I knew it was going to be good, but didn't realise how great!
We started with 3 days in Long Beach, California, most of which was spent at the International Quilt Festival. Our hotel was right next door to the Convention Centre and also on the beach front. A fantastic view from my hotel window looking across the marina towards The Queen Mary.
One day was spent walking around the beach front, the wharf, and a tour of The Queen Mary. Included in the tour was the Princess Diana Exhibition which was on board. This exhibition traces her life from a child right through to include Katherine and William's wedding. Unfortunately no photos were allowed, but it was a magnificent display of original gowns, letters, photos, memorabilia. If it ever comes to a place near you - it is a
must do. More information on the Exhibition can be found
here at this address.
The ship is still in it's original state and extremely well maintained. You can imagine just how life was back in those wonderful days of sailing.
The exhibition itself was very good. A lot bigger than ours back here, but not nearly as big as Houston. All we had to do was walk out of the entrance to the hotel and across the Plaza and we were there!
I will have more photos of the quilts and updates (in sections) of the most fabulous holiday in the days ahead. Way too much for one or two postings!!
