Global travel company Abercrombie & Kent announces the third year of Connections, its portfolio of engaging tour programmes designed with value in mind. For 2015 there are 36 small group journeys and 16 private itineraries to Europe, Asia, India, Africa, Arabia and the Americas. 4 Star+ accommodation is standard across the collection and the group journeys limit numbers to no more than 24 guests per trip, while the private itineraries have been created specifically for one or two people travelling together on set departure dates enjoying private touring and transport, comfortable lodgings and diverse local interactions.

New to the portfolio are some exciting family group adventures that combine family-friendly activities and child-friendly hotels with educational and enriching experiences for all ages. The new Connections destinations for families are Italy, Russia, Amsterdam to London plus South Africa and Peru.

What is a Connections Group Journey?

· Intimate groups of no more than 24 guests

· 36 exciting itineraries

· Guaranteed departures with minimum two guests (excluding river cruises)

· Unique local connections putting guests in touch with the destination and its culture

· Services of expert A&K Tour Directors

· Extensive sightseeing with local guides

· Hotels chosen for their amenities, value for money, local character and location

· Value for money and all gratuities included (except for Tour Director)

· Prices start from US$3,495 for 8 day Morocco group tour

· New for 2015 are tours of Turkey, the Mekong, Sri Lanka, Jordan, and Argentina plus three additional European river journeys on board 'Amadeus Brilliant' and the new Amadeus Silver II

What is a Connections Private Touring Set Departure?

· A private itinerary for one or two people travelling in their own vehicle and with their own guide

· 16 exciting itineraries with multiple departures

· Unique local connections putting guests in touch with the destination and its culture

· Extensive sightseeing with local guides

· Hotels chosen for their amenities, value for money, local character and location

· Value for money

· Prices start from A$1,565 for 8 days in India

· New destinations for 2015 are Spain, Croatia and Italy.

For further media information, please contact:

Mary Morton

Phone: +61 3 9525 2830 or

Email: marym@idcollective.com.au

To book your A&K itinerary today or to enquire further please contact Abercrombie & Kent on 1300 590 317 or visit www.abercrombiekent.com.au

Abercrombie & Kent is the world's leading luxury travel business.  Founded as a luxury safari company in Africa in 1962, A&K has grown into a respected international travel company employing over 3000 staff in more than 100 countries. A&K organises private, tailored and escorted travel to every corner of the globe and has a wholly owned portfolio of cruise boats, luxury lodges, tented camps, hotels, and all-terrain vehicles. As part of its global commitment, A&K Australia brings a wealth of expertise, experience and attention to detail to any travel arrangements. Whether travelling solo, as a couple, with a family or in an escorted group, A&K is expert in providing luxury, experiential and memorable travel experiences. Abercrombie & Kent. Inspiring Experiences.