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Have you long fancied a London holiday? Now is a jolly good time to pop\u00a0the pound, uhh, pond. The pound\u00a0has collapsed 14% against the dollar and 11% against the euro since the U.K. voted to leave the European Union in June. One pound is now less than $1.29\u2014the cheapest it\u2019s been in 31 years. If you ever said you\u2019d only be able to afford a trip to London when pigs could fly, well, the pigs have left the pen. They\u2019ve flown to London for an affordable vacation.\u00a0You\u2019ll never believe these 5 London splurges you can now afford.<\/p>\n

Related: 7 less traveled European cities that should be on your bucket list<\/a><\/p>\n

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Buckingham Palace<\/h3>\n

Yes, the centrepiece of U.K.\u2019s constitutional monarchy wherein lives the Queen, is open to mere peasants through October 2. For a mere \u00a374 ($95.40 at the current exchange rate), you get two tickets to explore the palace, its 19 state rooms, the Royal Mews and the Queen\u2019s Gallery. Just last month it was a whopping $111. One of the few royal palaces left in the world, Buckingham is a must visit. The culture-centre of your brain will thank you\u2014and your wallet will not tell you to bugger off.<\/p>\n

\"TKTS

TKTS Booth in Leicester Square | Flickr CC: Counse<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n

TKTS<\/h3>\n

The official London theatre ticket booth, located in the ever-so-entertaining Leicester Square, sells up to half-price tickets for day-of performances of London\u2019s most well-known plays and musicals. Two tickets to \u201cKinky Boots,\u201d one of London\u2019s hottest current shows are now $206, that’s $34 less than it would have cost you just last month. Bloody awesome.<\/p>\n

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Regent Street | Flickr CC: Tony Webster<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n

Luxury fashion<\/h3>\n

So, the plunging value of the British pound means that your spending power in terms of dollars and cents will go much further while you are there (thanks Brex). Brands like Burberry and Ted Baker can definitely make it into your shopping bag as you strut down Regent Street. There\u2019s still a lot we don\u2019t know. Like how all the loose change will shake out, but right now, it\u2019s clear you should splurge on those sunglasses and that autumn scarf. And throw in a silk dress or two from the 2016 collection.<\/p>\n

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Afternoon tea | Flickr CC: finedininglondon<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n

Afternoon Tea<\/h3>\n

There are a myriad of places to take afternoon tea thanks to Anna, the 7th<\/sup> Duchess of Bedford, who popularized the tradition when she decided she needed a tea and snack medley each afternoon. But, if you want to sip something special, check out Brown\u2019s Hotel Tea-Tox where none other than Queen Victoria used to take her tea. It is served in the luxurious English Tea Room, a perfect Lond-indulgence. The low-carb, low-sugar, low-fat spread is full of rich taste. Who needs a scone when you can gorgeon flourless dark chocolate and zesty yoghurt-topped orange cakes? For \u00a347.50 (roughly $62), this flavourful infusion of wonder and history is yours.\u00a0If you\u2019re looking for the best traditional afternoon tea-sperience, simmer down to the Ritz and enjoy its lavish spread at\u00a0\u00a352 (roughly $68.40).<\/p>\n

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Masala Zone | Flickr CC: Ewan Munro<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n

Fine Indian fill-up<\/h3>\n

London is renowned for its Indian food. It\u2019s true. With 5 locations around town including SoHo and Islington, Masala Zone specializes in chapatis, dal,vegetable canap\u00e9s and more delightful dishes sure to curry your favor. If you hit up this inspired family-owned Indian spot before 6:30pm, you can chow on a two-course meal for just \u00a38.50 (roughly $11) a person.<\/p>\n

Lastly, with a tastecard, you get 50% off food or 2-for-1 meals at a host of participating restaurants around town. Joining tastecard is \u00a31, so there\u2019s really no reason not to splurge on the card, then save a bunch as you dine trendily around town.\u00a0Well\u2026cheerio!<\/p>\n

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