ZSL Whipsnade Zoo

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.

Descubre la ciudad pedaleando sobre unas cómodas bicicletas y con un simpático guía que te llevará a conocer, a lo largo de una tranquila ruta, los detalles históricos, las fascinantes experiencias del día a día de la ciudad y los lugares más emblemáticos y simbólicos. Realiza un relajante recorrido por la ciudad de Barcelona, pasarás por espacios culturales y singulares como el Museo de Arte Contemporáneo de Barcelona, situado en el barrio del Raval, cuya rambla cuenta con un habitante muy singular, el ‘Gato’ de Botero. El guía te explicará algunas curiosidades sobre este barrio, y a continuación te conducirá por la plaza Real, la plaza Sant Jaume, la carismática plaza de San Felipe Neri, la majestuosa Catedral, las murallas romanas o la plaza del Rey entre muchos otros sitios emblemáticos. Iniciarás el descenso hasta la zona marítima para llegar a las playas en donde, si el tiempo acompaña, podrás hacer una parada. Visitarás el Port Vell, el barrio de la Barceloneta, el puerto olímpico y en el camino de regreso atravesarás el Parque de la Ciutadella y pararás delante de la Sagrada Familia. Ah! y durante las cálidas noches de verano ¡también podéis hacer la ruta nocturna!. De día o de noche, recorrer la ciudad en bicicleta es una magnífica forma de vivir Barcelona.

Titanic Belfast befindet sich auf Queen's Island, auf der auch weitere Sehenswürdigkeiten Thema Titanic zu finden sind.  Die Audioguidetour durch die Ausstellung dauert ca. 1,5 - 2 Stunden. Die SS Nomadic Tour dauert etwas 30 Minuten.  Das SS Nomadic Ticket ist am Tag Ihres Titanic Belfast Besuchs sowie am Folgetag gültig.

JA, ABER WIE FUNKTIONIERT  DAS? Der Besuch im Amsterdam Dungeon ist ein absolutes Muss in Amsterdam. Es ist eine 80-minütige Reise in die düsterste Vergangenheit Amsterdams. Sie werden den Dungeon, das „Verlies“, in einer Gruppe von maximal 30 Personen betreten und in die Gewölbe des Amsterdam Dungeon hinabsteigen, wo Sie alle Shows genießen können. Alle 10 bis 15 Minuten startet eine neue Tour.   WAS WERDEN SIE ERLEBEN? Sie sind besser und mutiger als je zuvor. Sie sind der Amsterdam Dungeon! Erfreuen Sie sich an 11 Shows, 7 Schauspieler und 500 Jahre Geschichte in einem einzigartigen Erlebnis. Sind Sie Manns oder Frau genug? Es gibt neue und aktualisierte Shows. Lachen und kreischen Sie beim Anblick unserer brennenden Hexen. Sehen Sie, riechen Sie, hören Sie und haben Sie Angst, viel Angst… Treffen Sie auf unsere professionellen Theaterdarsteller, die schaurige Figuren von unserem (nicht ganz so) gerechten Richter bis hin zum furchteinflößenden Foltermeister darstellen.  Unterwegs erwarten Sie viele Überraschungen - garantiert ein Erlebnis zum Lachen und Kreischen zugleich.

JORVIK Viking Centre Take hold of the past and explore the excavations which first unearthed the Viking-age city in our brand new exhibitions. As you travel around Viking-Age Jorvik aboard our state of the art ride experience - which now includes commentary in sixteen languages, from all major Scandinavian dialects to Mandarin Chinese – you will encounter Old Norse speaking citizens on the streets of the city and in their homes. Discover the Arabic trader bringing his wares to trade, and the Viking storyteller recounting the apocalyptic Ragnarok myth.    At the end of an unforgettable journey, visitors disembark to the JORVIK galleries where they can see some of the fascinating Viking artefacts. Cutting edge displays help you to investigate all of the information gathered from the 5-year-long dig at Coppergate and piece together the jigsaw of where the Vikings came from, why they came here, how they lived and died, and where they travelled to. At JORVIK Viking Centre you are standing on the site of one of the most famous and astounding discoveries of modern archaeology. Between the years 1976-81, archaeologists from York Archaeological Trust revealed the houses, workshops and backyards of the Viking-Age city of Jorvik, as it stood 1,000 years ago. Ticket Details Please Note: JORVIK tickets purchased through this channel do not entitle the holder to jump the queue – you must join the queue as normal and will be able to exchange your 365 Vouchers for tickets at the admissions desk. Vouchers must be printed off before visiting JORVIK, entry won't be granted without your 365tickets Voucher.   York Dungeon The York Dungeon invites you to a unique feast of fun with history’s horrible bits. Live actors, shows and special effects transport you back to those black, bleak times. Are you brave enough to delve into the darkest chapters of history? Herded into the forest by murderous Vikings, don’t look back as they obliterate everything and everyone in their path. Will you escape the most brutal fighters in York’s history…..??? Travel to the dark depths of the dungeons of York Prison, where murderer, thief and torturer Dick Turpin the infamous highwayman waits for his death at the gallows. In the most haunted city in England, come and experience the presence of ghosts which will chill your very bones as you stand in the silent yet chilling air. It’s the 16th century and the terrible plague has struck York again. Thousands are dying, appallingly disfigured and in unspeakable agony. Will you escape the deadly disease? Our 17th century judge knows exactly what you have been up to….and you could be left to languish in the rat infested dungeon for it…or be given a gruesomely fun task to perform… but who knows who the judge will on? The York Dungeon brings York’s horrible history to life with 11 live shows, actors and special effects. Torture Chamber York’s torturer always finds a way to get you talking, whether with the hook, the castrator, the jaw breaker, or the creeping agony of the rack. Maybe he’ll loosen your tongue the hard way, with the tongue-tearer! The Great Plague It’s the 16th century and the terrible plague has struck York again. Thousands are dying, appallingly disfigured and in unspeakable agony. Will you escape the deadly disease or run out screaming? Labyrinth of the Lost Who dares enter the Labyrinth of the Lost? Here lies the ancient Roman fortress of Emperor Constantine, buried beneath York Minster. Every treacherous turn takes you closer to the grim ghosts of a Lost Roman Legion. Judgement of Sinners It is the middle of the 18th Century and England’s justice system is harsh, unpredictable and frequently lethal. Some 220 offences are punishable by death. Pray the judge has pity on your soul. Your sentencing and fate await you! Witches: Burned Alive The witch hunt is on! Hear the screams and feel the heat as the accused are burnt alive before your eyes. Will you escape the persecution or will you meet your end at the stake? Bloody Viking A shattered monastery lies around you, ransacked and despoiled. Even this house of God isn’t safe from the violent greed of Eric Bloodaxe and his heathen warriors. In fact, what’s that noise outside..? You run into the forest, murderous Vikings on your tail, obliterating everything and everyone in their path.  Don’t look back! Run! Will you escape the most brutal fighters in York’s history? Guy Fawkes Remember, remember the 5th of November; gunpowder, treason and plot! Follow the explosive story of Guy Fawkes as he and his treasonous accomplices plot the downfall of the English King and Parliament in the most spectacular way possible: a massive, underground explosion that will destroy them and the symbol of their rule! But the plot is foiled, and Guy Fawkes is arrested. He has sworn not to give up the names of his co-conspirators, but let’s see if a little brutal torture can loosen his tongue… Ghosts of York A creepy whistle rides on the cold air. A feeling of resentment and anger surrounds you. Your senses tell you that you are not alone. Through the dark silence comes a haunting wail… and then suddenly a pale figure appears before you, a vengeful, ghostly presence that leaves you paralysed by fear! Will you hold your nerve in the depths of the most haunted city in England? Or will you run for your life?! Dick Turpin Travel to the dark depths of York Prison where murderer, thief, and infamous highwayman Dick Turpin awaits his death at the gallows. After years of stealing livestock, robbing stage-coaches and murdering those who came after him, he’s about to meet his well-deserved fate at the end of a rope! But suddenly you enter your worst nightmare: a pitch-dark cell, a waiting hangman and Turpin… who wants his revenge in blood! Warning: The York Dungeon is not recommended for those of a nervous disposition or young children. Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.   York City Cruise Please note: The River Ouse in York can occasionally rise to levels that can have an impact on this cruise's daily operations after periods of heavy rainfall in the catchment area upstream. The local operators will always attempt to sail for as long as it is safe to do so. There can come a point where their smallest boat can no longer fit underneath the bridges. Depending on the height of the river, they may not be able to sail at all. In this instance, you will either be eligible for a full refund or your ticket(s) will happily accepted on another date during your stay if sailing is possible.

LANGUAGES: English and Spanish Start your full day trip from Barcelona on a comfortable bus with guide on board. We offer you to visit one of the biggest cities north of Barcelona: Girona, medieval city with one of the best preserved Jewish quarters in Europe and stage where some chapters of one the seasons of the hit series Game of Thrones were shot. Girona is a monumental city where you can experience its 2000 years of history thanks to its fortified walls and the small streets of the old city center. There you will see about “Forca Vella”, a roman foundation and the medieval expansion of the walls during the centuries XIV & XV. You will enjoy a guided walking tour of the city center, visiting the Cathedral, with its well-preserved medieval streets that lead you towards the famous pastel colored houses at the edge of the river bank. The old city center of Girona holds an important artistic heritage. You will be given some free time in Girona to enjoy the city by yourself.