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grand tour
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grand tour
(formerly) an extended tour through the major cities of Europe, esp one undertaken by a rich or aristocratic Englishman to complete his education


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When owner Charles Monck returned from his grand tour of Europe he was determined to bring the passion of the continent back to his patch in Northumberland.
People were suddenly keen to explore their own country, and women, who were not encouraged to follow the Grand Tour of Europe, seen as crucial to a young gentleman's education, saw an opportunity.
The following year Timmy embarked on a Grand Tour of Europe, looking for the Wacness monster, visiting Blermany (Germany) and diving into Venice's Grand Canal.
 
 
 
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