If by chance I research other tour groups and still feel like ABD is my best choice... What would all you experts say is the best trip to go on? I was planning Italy next summer until they stopped the EBD. I finally talked my husband into a tour group vacation and now he's appalled by the price hike and lack of discounts for early bookers compared to the 2009 catalogue.
My only ABD vac was Backstage Magic with my son last year. I came home and couldn't say enough about the quality and ease. I've talked two other couples into wanting to go with us next year but now I don't know if Italy is worth the price. I told them it was worth the extra cost (that was 2009 prices) now if I talk them into this I want the best trip for the money. I'm looking for fun, active, as little crowds as poss and Disney ease. Please give me your expert opinions.
I've been on two ABD trips - Costa Rica and Alaska. They are both great if you like a lot of outdoor activities. I have a young son and I specifically chose these two trips because they were very active. I haven't done any of the European trips yet because many of them are museum heavy and I don't think DS is ready for that yet. But I'm sure they are wonderful too. I think the Alpine Magic trip looks great. I'm hoping to do that one within the next couple of years. As far a crowds go, I didn't experience any on either of my trips. I can sympathize with you, because I know how hard it is to choose when they all sound so fantastic.