60 rides and attractions including LEGO® NINJAGO® The Ride and is home to the LEGOLAND Water Park, SEA LIFE® Aquarium.  This ticket is valid for same‐day admission to LEGOLAND California & SEA LIFE Aquarium + a 2nd day free. *2nd visit must occur within 9 days of 1st visit, or by 12/31/2018, whichever comes first. Your ticket can be printed or displayed on your mobile device. View the 2018 LEGOLAND® California operating calendar for specific days and hours of operation. Park Areas LEGOLAND® California​ The Beginning The Beginning is where the fun starts. Get your tickets and passes and of course, Park maps. Have a question? Our Model Citizens (LEGOLAND employees) or as we like to call them, MCs, are ready to help. They’re also ready to trade their Minifigures with you! LEGO® NINJAGO® WORLD Become a Master of Spinjitzu and put your ninja skills to the ultimate test! Imagination Zone  Where else would you go to stimulate your LEGO creativity? Imagination Zone, of course! IZ features lots of free play building and some of the coolest LEGO models anywhere. Land of Adventure  Land of Adventure’s five attractions are sure to bring out the explorer in every member of the family. Castle Hill  Castle Hill creates the illusion of a romantic time in history when kings and queens reigned supreme, and knights rescued damsels in distress. PIRATE SHORES  Avast ye maties, landlubbers and scallywags! Come aboard for an incredible, swashbuckling adventure. Guaranteed to shiver yer timbers, Pirate Shores includes water attractions with captivating high-seas adventures that will thrill buccaneers of all ages. ​Miniland USA  See the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco, the capital building in Washington D.C., Mardi Gras in New Orleans, Grand Central Station in New York and the strip in Las Vegas. All in one day! Or travel to a galaxy far, far away. By the way, we know what you’re thinking: 32,496,352 LEGO bricks. Give or take. FUN TOWN  Fun Town is really kid’s town. Whether it’s driving cars, steering boats, or putting out fires, kids are always in charge. LEGO® FRIENDS HEARTLAKE CITY  Make some new friends at one the coolest cities anywhere! EXPLORER ISLAND  Go back in time to when dinos roamed the earth! Dig for fossils or get a dino-eye view of the surroundings on the island’s roller coaster.   SEA LIFE™ AQUARIUM SEA LIFE Aquarium is your child's first interactive guide to the life of the sea, combining active hands-on learning with fascinating educational talks and up close encounters with sea creatures including sharks, octopi and rays!  The new and improved LEGOLAND California Resort Mobile App makes planning your day easier than ever!  Features: Ride wait times Interactive map makes exploring easy Exclusive dining and retail offers Daily entertainment guide so you don’t miss any of the fun Ride information, including height guide Park hours and directions Car Finder marks where you parked Helpful in Park tips San Diego - 1 Hour Harbor Cruise: WHAT YOU GET 1-hour narrated San Diego Harbor cruises Information about more than 50 San Diego landmarks 13 miles on the Big Bay in San Diego Unmatched photo and video opportunities Comfortable indoor and outdoor areas A look at marine animals and seabirds An introduction to local environmental efforts Snack bar with adult beverages, soft drinks and hot and cold snacks, plus souvenirs available for purchase *No outside food or beverage is allowed onboard the yacht. For your convenience, we have a fully stocked snack bar and full beverage bar available to purchase on board.

The Palace is perhaps best known as the home of Mary, Queen of Scots, and as the setting for many of the dramatic episodes in her turbulent reign. Mary was married at Holyroodhouse and witnessed the brutal killing of her secretary Rizzio by her jealous second husband, Lord Darnley, in her private apartments. The Palace briefly served as the headquarters of Bonnie Prince Charlie during the 1745 uprising. Today the State Apartments are used regularly by The Queen and other members of the Royal Family for State ceremonies and official entertaining. What there is to see: The State Apartments reflect the changing tastes of successive monarchs and are renowned for their fine plasterwork ceilings and magnificent furnishings, particularly the unrivalled collection of Brussels tapestries.  One of the most famous rooms in the Palace is the Great Gallery, hung with  Jacob de Wet's portraits of the real and legendary kings of Scotland. Included on the visit, a display focuses on the Order of the Thistle, the highest honour in Scotland.  The Order honours Scottish men and women who have held public office or who have contributed in a particular way to national life. Shown alongside historic insignia is an example of the mantle worn at the Thistle ceremony at St Giles’ Cathedral in Edinburgh, which The Queen attends during her visit to the Palace in July. From 1 April to 31 October the gardens, which are today used for garden parties, can be included as part of a visit to the Palace of Holyroodhouse. Visitors to the gardens must keep to the paths, which are about 400 yards long. The Queen's Gallery at the Palace of Holyroodhouse in Edinburgh hosts a programme of changing exhibitions from the Royal Collection. Book here.   Image Credits: 1.Royal Collection Trust / © Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II 2018 2.Photographer: Peter Smith. Royal Collection Trust / © Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II 2018  

Why bother a hailing a cab or arriving by subway? On this 1-hour private tour upgrade your night on the town with this luxury service. You may start or end your tour in the Theatre District before. Your private chauffeur will wait or drop you off at theatre like a celebrity. Travel pass world famous landmarks such as Rockefeller Center, Times Square, Herald Square, 5th Avenue and Columbus Circle while sipping on complimentary champagne. Get ready for the attention and stares! Make your experience to or from Broadway even more special by traveling in a limousine! Inclusions: Glass of Champagne Driver/Guide Transport by private vehicle Bottled water Exclusions: Gratuitied (recommended) Broadway Ticket

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