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Press Releases What's New Tauck Bridges Online Brochure Tauck Exotics Online Brochure		Media Center > Press Releases > Tauck Bridges Doubles Business in 2004 Tauck Bridges Doubles Business in 2004 Family Travel Leader Significantly Expands Departures For 2005 NORWALK, CT (November 23, 2004) Tauck Bridges, America’s top-selling escorted family travel tour operator, reports that the number of families traveling on its vacations more than doubled in 2004. As a result, the company is dramatically expanding its departure dates in 2005 for both the summer and winter/spring school holidays. “We’re delighted to see such strong growth in only our second year of operation,” states Dan Mahar, President of Tauck Bridges. “But even more rewarding is the enthusiasm we’re hearing from parents, grandparents and children about their experiences on Tauck Bridges’ tours. We’re creating opportunities that allow different generations of families to bond with each other, while they’re also connecting with the unique cultures of the destinations we visit.” Launched in 2003, Tauck Bridges will operate 11 different itineraries (each offering multiple departure dates) in 2005 to the United States, Europe, Costa Rica and the Galapagos. To meet the increased demand, departure dates are being added to all summer trips, and to selected destinations during the spring and winter school holidays. “Especially popular this year were Alaska, Costa Rica and Europe, and we expect to see continued growth in these areas in 2005,” notes Mahar. Parents with children and grandparents with grandchildren are typical Tauck Bridges travelers, but an increasing number of large extended families are also traveling together. “It’s not uncommon for a family of 10, 20 or 30 to travel together,” notes Jennifer Tombaugh, Brand Manager for Tauck Bridges. “Groups celebrating an anniversary, a birthday, or a family reunion love the fact that they can enjoy an exciting adventure together, while not having to worry about any of the details of ‘what to do today.’ They can relax and focus on enjoying the memories they’re making.” Those interested in more information can visit their travel agent or contact Tauck Bridges toll-free at 1-866-636-6500 to request a 2005 brochure. Information is also available online at www.tauckbridges.com. Tauck Bridges is built upon the vast experience and in-depth expertise of its sister brand, Tauck World Discovery. Founded in 1925, Tauck World Discovery is the acclaimed family-run travel company voted “World’s Best Tour Operator and Safari Outfitter” three times by the readers of Travel + Leisure magazine. The Tauck Bridges name celebrates the relationships forged between family members while sharing the company’s unique travel experiences, as well as the “bridges” built through interaction with other cultures and people around the world.		Email Tauck's marketing communications manager, Tom Armstrong, for more information or to schedule an interview. Write to us at Tauck World Discovery 10 Norden Place Norwalk, CT 06855 P.O. Box 5020