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Eight new destinations designed especially for family adventure travel

Eight new destinations designed especially for family adventure travel
 
(September 4, 2007) Adventures by Disney today unveiled its 2008 lineup of exciting family adventure travel itineraries, magical new tours exploring destinations such as China, Australia, Peru and Germany - and returning favorites to choice locales including England, Italy, Ireland, Costa Rica and the Southwestern United States.

In 2008, Adventures by Disney guests can stroll along the Great Wall, snorkel in the Great Barrier Reef, go rafting on Peru's Urubamba River or take archery lessons in the "fairy tale" land of northern Germany - all in a safe, family-friendly environment that is a hallmark of Disney. Also among the impressive list of 2008 activities are a VIP tour of Southern California, a sojourn through the Golden State's North country, and history-filled escapades to the vibrant countries of France and Spain.

"Adventures by Disney takes guests on awe-inspiring travels throughout the U.S. and around the world - with a style that is immersive, authentic and distinctly Disney," said Ed Baklor, senior vice president, Adventures by Disney. "Building on the phenomenal success of 12 itineraries in 2007, our guests will be thrilled with the exhilarating special experiences we've created for them in 2008."

Each journey is designed specifically for families traveling together. Younger guests become Junior Adventurers and participate in activities like "taste-testing" a myriad of flavors of gelato in Italy while adults enjoy a formal wine-tasting. In Paris, Junior Adventurers explore the Louvre in a mystery scavenger hunt with one of the Adventure Guides while parents explore one of the world's most famous art collections with a local expert. Junior Adventurers also participate in activities like making their own Steiff bears in Germany, learning kung fu from a local master in China, and attending a private puppet workshop at Jim Henson Studios in Hollywood.

Adventures by Disney vacations also feature exclusive experiences and special touches which make every guest feel like a VIP - a signature of Disney's philosophy of guest service. In London's West End theater district, Adventures by Disney guests enjoy and then go behind the scenes at Disney's hit musical "The Lion King." In Australia, guests enjoy a private breakfast and showcase at the Taronga Zoo in Sydney. The Imperial Cities itinerary includes a behind-the-scenes experience at an authentic marionette show in Vienna ... and Adventures by Disney offers VIP show and attractions access at Disneyland Resort and Hong Kong Disneyland on trips to Southern California and China, respectively.

New Itineraries for 2008

  • Sacred Valleys and Incan Cities - Peru: Lima, Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu, Cusco
  • Flavors of France - Provence, Paris
  • Backstage Magic - Hollywood, Disneyland
  • Coasting the Golden State - San Francisco, Cambria, Santa Barbara, Los Angeles
  • Grande Espana - Madrid, Seville, Barcelona
  • Once Upon A Fairy Tale - Germany: Heidleberg, Trendelburg, Rothenburg, Munich
  • Enchanted China - Beijing, Chengdu, Guilin, Shanghai, Hong Kong
  • Discovery Down Under - N. Queensland, Great Barrier Reef, Ayers Rock, Sydney

Returning Adventures of a Lifetime

North America

  • Spirit of America - Philadelphia, Washington, D.C., Williamsburg
  • Quest for the West - Wyoming: Jackson Hole, Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks
  • Southwest Splendors - Sedona, Grand Canyon, Monument Valley, Moab, Arches

Southern Europe

  • Viva Italia - Rome, Tuscany, Venice
  • Taste of Tuscany - Rome, Tuscany
  • Roma and La Costa Bella - Rome, Sorrento, Positano, Amalfi, Capri

British Isles & Europe

  • The Emerald Isle - Dublin, Killarney, Shannon
  • Cities of Knights and Lights - London, Paris
  • Imperial Cities - Vienna, Salzburg, Prague

Latin America

  • Path to Pura Vida - Costa Rica: San Jose, Arenal, Manuel Antonio, Quepos

About Adventures by Disney

As Disney Cruise Line revolutionized - and in some ways defined - the family cruise vacation, Adventures by Disney is poised to re-create the way families think about vacationing together.

Launched in 2005, Adventures by Disney provides immersive, hassle-free and exhilarating guided family vacation experiences to destinations in Europe, the Americas, Asia and Australia. Families traveling with Adventures by Disney receive exceptional service while taking part in extraordinary experiences from Prague to Paris, Yellowstone to Costa Rica, the ruins of Pompeii to the ruins of Machu Picchu, the Great Barrier Reef to the Great Wall of China, and more.

With Disney Adventure Guides, engaging activities, VIP experiences and personal touches throughout, Adventures by Disney excites and delights family members of all ages.

Guests wanting more information about Adventures by Disney can visit http://www.AdventuresbyDisney.com, call 877/728-7282, or contact their travel agent. LaughingPlace.com recommends MouseEarVacations.com - the official Travel Agency of LaughingPlace.com

-- Posted September 4, 2007