The duck family is in a difficult predicament: while father MacMallard is pleased that his kin will always be safe, living proudly in New England, mom Pam strives to shake them up and show her teenage son Dax and little daughter Gwen how big and multifaceted the world can be. After the migratory duck family lands on their pond with thrilling tales of distant places, Pam persuades Mac to embark on a family journey through New York to tropical Jamaica. It would all be too easy if their plans were destined to come true.