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Rayburn Tours can now be found on Twitter!

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Looking for some tips, tricks and inspiration for a band tour? Want to see what other UK bands are getting up to abroad?

Or simply don’t want to miss out on any of our special offers on international band tours?

If you are then there is no better place to go than follow @RayburnTours on Twitter and rest assured that you won’t miss a beat!

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New for 2012, we are giving you the chance to vote for your winner of our annual photo competition — all entries can be found on our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/RayburnTours.

It’s easy to vote; just like our page and view the photos, when you find one you think is a winner just click ‘like’! It’s as easy as that!

We offer truly bespoke Band Tours, so if you have other destinations in mind, or would like to add your own personal ‘twist’ to one of our tours, don't hesitate to contact usRayburn Tours

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Then visit the Rayburn Tours website, www.rayburntours.com, or contact our team to discuss your ideas.

We offer truly bespoke Band Tours, so if you have other destinations in mind, or would like to add your own personal ‘twist’ to one of our tours, don't hesitate to contact us on 01332 347828 or via our website: www.rayburntours.com

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