

Now that Disney has thrown its hat in the ring, perhaps a new tale will join the lore – but will it motivate families to travel to Scotland?


Stories of epic battles and mystical legends associated with this part of the world have been passed down since ancient times. Did The Lion King spur tourism to Africa? How about family tours to China - are they more popular after Kung Fu Panda?īrave, which follows the heroic journey of Princess Merida, is set in the rugged and mysterious Highlands of Scotland. Having just watched a sneak preview of the upcoming Pixar release Brave(which premieres tomorrow), I wondered if any movies are secretly inspiring kids to want to travel or see the places they see on the screen. Most minivans now come equipped with video players. Perhaps a bit overused, but parents simply throw on a DVD if they need to keep their little ones occupied for an hour or two. Unlike the days of my youth, it seems like children today can watch almost any movie of their choice anytime of day or night.
