Incredible Adventures - Yosemite National Park Day Tour

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.  

Enjoy Warwick Castle outside it's busiest times with this great value promo offer for parents and grandparents with toddlers! Only available in advance: book now to SAVE! Highlights: See majestic Birds of Prey take to the skies Face fun challenges in the Horrible Histories adventure maze Set off on an interactive walk-through trail on ‘The Conqueror’s Fortress’ Enjoy sensory attractions such as The Kingmaker and Time Tower Explore 64 acres of landscaped grounds and gardens and come face to face with the Castle’s Peacocks. This ticket includes: Entry to the Castle, Grounds and Gardens (excluding the Castle Dungeon). Practical Information: Baby changing and bottle warming facilities on site Excludes School holidays & weekends. Please click here for our any day offer. ​ You must print your e-ticket off and bring it with you in order to be granted access to the attraction. Visit Warwick Castle to experience the fun of real history! Full to the turrets with dazzling shows and attractions, spellbinding story-telling and fun experiences all year-round, Warwick Castle is an action-packed and unforgettable family experience …

Set off for a full day excursion to Normandy from Paris with an official guide. Set off from your Paris accommodation at 06:30 for our central Paris agency. Relax during the journey by luxury air-conditioned coach before arriving at the Caen Memorial Museum at around 10:15. The Caen Memorial Museum retraces the various stages of the conflict that took place during the Second World War. Your guided tour will give you the chance to see everyday objects from life during occupation, maps, and models of military vehicles, as well as film screenings that recreate the emotions of D-Day and the Battle for Normandy. The visit continues with an included lunch at the restaurant in the Caen Memorial Museum. Menu* Starter Buffet: Légumes crus de saison et leur vinaigrette(tomates, concombres, carottes) Salades composées Charcuterie *** Table served hot dish Fondant de poulet farci aux cèpes Galette de pommes de terre / Julienne de légumes *** ​Chesse and Dessert Buffet: Fromages normands (Pont l’Evêque et Camembert) Tarte normande Salade de fruits Tarte au chocolat Teurgoule ** Pain de campagne (farmhouse bread) *** Drinks: Bordeaux wine (1 bottle for 4) Eau de source Coffee * Example of menu, subject to modification without any notice            In the afternoon, your tour will continue to several of the iconic landmarks that played a part in the landings. Your first stop will be at the Pointe du Hoc, overlooking the hundred-foot-high cliffs. Stormed by the American Rangers on D-Day, it was one of the key German fortified sites along the Normandy coast and was equipped, at that time, with a number of heavy artillery posts.  You will then visit the famous American Cemetery at Saint Laurent, located just above Omaha Beach. This 170-acre site is home to 9,387 perfectly aligned white marble headstones, a memorial, chapel, and the Garden of the Missing. It pays tribute to all the American soldiers who died during the Second World War. A small trail leads down the hill to Omaha Beach, giving you the opportunity to walk across the sand. You will have one hour to spend here. Following this visit, you will stop at Arromanches, a historic town known for its artificial port, which was built as part of the Normandy landings. The harbour saw the unloading of almost 10,000 tons of equipment. You can still make out the floating reinforced concrete "Phoenix" constructions in the water.  Finally, you will make a short photo-stop near Juno Beach and its cemetery, one of the key D-Day landing beaches for Canadian troops.  Return to your Paris accommodation is scheduled for around 21:30.

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.

Inclusions:   Glass of Champagne Driver/Guide Transport by limo to Woodbury Common Premium Outlets Bottled Water Snacks Exclusions Gratuities (Recommended)

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