Book 8 people on any Tauck Bridges tour for travel in 2012 and your 9th traveler goes free!  Tauck reminds The Family Traveler that family group travel is really popular around the school holidays and that their family tours holiday departures sell out quickly.   Their most popular group destinations throughout the year are Africa, Italy and Yellowstone – and River Cruising. Book early to secure your family’s space!  For group travel (a minimum of 8 people), a $500 deposit is all that is required to hold your space.  The deposit is due within two weeks of the booking date and is refundable up until 120 days before departure.  Also past guests receive one free hotel night before or after their tour if booked by December 28.