 In the last couple of years The Yorkshire Museum York has undergone extensive changes. The building is located in a pleasant green area, in the centre of the historic city of York, which skirts the River Ouse. York has so many attractions such as museums, historic buildings, churches, shops and more. The Yorkshire Museum though has to be ranked as one of the city's best places to visit. The museum's official website details, "The Yorkshire Museum reopened on 1 August 2010 following a nine-month £2million refurbishment project. Five new galleries now showcase some of Britain's finest archaeological treasures and many rare animals, birds and fossils, in exciting new displays. Our aim is to make the Yorkshire Museum a must-see destination in a tour around the beautiful city of York. Come and see us this summer and give us your verdict, whether you're a regular user of the museum or a first-time visitor. The refurbishment work has also restored the museum's Georgian building, letting in more natural light and opening up spaces that have been divided up over the years. The museum was opened in 1830 by the Yorkshire Philosophical Society and was one of the first purpose-built museums in the country."
 Lesvos, or as it's also known Lesbos, is the largest of the group of Greek Islands of the Northern and Eastern Aegean. In fact it is actually the third largest Greek Island, after Crete and Evia. It is roughly central from the northern and southern most of these Aegean Islands and it hugs Turkeys west coast. It became free of the Turks in 1912. In common with the Greek mainland, and other Greek Islands, there remains no love lost between the Greeks and the Turks .
Traditional industries such as olive growing, ouzo making, fishing and shipbuilding survive but, as with most Greek Islands, the Tourist industry is booming, and it looks as if that is were the future prosperity of this island lies. At the moment Lesvos is managing to maintain it's pretty villages, beautiful countryside, good beaches and relatively unspoilt Greek charm. For how much longer though one can only wonder.
There are hot springs which you can enjoy, plus a multitude of birds and plants to fascinate you. This island truly is a country lovers dream. Although having said that you can find a more lively side to this island if you wish to.
The climate is very warm and the environment is lush. Mytilini, the Island's capital, has the Island's main harbour, a busy waterfront and sophisticated cafes and tavernas. There is plenty to see in the capital, not leas , a fair few museums such as the Archaeological museum and the Museum of Theophilos. There are direct flights to Lesvos and regular ferry services to many of the Greek islands. Lesvos would be a great place to go ' Greek island hopping '. So whether you choose to visit Lesvos whilst you are hopping around, or visit for a more lengthy stay, you should have a great time. There is so much variety of accommodation and things to do it should suit everyone and anyone.The above was written in 2007. Since then the EU crisis has hit Greece hard. The Greek Islands have never been rich places and tourism was a much needed boost to their economy. More than ever these days Greece will welcome you with open arms. Do not let the "hororr stories" deter a visit. Simply make sure you research a visit to include current information. Most of the riots and public protests have been happening on the mainland and in the country's capital Athens. That said it is not a scene of constant violence. Tags: The Greek Islands, Lesvos, Lesbos, Aegean, EU crisis, vacation, greek vacation
 The Balmoral Cruise ship sailed from Southampton in the UK on a memorial journey aimed at marking the 100 year anniversary of the Titanic disaster. On board are various passengers who have links to the Titanic. One who had a relative who survived the tragedy even showed the media photographs taken by her aunt as she began that fateful voyage. The images also survived the sinking of the Titanic and make for poignant viewing.
Passengers are from across the world and deny that this is a morbid cruise. Instead for some it has a personal link whilst for others it is part of their fascination with the Titanic. The cruise will hold a special memorial service on April 14. It will start at 11:40 p.m. in order to mark the moment when the Titanic hit the iceberg, and later at the exact moment when the ship sank.
The Titanic remains one of the world's most famous and devastating tragedies. It put mankind firmly in its place. The premise that the Titanic was unsinkable was shattered. 1,500 people lost their lives.
The cruise began on April 8 2012 and ill last for 12 days. It is not a cheap cruise and has cost passengers £2,799 ($4,445) to £5,995($9,520).. Passengers in the spirit of 1912 dressed in Edwardian style.
The Balmoral has 1,309 passengers on board and will retrace the journey of the Titanic, hopefully not to its final journey's end in reality though. It will however visit the site of the sinking of the Titanic.
Tags: Titanic, 100 year anniversary, Balmoral anniversary cruise, sinking of the Titanic, White Star Line, Southampton
When you visit the city of York in the heart of Yorkshire, Great Britain, the Minster dominates the skyline. As a child who had a christian upbringing visits to the Minster were not rare. Living an hour or so away, via train, Sunday School and Church Pilgrimages often ended at the Minster. These days, in common with many other religious places of worship it costs to enter the Minster. It is a fine building and even viewed from outside is worth viewing. For us during our recent four day stay it was a good landmark. Once we found the Minster it was easy to retrace our steps back to our bed and breakfast accommodation. Be warned though we did get lost on our first day. We left the middle of York via an ancient gateway thinking it was the one we had entered by. It was not. Lesson learned. There is more than one historic entrance. If you go to the Minster in time for the Sunday Service you are able to enter the service part of the church for free. Other than that charges apply. Hubby is not in favour of pay to enter churches believing it goes against the grain of Christianity. For me as I say I have visited many times before. There is a on site shop but it is pricey. Outside the Minster there is a nice green area, shops, statues, a craft fair on a weekend and more. The Craft Fair is free on a Sunday. It is held in the historic building of St William's college close to the Minster. In the right weather the Minster park is a lovely picnic area. Nearby by bustling streets buzz but you can have some peace and quiet gathering your thoughts in the small park.
Check out visiting the Minster hereTags: York Minster, visiting York, Yorkshire, UK churches, UK tourism Images (C) ethel smith
 The long Easter weekend is under way and as usual the UK weather is playing its tricks on us.This means that many people will be looking for entertainment which is undercover. Museums and Galleries can provide great family entertainment but perhaps the "animals inside out" exhibition is the exception to that rule. It will be fascinating, interesting and some children will love it but it will not be for the squeamish visitor. The exhibition is running at the Natural History Museum in London from today April 6, 2012 until September 16, 2012. London has a wealth of museums and galleries and the NHM is sensational. A huge museum housed in a fine building it takes more than one day to fully experience what it has to offer. So what about Animals Inside out?
The exhibition is the work of Gunther von Hagens. This artist is famous for stripping back people, literally. His work shows the human body beneath the skin and easy on the eye exterior. It is not for the faint hearted. This new exhibitions treats animals in the same way. The Natural History website is carrying the information below regarding this exhibition: "Animals Inside out goes more than skin deep, allowing visitors to strip away the flesh,and travel on an anatomical safari of the Natural World.Adapted from Gunther von Hagens' Body Worlds, our UK premiere of this exhibition features nearly 100 plastinated animals and capillary specimens displaying the intricate insides and inner workings of some of the world’s most spectacular creatures, from goats and giraffes to octopuses and ostriches.
Animal Inside Out
6 April – 16 September 2012
10.00 – 17.50
Waterhouse GalleryTicket prices *
Adult £9
Child and concessions £6
Family £27
School groups £3 per pupil
Free to Members, Patrons and children aged 3 and under.
* The ticket prices above include a small voluntary donation to the Museum. Thanks to Gift Aid, your donation will let us claim back the tax on the whole price of your ticket and help support the important scientific work of the Museum. If you want to opt out of the donation, the standard admission charges are: Adult £8.10, child and concession £5.40 and family £24.30."
Some of the images online may be too gruesome for some readers. You can learn more about the exhibition and view more images HERE
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