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Thursday, July 22, 2010

You can visit the land of pyramids, pharaohs and ancient treasures next year with Adventures by Disney®. The new exotic itinerary joins other unforgettable worldwide destinations in 2011. Highlights of the experience include riding a camel at the Great Pyramids, cruising the Nile River and snorkeling in the Red Sea.

Bookings open on July 21, 2010, so book early for the lowest rates of the season and best availability.

Here are some of the highlights of the 8- and 10-day Egypt itineraries:

• Ride a camel at the Great Pyramids of Gizah, tour the Pharoah’s Boat Museum and come nose-to-nose with the Sphinx
• Learn to make papyrus and write your name in Egyptian hieroglyphics
• Enjoy three days of leisurely cruising on the Nile River from Aswan to Luxor, discovering ancient temples, tombs and treasures
• Shop and dine in the colorful Khan el-Khalili Market, Cairo’s ancient souk
• Experience the Nile on a felucca – the traditional sailing craft that have plied the river’s waters for thousands of years
• Travel with a licensed Egyptologist through ancient monuments and wonders of Egypt
• Junior Adventurers explore the Egyptian Museum while playing the Art Detective Game, The Case of the Missing Mummy.

Remember “it’s all included” with Adventures by Disneyvacations – VIP experiences, immersive events and activities, dining and resorts, hassle-free travel and admissions.

Friday, March 12, 2010

Adventures by Disney was created especially for families, with breathtaking guided group vacations spanning six continents—from Alaska to Australia, and from Costa Rica to Canada. With Adventures by Disney, you’ll meet enthralling local experts. Enjoy backstage access, VIP treatment and other exclusive experiences difficult to arrange on your own. And discover incredible adventures for everyone, including special thrills just for kids. You and your fellow travelers are hosted by two Disney-trained Adventure Guides. Best of all, Adventures by Disney will handle the details. So you can spend your time having the time of your life.

Travel with Adventures by Disney and get more than you’d ever imagine. More than you’d expect. And more reasons why the only way to see the world, is to see it with Disney.

New for Adventures by Disney - the Gateway Collection, the newest vacation option offers families flexibility via expanded free time, so they have more time to visit places of interest, and an affordable way to see some of the world's most desirable locales.

Monday, March 01, 2010

Trafalgar's "last minute deals" give you the opportunity to experience incredible savings on a select few European and North American award-winning vacations.

These selected departures are only available until March 15, 2010. All are Definite Departures. Space is limited, so come and experience Europe and North America with Trafalgar’s unbeatable services, tremendous value and great savings.
 
Please note: To get these special rates, please reference the tour’s ‘PROMO CODE’ at the time of booking. If booking online enter the 'PROMO CODE' in the "Apply Promotions" section during the booking process

Europe & Britain Tours

Wednesday, February 24, 2010

With Trafalgar family tours you can experience a myriad of amazing destinations, magical countries and enchanting cities on ten first class family experiences across Europe, the United States and Canada.

Everything is taken care of... hotel accommodations, transportation, most meals & included family-friendly activities like pizza making in Rome and flamenco dancing in Spain.  A Trafalgar tour travel experience is hassle-free, memorable and above all, fun for the entire family.

Learn more about family tour vacations

Tuesday, February 23, 2010

You’ve shared his every adventure from printed page to the silver screen. Now you can join Harry Potter and his friends as you venture into a world where magic is real…and excitement knows no bounds.  It’s all at the new Wizarding World of Harry Potter to be revealed in Spring 2010 at Universal Studios Orlando in the Islands of Adventure park.  Pass through Hogwarts castle gates and explore the familiar passageways, classrooms and corridors. 

New Rides/Attractions

Experience new pulse-pounding rides.  On Dragon Challenge, you’ll need the courage of a Triwizard Tournament champion as you climb aboard one of two ferocious dragons that twist, loop and nearly collide in a high-speed, intertwining rollercoaster chase across the sky.  Each side provides a completely different ride.   On Flight of the Hippogriff, take off on a family friendly coaster that spirals and drives around the pumpkin patch and past Hagrid’s hut.   Last but not least, on Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey, experience a state of the art attraction that brings the magic, characters and stories of Harry Potter to life in ways never before imagined.  Make your way through the classrooms and corridors of Hogwarts.  Then soar above the castle grounds on a groundbreaking new ride that lets you join Harry Potter and his friends on an unforgettably thrilling adventure. 

Food & Drink:

Sample fare from the wizarding world’s best known establishments.  Dine at Three Broomsticks where you can choose from fish and chips, shepherd’s pie, soup, salads and tasty desserts.  At Hog’s Head, enjoy Butterbeer, pumpkin juice and other beverages while adults can also choose from a selection of domestic and imported beers, specialty drinks, wine, spirits and mixed drinks.  Visit the legendary Honeydukes for sweets including Bertie Bott’s Every-Flavour Beans, exploding bonbons, treacle fudge, Chocolate Frogs and more.

Shopping:

Shop for magical supplies and wizarding  equipment at Dervish and Banges. Browse confiscated items and purchase Hogwarts and Quidditch clothing, movie prop replicas, magical created toys and more at Flich’s Emporium of Confiscated Goods.  In Ollivanders, step inside the small dusty shop where a Wandkeeper will help the wand choose YOU.  Try different wands with unpredictable results in this interactive experience.  Send letters with a Bogsmeade postmark from the Owl Post or visit Zonko’s Joke Shop where you can browse a selection of novelty items and toys including Sneakoscope, Extendable Ears and more.

Keep in mind when you book a vacation package, some packages ensure you will have Early Park Admission to experience all the magic and excitement of the Wizarding World of Harry Potter.  Universal’s Islands of Adventure will open an hour early each day so guests can enjoy all three rides before the general publc…this can save you hours in line.  Call us for details.