I qualified as a London Blue Badge Guide in 2011 and was honoured to receive the award for Best Overall Practical Guide.
LONDON OLYMPIC PARK PROFESSIONAL
My professional life began working as a stage manager, followed by 15 years as a Tour Manager leading tours of the UK, Ireland and Europe, the USA, Canada, New Zealand and The Middle and Far East. I was born and bred in London and have lived here all his life apart from a year traveling the world in my 20’s.
LONDON OLYMPIC PARK FULL
***A full replay will be available after the experience for all registered guests Exact technical requirements and a webinar user guide will be shared in the automated confirmation email upon registration. **For the best possible viewing experience, please ensure you're using the latest version of your internet browser - Google Chrome is the most compatible. *Once registered, you will receive a separate, automated email containing the link to join this webinar A discussion of Olympic Park after the games, and how the massive redevelopment benefited the local populationĪfterward, we'll have a Q&A session with Pepe - any and all questions about Olympic Park are welcomed and encouraged!Ĭan't make it live? Don't worry, you'll have access to the full replay for one week!.Stories from the 2012 Olympic Games, including its most historic moments.A deep dive into the creation of London's 2012 Olympic Park, from the largest cleanup operations in British history to the building of the permanent and temporary Olympic venues.A brief overview of the 19 Olympics in London, from where in the city they were held to their lasting legacies.A historical background of East London, which has often been considered one of the most deprived areas in Britain.Led by award winning London Blue Badge Tour Guide Pepe Martinez, our virtual experience using powerful images, video, and Google street view will include: Join New York Adventure Club as we explore the impact and legacy of London's Olympic Park, a sprawling park and venue complex for the 2012 London Olympics that transformed one of the city's worst neighborhoods into one of its most popular public spaces. While the London 2012 Olympics Games were considered one of Britain’s greatest success stories at the time, what is the park's legacy today? This is the incredible story of how smart, sensible, and sustainable urban planning transformed a former landfill in East London into an Olympic hub that would benefit residents of one of the city's most deprived neighborhoods for years to come.