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Great Savings on an Exotic Cook Islands Vacation

Aug 21

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IslandsEscapes by Goway has today announced a new marketing campaign in conjunction with Cook Islands Tourism and Air New Zealand to encourage more North American Travellers to visit this gem in the South Pacific.

The “Cash in on the Cooks” campaign offers travellers a $200 rebate per couple on any Cook Islands Vacation booked with IslandsEscapes between August 17th – November 24, 2009 and completed by February 28, 2010. For more information, visit visit our rebate page.

Starting from just $1659 per person (before rebate) for departure from Los Angeles with Air New Zealand, packages include 12 nights accommodation, transfers and airport welcome. A range of accommodations are available and some offer various benefits, including free accommodation, free breakfast, free car rental or food and beverage resort credits.

IslandsEscapes offers custom-designed vacations to this unspoiled gem of the South Pacific, including extensions to the stunning island Aitutaki. For honeymoons, IslandsEscapes‘ unique bridal registry allows couples to upgrade or enhance elements of their honeymoon.

For more information on these and many other great value Travel ideas, visit www.islandsescapes.com or call 1-800-667-6601.

Goway Offers New Australia Luxury Rail Cruise – ‘The Southern Spirit’

Jul 23

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Goway has announced a new luxurious train service called ‘The Southern Spirit’ that will operate each summer season from November 2008 on a variety of outback Australian train routes.

The Southern Spirit will be a luxury Australian rail cruise offering 8 different itineraries that visit a number of different destinations across Australia’s rail network, combined with deluxe excursions and exclusive events. The Inaugural journey departs Darwin on 25 November 2008 bound for Sydney on a 13 day/12 night rail cruise across the heart of Australia. It will travel through the Red Centre to the scenic south-east corner, with stopovers in Katherine, Alice Springs, Cooper Pedy, Adelaide, Melbourne, Canberra and Moss Vale. Each unique journey on board the Southern Spirit will take guests through some of the most breathtaking scenery Australia has to offer. On board, guests will enjoy unparalleled luxury and unmatched personal attention with 24-hour cabin service. Guests can choose to travel in the prestigious new Platinum Service deluxe cabins or the hallmark Gold Service, with all the creature comforts in a compact twin cabin.

The transcontinental journeys are combined with a suite of deluxe excursions staying at five-star hotels, together with once in a lifetime exclusive events at stops along the way. The uniquely Australian events include a candlelit dinner underground at Coober Pedy or a spectacular seafood dinner in a marquee on Coffs Harbor Jetty or Australia Day celebrations 36 storeys up, overlooking the spectacular harbour city of Sydney at sunset. Each itinerary offers a different combination of journeys and experiences. For example, itinerary 5 ‘The Great Coastal Epic’ is an impressive rail cruise from Perth following the coast through four states, visiting six mainland capitals, and arriving in to the sunshine city of Brisbane after 13 days and 12 nights.

Great Southern Rail, Chief Executive Officer Tony Braxton-Smith said, “The Southern Spirit is not only a new Australian train journey with a fantastic array of destinations and experiences, it sets a completely new standard of deluxe rail travel in Australia”. “Each of the eight luxury rail cruises showcases some of Australia-s most prestigious tourism offerings. There is something to tempt everyone, from the adventurous and exciting to the laid-back and indulgent. The Southern Spirit is a perfect mix of the rich diversity of Australia’s landscape and some of the most exciting city highlights”, he added.

“We are delighted to bring this new luxury rail travel to the North America marketplace. Our travellers have come to expect that Goway will have the latest product offers, and the new Southern Spirit journeys are a fantastic way for Canadians to experience our majestic landscape” commented Product and Marketing Manager, Emma Cottis.

The Southern Spirit journeys will run from November 2008 to February 2009 with each offering an adventure of a lifetime combining luxury travel, iconic outback experiences and once in a lifetime events.

For more information call 800 387 8850 or visit Goway.com. and select “Rail Travel”.

Goway Introduces BOOKMARK GUIDE to New DOWNUNDER Brochure

Feb 28

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To help you find your way around Goway’s newly expanded DOWNUNDER (Australia, New Zealand, and the South Pacific) brochure, the company has created a special and unique bookmark. In fact, what it really is, is another table of contents but listing product by travel idea instead of destination.

Always distinguished by its distinctive up-side down DOWNUNDER trademark, the latest (2007/08) edition features over 350 different travel suggestions. It is North America’s most comprehensive catalogue for travel to the lands Downunder offering more variety than any other company.

The bookmark itself is designed to help travellers find different travel suggestions by the type of idea they would be interested in. Listings on the “Bookmark Guide By Travel Idea” include:

Exclusive Escorted Tours
Locally Escorted Tours
Adventure Experiences
Popular Air Itineraries
Rail Travel Ideas
Travel Passes
Car & Motorhomes
Long Stay Vacations
Eco and Small Vessel Cruises
Stays of Distinction
Island, Beach, Rainforest Resorts
Classic Independent Itineraries
Itineraries with Style
Independent Travelpak Modules

As well, the bookmark also lists “value added” and other special offers that are featured throughout the brochure.

“Our DOWNUNDER catalogue has always been an excellent reference source for travel to the South Pacific,” claimed Bruce Hodge, Founder and President of the 37 year old company. “Now, with our Bookmark Guide, travellers will be able to more easily find specific travel suggestions for their particular interests”.

To receive your copy of Goway’s DOWNUNDER contact your travel agent, call 1-800-387-8850 ext 123 or email info@goway.com.

Group Travel: Motorhome Convoys Popular Downunder

Sep 19

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Maui Motor Home Even before Marco Polo and friends headed out on camels across the Gobi Desert, the concept of travelling in convoy has found favour with wanderers. Travelling in motor home convoy has never been more popular reports the leading “Downunder” specialist, Goway Travel. Utilizing a fleet of purpose built motor homes in Australia and New Zealand, Goway Travel provides specially designed itineraries for convoy groups and for individual motor home hirers.

Among the many visitors to Australia and New Zealand opting to travel together in convoy are families and friends – some celebrating milestones such as wedding anniversaries and special birthdays – and special interest groups such as amateur photographers, golfers, garden enthusiasts and the like.

By travelling in convoy motor home customers can enjoy the companionship and savings that group travel affords while still having the flexibility, space and privacy of their own vehicle. Often convoy customers split off from the group at the start of the day to travel at their own pace and visit places they want to see. They then meet up with the other travellers in the convoy in the evening at the pre-designated holiday park and have a great time swapping stories about their experiences during the day.

Maui motor homes, recommended by Goway, come in a range of vehicle models and three sizes – two berth, four and six berth – and all feature comfortable beds, a fridge and cook top, kitchenware, cutlery, crockery, closets for clothes storage, ample cupboard space and heating. The two-berth Volkswagen and four and six berth motor homes also include toilets and showers, microwaves and CD players. Maui is the only motor home company Downunder to offer a 24-hour Customer Care on the Road service in order to maintain regular contact with customers while they are travelling.

All-inclusive convoy packages can be booked via Goway’s dedicated GroupsOnly Department at 1-800 838 0618 or by visiting their website at www.groupsonly.com.

Packages include full vehicle protection coverage, unlimited kilometres, free airport-branch transfers, complimentary travel wallet, maps and travel discounts.

The Goway GroupsOnly Department is staffed by a team of dedicated group specialists focusing strictly on group travel. They come from the ranks of the teaching profession, tour escorting, the retail travel trade and the airlines. Their creativity, attention to detail and enthusiasm is unparalleled.

For more information on motorhome convoys or other group travel, contact your travel agent, call 1 800 838 0618 or visit www.groupsonly.com.

Downunder Hosts the 2007 World Police and Fire Games

Aug 1

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Goway Travel has been appointed the official agent in North America for the World Police & Fire games in March 2007 in Adelaide, Australia.

Held every two years, the World Police & Fire Games are a spectacular international sporting event, offering law enforcement agencies, fire fighters, customs and correction officers from over 60 countries an opportunity to showcase their athletic talents.

As the official agent in North America, Goway has prepared packages for athletes and travelling companions to visit Australia during the Games.

“We are delighted to have been selected as the official agent for such a prestigious event for our national heroes” commented Bruce Hodge, President and founder of Goway Travel, “the Games are the third largest mass participation event in the World, showcasing 79 sports across a dynamic 10-day program.”

Starting from as little as $2939, the package includes Roundtrip economy class airfare from Vancouver (special add-on fares available from other cities), meet & greet at Adelaide airport, roundtrip airport to hotel transfers, 10 nights accommodation, airport/hotel porterage, plus a comprehensive Adelaide arrival pack for registered participants.

A group of 6 senior executives from Goway recently spent a week in Adelaide, ensuring the quality of selected accommodations and contracting for optional extension packages for the athletes. These include a chance to encounter the wildlife on a 2-night Kangaroo Island Getaway starting at $598 and a 4-night Outback Explorer tour from $2745.

Globetrotting Magazine

May 4

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Go Globetrotting If you enjoy travel, you are always on the lookout for unique destinations or travel ideas for your very next trip. Globetrotting Magazine is now available to you. If you subscribe online at www.goglobetrotting.com, there is no cost.

Globetrotting Magazine is not a glossy brochure. It is an informative, entertaining broadsheet magazine that offers in-depth articles on travel. Written by destinations travel experts, not marketing executives, the articles provide an insight into travel to far-flung destinations and offer advice on when and where to travel. The 24-page Globetrotting Magazine is published twice a year and focuses on the exotic destinations of Australia, New Zealand, the South Pacific Islands, Asia and Africa.

The Spring/Summer 2006 edition of Globetrotting Magazine features:

The New Globetrotters
Unusual World Travel Ideas
Outback Cattle Drive
Police & Fire Games in Australia
Snowbird long-stays Downunder
Unique New Zealand
Tasmania Gourmet Touring
Rail Touring in Australia
Aboriginal Experiences in Australia
Internet vs Travel Agent
Fiji’s Hidden Paradise
Island Hopping the South Pacific with Air New Zealand
Shopping in Asia
Discover Hong Kong, Macau – Europe in Asia
Intriguing Japan
Budget Safaris in Africa
African Adventure Train
Top world airlines Emirates
Mauritius the dream island
Sabi-Sabi African Game Lodge

For a free subscription please contact your travel agent, www.goglobetrotting.com or call Goway Travel at 1-800-387-8850.

Goway Releases Adventure Travel Back-To-Front Travel Brochure

Feb 20

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Goway Travel, the leading North American Travel Specialist, offers a wide variety of travel options for young and adventurous travellers. “Downunder” is the perfect destination to experience soft adventure, get off the beaten track and encounter indigenous wildlife and learn about ancient cultures.

Recently released is a 48-page brochure containing Connections Adventures and Sahara Tours, which complements Goway’s “Downunder” brochure. The unique “back-to-front” brochure features Connections Adventures on the front, and on the back (which is also the front) Sahara Outback Tours. It showcases small group adventure safaris and travel options for intrepid travellers aged 18-35.

Featured tours include:

• 5-Day 4WD Red Centre Outback Experience, a camping safari for those who want to experience the colours and nature of the real Aussie outback from Alice Springs. From $785 CAD per person, twin share.
• 4-Day Kakadu, Katherine and Litchfield Camping Safari, visiting the world heritage sites and National Parks of Northern Australia. From $755 CAD per person, twin share.
• Connections 18-35 tours, with adventures for young people throughout Australia and New Zealand, packed with activities. Samples include a 26-Day Grand Aussie Tour, starting at $2925 per person, twin share.

Goway also offers a “G’DAY” (Go Downunder for A Year) working holiday scheme for Canadians to spend up to 2 years on a working holiday Downunder, which can be purchased in conjunction with a Connections/Sahara Tour (conditions apply).

Goway Celebrates with $35 Vouchers

Sep 6

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This year is Goway’s 35th Anniversary and the company is celebrating by giving away $35 vouchers with all GowayAir bookings made in a 35 day period. All tickets issued before October 7, 2005 will receive a $35 voucher which can be redeemed with the agent’s next Land booking made from any one of the six main brochures distributed by the company.

These are the very-recognizable upside-down DOWNUNDER brochure, the AFRICAExperts brochure, the ASIA and INDIA Travelplanners, as well as their ISLANDSEscapes Fiji and Tahiti brochures. These brochures represent hundreds of travel ideas, so redemption of vouchers should be quickly achieved but, if not, the agent has 6 months to use them.

GowayAir promote themselves as the “complex air-itinerary experts”, offering net fares to Australia and the South Pacific, Orient-Asia, Africa and Europe. Less complicated fares can be booked online at www.gowayair.com. The $35 voucher offer applies to both bookings made with Goway’s complex-air-experts or online.

Goway commenced business in 1970 in a humble downtown location in Toronto. Today, the company is one of North America’s most successful long-haul travel organizations with offices in Toronto, Vancouver, Los Angeles and Sydney.

Bruce Hodge, the founder of Goway, is still the president of this unique company.

Goway’s Regal Treatment at Select “Stays of Distinction” Properties

Jun 14

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Goway Travel offers a signature range of products throughout Australia, New Zealand, the South Pacific Islands, Asia and Africa. “Stays of Distinction” are an exclusive group of experiences throughout these exotic destinations. The properties are personally selected for a wide range of qualities, including spectacular location, an historical landmark, exceptional service, architectural magnificence plus many other considerations.

“We have taken the selected properties and have included them in a package which offers not only the accommodation but also sightseeing on an individual and private basis” commented Bruce Hodge, owner and founder of Goway Travel. “We also recognize a need for total customization for these experiences, and offer personalized independent holidays at no additional cost.”

New for 2005 in Australia, is the highly anticipated Wrotham Park. Wrotham Park complements a first-time, or return visit to the “Land Downunder”, with it’sspectacular setting and experiences. It is located in the heart of the Outback, and balances lavish accommodations with the stunning scenery. Guests are able to immerse themselves in the rugged beauty of vast landscapes and engage in activities that showcase legendary outback life and the experiences of outback stockman.

In Asia, properties selected include Raffles Hotel in Singapore, a National Monument and birthplace of the “Singapore Sling”. Goway’s recommended travel experience at Raffles includes private airport transfers, two nights accommodation, half day private sightseeing tour.

In Africa, the romance of travelling on Safari is combined with an opulent lodge furnished with graceful antiques, grand chandeliers and treasures collected from travels through Africa. Ngorongoro Lodge was selected not only for it’s discrete yet personalized service, but also for the experiences available, including game drives into the Serengeti and Ngorongoro Conservation Area and the opportunity to visit a Maasai cultural village and much more.

Discover Downunder – The Ultimate Self Drive Destination

Feb 7

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Globetrotting experts Goway Travel are encouraging travellers to hop in a vehicle and explore the real “Downunder” in depth; meet local Aussies, enjoy a drink at the local RSL (the Aussie equivalent of the Royal Canadian Legion clubs), and see unique wildlife and awe-inspiring scenery! Plus select New Zealand vacations include free onward flights to Australia.

And because all clients receive Goway’s Co-Pilot Kit of goodies (maps, directions, discounts), and a pre-planned itinerary, all of the work and research is done before the flight even lands in the South Pacific.

“A self-drive vacation is the perfect opportunity to really get to know the destination and of course the friendly Aussie and Kiwis”, commented Bruce Hodge, founder and owner of Goway Travel. “We plan tours for all styles of travellers, from motel accommodation to a farm stay or bed & breakfast, and because everything is booked in advance, visitors can relax and enjoy the scenery and attractions on route.”

Of course, if you want to unpack only once during your vacation and enjoy a different view every morning, Goway also offers motor home rentals which are great for families as well.

In Australia, explore the Pacific Coast between two of the country’s icons from Sydney, home to the Opera House, to Cairns, gateway to the Great Barrier Reef. This 16-day self-drive tour is available from $3699 per person, twin share, which is less than $231 per day for airfare, car rental and accommodation!

New Zealand self-drive options range from 4 to 18 days, taking in the countless variety of attractions; experience Maori culture, visit geysers and glaciers, volcanoes and rainforest. Currently Goway offers free flights to Australia when travelers book the 10-day self-drive vacation starting from $1765 per person before 31 March 2005.

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