Adventures by Disney Expands Tours for 2008

Adventures by Disney (ABD) rolled out eight new itineraries and seven new destinations for 2008. New destinations include China, Australia, Peru and Germany. Destinations that will be continued for 2008 include the U.K, France, Ireland, Costa Rica and the Southwestern U.S.

New itineraries have been created for France and Germany. Two new U.S. itineraries are being rolled out, one in California, and another called “Backstage Magic” that specifically focuses on Disneyland and Hollywood’s world of filmmaking.

Two Spain trips have been combined into one more comprehensive Spain itinerary including Madrid, Barcelona and Seville. New itineraries give guests the opportunity to walk on China’s Great Wall, snorkel at Australia’s Great Barrier Reef, go rafting on Peru’s Urubamba River or take archery lessons on a journey through Germany, where the original castle that served as the model for the Disney Sleeping Beauty castle can be seen.

The additional tours increase the total number of programs on the ABD roster from 12 to 18. Special features include being escorted backstage at a London West End performance of “The Lion King,” a private breakfast and showcase of Sydney, Australia’s Taronga Zoo and an exclusive tour of the Vienna Children’s Museum.

At each destination, the operator produces actors who bring to life the stories of the destination. The new products continue with the established ABD formula, based on engaging young travelers with activities and storytelling and providing something for all ages.