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England, Scotland & Wales
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Dreaming of holidaying in England this year? Now is the perfect time as Trafalgar has just launched nine exciting new European itineraries including its Real Britain guided holiday.
Enjoy authentic Britain whilst being in awe at the Stonehenge, viewing Georgian architecture in Bath, savouring the tastes of Britain with insiders dining experiences and many more great experiences.
To celebrate the new Real Britain itinerary, Trafalgar in conjunction with Etihad are offering fantastic earlybird airfares to London from $1799 per person when you book a Trafalgar European holiday. Be quick as this offer expires 31st December 2011.
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