Youth Rugby

The Youth Rugby Tour is a fantastic tradition. It forms an integral part of a Rugby Players development. There really is nothing better than travelling with your mates to an alien environment and test your abilities.

The enthusiasm of youth rugby is something we are very familiar with. Our love for sport began in our younger years, meeting our friends on a Sunday morning and learning the game - somehow forgetting about the mud and the cold.

We have put together some excellent Youth Rugby Tour options for your next Youth Rugby Tour. Starting with exciting weekends in the UK to a big adventure through Europe.

Take a look at the Youth Rugby Tour packages on the right, get in touch with us and we'll talk you through which options will be best for you.

New for 2011 - Pre-Match packages at a range of Premiership and Celtic League Clubs. Compete in a major Youth Rugby Tournament as part of a tour to Newcastle. Undertake the ultimate Rugby challenge with a tour to Biarritz or Toulouse. Enquire now for more information.

Browse through the destinations below - all are superb Youth Rugby Tour destinations, which have been hand-picked and developed by us.

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Where do you want to go on your Youth Rugby tour?

Edinburgh

Edinburgh is an excellent destination suitable for all ages. Oozing with Culture and Tradition, the Bustling city is a hive of attraction all hours of the day. The Sporting Passion comes from strong local pride to create a plethora of touring plus points.

Suitable for Age Groups:  Mini's and Juniors, Youth, Students, Adults, Old Boys, The Girls
Tour Types:  Tour on a Budget, End of Season Lash, European Inbound
Value for money 5 out of 5
Night Life 5 out of 5
Sport 4 out of 5
Recreation 5 out of 5
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Scottish Borders

The home of Rugby Sevens, the Scottish Borders is the forgotton stronghold of Scottish Rugby. A superb destination for youth groups given its affordability and fantastic local rugby.

Suitable for Age Groups:  Old Boys, Youth
Tour Types:  Test Against The Best, European Inbound
Value for money 4 out of 5
Night Life 3 out of 5
Sport 4 out of 5
Recreation 4 out of 5
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The Highlands

An essential destination of any long visit to Scotland. Choose between a remote Scottish Castle or a charming coastal town. After that, it is fun and action all the way. A magnificently beautiful area full of charm and story.

Suitable for Age Groups:  Youth, Mini's and Juniors
Tour Types:  , Tour on a Budget
Value for money 5 out of 5
Night Life 3 out of 5
Sport 4 out of 5
Recreation 5 out of 5
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Glasgow

Glasgow has changed. Once an industrial hub, the city is renowned for style and fun. Superb for shopping and equally good for nightlife, the city offers stark contrast to the more traditional city of Edinburgh.

Suitable for Age Groups:  Youth, Students, Adults, Old Boys, The Girls
Tour Types:  Tour on a Budget
Value for money 4 out of 5
Night Life 4 out of 5
Sport 4 out of 5
Recreation 3 out of 5
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Newcastle

Our #1 Tour City in England. The tours we can put-on in the North-East are rarely matched whether it be for a sporting experience, a daft weekend or an active adventure.

Suitable for Age Groups:  Youth, Students, The Girls, Adults, Old Boys
Tour Types:  Tour on a Budget, End of Season Lash, Low-Cost Junior Tour, European Inbound
Value for money 5 out of 5
Night Life 5 out of 5
Sport 5 out of 5
Recreation 5 out of 5
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The Lake District

England's playground is a fantastic rural retreat that can be tailored for active, yet affordable mini & junior tours, pre-season camps and end of season social tours.

Suitable for Age Groups:  Youth, Students, Adults, Old Boys, Mini's and Juniors
Tour Types:  Low-Cost Junior Tour
Value for money 4 out of 5
Night Life 3 out of 5
Sport 4 out of 5
Recreation 5 out of 5
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Bath

Bath is England's most beautiful city. A clash of Georgian and Roman times, this historic, stylish and wealthy city is ideally set in the traditional heartland of English Rugby.

Suitable for Age Groups:  Youth, Students, Adults, Old Boys
Tour Types:  Test Against The Best
Value for money 3 out of 5
Night Life 3 out of 5
Sport 5 out of 5
Recreation 3 out of 5
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The Isle of Man

The Isle of Man is an incredible place to visit. One of the long-forgotten touring hot-spots, the island offers great sport, unlimited activities and superb nightlife - making it ideal for all ages and abilities.

Suitable for Age Groups:  Mini's and Juniors, Youth, Adults
Tour Types: 
Value for money 3 out of 5
Night Life 4 out of 5
Sport 5 out of 5
Recreation 4 out of 5
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York

Historic, grand and extremely eyecatching, our tours to the grand old city of York offer top level opposition as well as some fantastic historical sights to behold as well as some great nightlife and fun activities that make York a top notch destination.

Suitable for Age Groups:  Mini's and Juniors, Youth, Students, Adults
Tour Types:  End of Season Lash, Low-Cost Junior Tour
Value for money 4 out of 5
Night Life 4 out of 5
Sport 5 out of 5
Recreation 4 out of 5
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Barcelona

The Catalonian city of Barcelona is one of the true treasures of Southern Europe. Home to some of the world's most iconic architecture, the city offers the tourist plenty in sightseeing and photo opportunities.

Suitable for Age Groups:  Youth, Students, Adults, Old Boys, The Girls
Tour Types:  End of Season Lash, , ,
Value for money 3 out of 5
Night Life 4 out of 5
Sport 4 out of 5
Recreation 4 out of 5
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Lisbon

The beautiful city of Lisbon is the home of Europe's best youth Rugby Festival. Each Spring, teams from across the world arrive in the city for an excellent weekend of Rugby. A superb excuse for a warm-weather jaunt in 2012!

Suitable for Age Groups:  Youth, Students, Adults, Old Boys, The Girls
Tour Types:  Sports Tournaments
Value for money 4 out of 5
Night Life 5 out of 5
Sport 3 out of 5
Recreation 4 out of 5
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Amsterdam

Amsterdam needs no sharply worded intro. The city will always be popular with adult groups looking to discover the myths and legend of the city. There is certainly a lot of fun to be had here!

Suitable for Age Groups:  Students, Adults, Youth
Tour Types:  , European Inbound
Value for money 3 out of 5
Night Life 5 out of 5
Sport 4 out of 5
Recreation 3 out of 5
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Noordwijk

Noordwijk is the destination in Central Holland tailor made for school sports groups. Action-packed yet safe and sensible, this tour will offer an ideal way to explore Holland and test your team on the field in the process.

Suitable for Age Groups: 
Tour Types:  Sports Tournaments
Value for money 4 out of 5
Night Life 2 out of 5
Sport 4 out of 5
Recreation 4 out of 5
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Cardiff

A Sporting City like no other in the UK. Few places in the world can name their national stadium as their cities centrepiece. This sporting mecca dominates everything about the city which offers culture in abundance.

Suitable for Age Groups:  Youth, Students, The Girls, Adults, Old Boys
Tour Types:  Test Against The Best, Tour on a Budget
Value for money 4 out of 5
Night Life 4 out of 5
Sport 5 out of 5
Recreation 4 out of 5
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Lake Como

Lake Como is where it all began for Sky High Sports. Now, this is our version of an exclusive destination and forms the key part of our Italian Tours that are becoming stuff of legend. Rarely matched, never beaten.

Suitable for Age Groups:  Youth, Old Boys, The Girls
Tour Types:  Test Against The Best, , , ,
Value for money 4 out of 5
Night Life 3 out of 5
Sport 5 out of 5
Recreation 5 out of 5
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Rome

Any excuse to visit Rome is good enough. This magnificent city compares to any in the world. We have developed superb links with the sports clubs across the city to enable you to enjoy a touring experience to rival any.

Suitable for Age Groups:  Youth, Old Boys, Students
Tour Types:  , , Test Against The Best,
Value for money 4 out of 5
Night Life 4 out of 5
Sport 5 out of 5
Recreation 4 out of 5
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Lido di Jesolo

Lido di Jesolo is a bustling beach resort in North-West Italy. Great Weather, some great sport available, loads to do day and night and with Venice on the doorstep, it is a superb choice for your Italian Tour.

Suitable for Age Groups:  Youth, Students, Adults, Old Boys
Tour Types:  End of Season Lash, , ,
Value for money 3 out of 5
Night Life 4 out of 5
Sport 4 out of 5
Recreation 4 out of 5
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Galway

Galway is our preferred city in Ireland. When you get to the West, you feel as though you have found the real Ireland. Music pours out onto the streets and the Guinness flows like water.

Suitable for Age Groups:  Youth, Students, Old Boys
Tour Types: 
Value for money 3 out of 5
Night Life 4 out of 5
Sport 4 out of 5
Recreation 4 out of 5
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Belfast

All those things you think you know about Belfast? Forget them. The city is fantastic to visit. Rarely will you get a friendlier welcome. Throw in a fascinating recent history and great sport, and you have yourself a cracker.

Suitable for Age Groups:  Youth, Students, Adults, Old Boys
Tour Types:  Tour on a Budget, Test Against The Best
Value for money 5 out of 5
Night Life 4 out of 5
Sport 4 out of 5
Recreation 4 out of 5
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Dublin

Dublin has seen more Rugby Tours than any other city. With famous appeal to young and old, the city will always be popular. The ideal starting point for any longer visit to Ireland.

Suitable for Age Groups: 
Tour Types:  Tour on a Budget, End of Season Lash, Test Against The Best
Value for money 3 out of 5
Night Life 5 out of 5
Sport 4 out of 5
Recreation 4 out of 5
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Cork

The rebel city of Ireland has much to offer. A one-time European Capital of Culture, this music filled town has a great relaxed atmosphere and some great sporting traditions.

Suitable for Age Groups:  Youth, Students, Old Boys
Tour Types:  End of Season Lash, , Test Against The Best
Value for money 3 out of 5
Night Life 4 out of 5
Sport 3 out of 5
Recreation 4 out of 5
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Paris

Our links with the Rugby community in Paris make this one of the most fantastic tour destinations for your team. Mix tickets to watch pro-games with stern opposition of your own. Throw in fantastic sightseeing and you have a corker!

Suitable for Age Groups:  Youth, Students, Old Boys, Adults
Tour Types:  Test Against The Best
Value for money 4 out of 5
Night Life 4 out of 5
Sport 5 out of 5
Recreation 4 out of 5
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Perpignan

The newest addition to our European Rugby Adventures, Perpignan is a destination ideal for youth teams looking to mix a fantastic rugby experience with an action-packed beach-side trip away. A real heavyweight option!

Suitable for Age Groups:  Youth, Adults
Tour Types:  Test Against The Best
Value for money 4 out of 5
Night Life 3 out of 5
Sport 5 out of 5
Recreation 5 out of 5
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Biarritz

Set on the coast of French Basque country, Biarritz is at the centre of France's Rugby heartland. A great touring destination for teams looking to test themselves against the best while enjoying the beach-side lifestyle!

Suitable for Age Groups:  Youth, Adults
Tour Types:  Low-Cost Junior Tour, European Inbound
Value for money 4 out of 5
Night Life 4 out of 5
Sport 5 out of 5
Recreation 5 out of 5
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Gent

Gent is in serious danger of becoming our favourite destination on the continent. It is up there with Newcastle, Edinburgh & Galway as our first recommendations to touring teams.

Suitable for Age Groups:  Youth, Students, Adults
Tour Types:  Low-Cost Junior Tour, Sports Tournaments
Value for money 4 out of 5
Night Life 5 out of 5
Sport 4 out of 5
Recreation 4 out of 5
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Durban

The gateway to KwaZulu Natal, a stay in Durban is a phenomenal contrast of city life, mountainous beauty and cultural fascination. Learn about Zulu life, see the South African Big Five and experience some awesome sport.

Suitable for Age Groups:  Youth
Tour Types:  Long Haul School Tour
Value for money 4 out of 5
Night Life 4 out of 5
Sport 5 out of 5
Recreation 5 out of 5
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East London

East London is our wildcard destination in South Africa. Located half-way between Durban and Cape Town on the South East Coastline, the city is a fantastic addition to a tour to either city, especially with the Garden Route to Cape Town.

Suitable for Age Groups:  Youth
Tour Types:  Long Haul School Tour
Value for money 4 out of 5
Night Life 4 out of 5
Sport 5 out of 5
Recreation 5 out of 5
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Toronto

Canada's culture capital, 'Tronno' is the city of neighbourhoods. Fascinatingly diverse the city is like a world tour in one. With iconic landmarks, great sport and a spectacular skyline, it is a magnificent city to visit.

Suitable for Age Groups:  Adults, The Girls, Old Boys, Youth
Tour Types:  Long Haul School Tour
Value for money 4 out of 5
Night Life 5 out of 5
Sport 4 out of 5
Recreation 4 out of 5
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Ottawa

The capital city of Canada is a picture postcard city that sits on the fence between French and British influence. Combine this with the stunning backdrop, lake and rivers and it is a must on tour tour to Canada.

Suitable for Age Groups:  Adults, The Girls, Old Boys, Youth
Tour Types:  Long Haul School Tour
Value for money 4 out of 5
Night Life 5 out of 5
Sport 4 out of 5
Recreation 4 out of 5
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Niagara

The destination of choice for the newly-wed and nearly-dead, Niagara is the party town of Ontario. There are also rumours of a half-decent water feature not too far from the attraction filled streets.

Suitable for Age Groups:  Adults, The Girls, Old Boys, Youth
Tour Types:  Long Haul School Tour
Value for money 4 out of 5
Night Life 5 out of 5
Sport 4 out of 5
Recreation 4 out of 5
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Cologne

One of the largest and oldest cites in Germany, the charming city of Cologne is where you will get the opportunity to experience real German culture and some tasty local brews that the city is famous for.

Suitable for Age Groups:  Youth, Adults
Tour Types:  Sports Tournaments, European Inbound
Value for money 4 out of 5
Night Life 4 out of 5
Sport 3 out of 5
Recreation 5 out of 5
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We had a great time. Thanks for all your hard work, it was a great tour. Some of the guys are still having withdrawal problems! The boys can't wait to host the Crymych RFC team back here in Canada.

We hard to work really hard to raise funds for the tour. We couldn't have done the tour without your help in keeping the tour to our budget.

ELFYN SCOURFIELD, HAMILTON HORNETS U19's TOUR, ENGLAND & WALES 2012

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We were impressed with the efficiency of Sky High Sports from our first point of contact. All details were taken into consideration, and the whole tour - from the accommodation through to the games and the entertainment in the spare time was planned and executed well. The boys and parents all enjoyed themselves immensely - and we would not hesitate in recommending working with Richie for your own club.

BEVERLEY NASH, ALTON RFC U14 TOUR, WILTSHIRE, APRIL 2012

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Tynedale RFC U15's toured Belfast this year via a booking with Sky High Sports. From the first contact with Richie at Sky High Sport it soon came evident that we were in for a very well planned tour with no stones left unturned. The way the company dealt with our demands was first class and they even gave a full brief of what he could provide to all the players as well as there families.

After what can be only being described as a well planned and fun filled weekend everyone one that went on the tour is still talking about it two weeks later.

We have already starting planning next years tour along with Sky High Sports. I can only say that anyone that has planned their own tour in the past knows how much work is involved and working with a company as good as Sky High Sports only made our experience more pleasurable and we all send our thanks to them and look forward to next years tour.

So if you ever want to do a sports tour to any destination we all would all highly recommend Richie and the Sky High Sports Team to make your trip one to be remembered.

It is hard to praise you for all your hard work but I will ensure that everyone that I know in all sports get to know about your company and I look forward to working with you again.

STAN BLACKBURN, COACH, TYNEDALE RFC U15s, BELFAST TOUR, MARCH 2012

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Thanks for taking care of things for us, we will definitely be using you for future tours and have already informed other teams at Chelmsford that your service was excellent and highly recommended.

DAVID HUNT, CHELMSFORD RFC U15, WILTSHIRE TOUR 2012

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Many thanks for organising the Morpeth U14s tour, everything went well and the boys had a great time. Both clubs where very hospitable and looked after us well.

Colin Belfield, Morpeth RFC U14s Tour to Edinburgh, March 2012

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I would not hesitate to recommend Sky High Sports to anyone who runs a Sports Team or Club, everything was just spot on which meant I could enjoy the tour as much as everyone else.

Frazer Gunn, Percy Park U16s, Edinburgh Tour, March 2012

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To all at Sky High Sports. Our Tour to Rome went off spectacularly well. Our party had an unforgettable time. Tickets to the Italy Vs England Six Nations match were the icing on the cake. Hospitality at both clubs was amazing. Well done Sky High Sports. Clive Wall, Coach, West Hartlepool U15. Tour to Rome, February 2012

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It is difficult to pick a highlight from our tour as everything from arrival at Bath to departing our Hotel in Gloucester as everything was excellent. The facilities available at the Hotel were superb, with everything available for the boys to do from swimming to golf & squash.

The Bath experience was wonderful and the boys good behaviour got them an invitation to return from the coach.

Sunday's Rugby was challenging but a good game that bought our the best in Eton Manor. The hospitality afterwards was good natured and welcoming with good food and plenty of it.

I would like to say many thanks to Sky High Sports.

ROBERT LEVERSUCH, HEAD COACH, ETON MANOR U15's, BATH/GLOUCESTER TOUR APRIL 2011

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On behalf of my fellow coaches, the parents, players and I, I would like to thank you for your assistance in the organisation of our recent tour to Twickenham. The feedback from all who were on the trip has been that everyone had an absolutely fantastic time, and a truly memorable experience.

Everything ran like clockwork and your choice of accommodation was superb, it made the trip so much more enjoyable for the coaches and parents as the activities and staff at the PGL centre occupied the boys, never giving them an opportunity to get bored. This made our jobs so much easier and allowed us to relax and enjoy the tour without worrying about keeping the boys occupied and safe. I will strongly recommend it to anyone who is planning a mini, midi or youth rugby tour as it kept everyone happy.

Please pass on our thanks to Glyn School, Sutton and Epsom RFC and Epsom Coaches for being so accommodating. I know how difficult organising tour fixtures can be especially on non standard match days, so well done for finding these. I was very impressed by Sutton & Epsom As, but would fancy our chances in a return leg up north, after we had softened them up with our B team! Also great to see England win at Twickenham - something the boys will remember for years.

STEPHEN DICKINSON, ALNWICK RFC U13s/U14s, LONDON 2010

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I am writing to you because I feel it necessary to inform you of the fantastic work you have done in order to send my U14's rugby team to Edinburgh during October half-term 2010.  Your company were excellent in every department, from the prior organisation to the final travel arrangements.

I was very surprised at the quick response to an email I sent you when requesting a quote for 26 boys.  The costing was very competitive and I had no choice but to go with your company, especially after a telephone conversation shortly after the quote, when I said to myself "this company is very enthusiastic and professional." 

Our tour of Edinburgh could not have gone any smoother, the pupils loved the paintballing and ghost tour but when I mentioned they were going to watch Edinburgh Vs Ulster at Murrayfield Stadium, (which I had kept from them during the build up to the tour) their jaws dropped.  They thoroughly enjoyed every second of the match and did not stop speaking about it for the rest of the night.

The two games we played could not have been pitched any better, with only a few points between the final scores of both our matches; they made for a splendid spectacle.  Many of our players positively commented on the referees, our players felt they developed their overall game play and even introduced them to new laws.

Finally, congratulations on a superb tour, your help during the trip with invaluable and I look forward to organising our next tour with you in two years.

GARETH BARTON, MASTER I/C, ABBEY GATE U14 RUGBY, EDINBURGH 2010

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For 12 years I have always organized our clubs travel throughout Europe and this is the first time I entrusted to a company specialising in sports tours.

The tour was organised in no time thanks to Richie at Sky High Sports. We met in Rovato during a Welsh Rugby teams' tour to Italy - and wanted to visit Wales in return!

Sky High Sports were responsive to the demands of the team and gave us the opportunity to personalise the tour.

The location of the Hostel was perfect and the bar made it a great base. Being adjacent to the Millennium Stadium was great also.

We played two excellent games with great hospitality, and we toured the Millennium Stadium which I highly recommend.

The support of Sky High Sports throughout the journey, from the moment we arrived until we departed was impeccable. We had a representative with us throughout - even during breaks in the programme.

Richie, thank you again for your help, and I will certainly contact Sky High Sports for our tour next year.

STEFANO SACRATO, RUGBY ROVATO, U19 TOUR TO CARDIFF, MAY 2010

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I would like to thank Richie and Sky High Sports for the fantasic tour they sorted out for us. From the first moment until the moment we got back, everything was faultless. Gent was excellent and I would highly recommend the Hostel we stayed at. The games you arranged were excellent and the hosts were very friendly and helpful. Many of the Dads are thinking of taking the WAGs back to Gent on a holiday!

STEVE BOYCE, COACH, LEAMINGTON RFC U17S, GHENT TOUR 2010

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