3 new short escape vacations for 2019 announced by Adventures by Disney
Disney is adding new Short Escape vacations to Boston, London and Vancouver, Canada with Adventures by Disney for 2019.
These two to four-night vacations can be booked as standalone getaways or as an add-on to other vacations and includes two knowledgeable Disney-trained Adventure Guides as do the week-long adventures.
Here’s a breakdown of the trips:
Best of Boston – Past and Present
American history and contemporary culture are the focus of this four-day, three-night Short Escape itinerary.
Activities include a privately guided tour along the Freedom Trail, a 2.5-mile route teeming with historical locales, families follow 18th-century costumed guides back in time as they are regaled with thrilling tales from the American Revolution; a private, after-hours tour of the Old North Church places travelers in the famed footsteps of Paul Revere, while another special after-hours visit to the Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum concludes with a private dinner steeped in the city’s storied roots.
Other family-friendly excursions and activities include rowing along the Charles River, biking the city on a private sightseeing tour, exploring the grounds of Harvard Yard and indulging at a private New England clambake on Thompson Island.
The new Boston Short Escape is available on select dates in May through October 2019.
Bucket List Getaway in London
VIP experiences is part of this three-day two-night Short Escape in London. This adventure can be booked as a stand-alone vacation or as a pre-cruise add-on to Disney Cruise Line sailings out of nearby Dover, England.
The itinerary is filled with exceptional experiences, including a once-in-a-lifetime, private viewing of the royal Crown Jewels led by the Tower of London’s Jewel House Warden; a private, high-speed thrill ride in a boat along the River Thames; and a privately guided tour of Westminster Abbey, the revered site of royal coronations and weddings. Guests will also witness the time-honored tradition of the changing of the guard at Buckingham Palace and an unforgettable dinner show.
The new London Short Escape is available on select dates in July, August and September 2019.
City Highlights and Outdoor Recreation in Vancouver
This trip can be booked as a stand-alone vacation or as a complement to a Disney Cruise Line Alaska voyage.
Outdoor activities include a ziplining excursion after a scenic gondola ride to the mountain peak of Grouse Mountain; a privately guided tour at Capilano Suspension Bridge Park which offers views from 110 feet above the forest floor; and a morning bike ride through Stanley Park.
On the first night, Junior Adventurers embark on a special scavenger hunt expedition with their Adventure Guides, while adults unwind with beer and wine flights at a local tasting room. During a “foodie” walking tour of Granville Island’sfamous Public Market the next day, travelers will get a taste of the city’s thriving culinary scene as they sample local cheeses, charcuterie, freshly baked breads, indulgent desserts and more.
The trip also features early access to Grouse Mountain’s resident grizzly bear habitat, where guests can observe bears up-close and enjoy a special breakfast with amazing views, plus photo-worthy encounters with lively lumberjacks, birds of prey and towering totem poles.
The new Vancouver Short Escape is available on select dates in May through September 2019.
