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The Romance of Rail Travel by Goway

Jul 12

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Goway Travel encourages travellers to experience the romance of rail travel through legendary and unique journeys in several exotic destinations. The selection of journeys include the longest rail journey in the world, a journey aboard an Orient-Express train, and one of the world renowned trains which journeys through Southern Africa.

“Goway offers a wide range of travel experiences throughout the South Pacific, Asia and Africa” commented Bruce Hodge, “but rail travel is truly exceptional. You experience landscapes, fine dining and unique accommodations that most people miss by flying between destinations”.

Many of the rail journeys are in some of Goway’s most popular travel itineraries.

In Australia, Goway’s “Holiday of a Lifetime”, the Waltzing Matilda, includes travel from Adelaide to Alice Springs aboard the legendary Ghan. The ultimate journey through the heart of the continent is also available connecting right through to Darwin, and travellers enjoy two nights and marvel at the spectacular Australian landscapes; from the rusty reds of the Red Centre, to the tropical splendor of Darwin.

In Asia experience an unforgettable rail journey in the sumptuous comfort of the Eastern & Oriental Express. A journey of 1900 km through Thailand, Malaysia and Singapore, it connects some of the world’s most remarkable cities and encompasses all the mystery, excitement and sheer beauty of the East. A subtle balance of Eastern culture and Western comfort, combined with the adventure of a journey through the heart of Asia provides a unique travel experience.

In Southern Africa step aboard Rovos Rail’s “The Pride of Africa” the most luxurious train in the world. Recapture the romance and atmosphere of a by-gone era, when privileged travellers experienced the magic and mystery of Africa in a relaxed and elegant fashion. In a series of journeys lasting from 24 hours to two weeks, the Pride of Africa links some of Africa’s greatest destinations from Cape Town at the tip of Africa to Dar-Es-Salaam in Tanzania.

Goway’s Downunder Travel Planner

May 11

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Goway today announced the launch of their 2005/2006 brochure, Canada’s most comprehensive travel guide to travel throughout Australia, New Zealand and the Islands of the South Pacific.

With 35 years experience arranging travel, Goway also celebrates the 10th anniversary of their Snowbirds program, a revolutionary Goway travel experience for North Americans to spend the winter “Downunder”. Starting from as little as $3539 for a 1-month stay in a choice of exotic locations, the Snowbirds program features discounts for stores and restaurants, memberships in clubs and a grocery starter kit.

Also introduced within their signature range of “Holidays of a Lifetime” escorted tours is an exploration of Australia’s rugged North-West from Perth to Darwin. This 20-day tour was originally developed as a “Return to Oz” holiday for return visitors Down Under, but is garnering interest from travellers who want to explore and enjoy the wine, wilderness and wildlife of this vast continent. Priced from $9699, the journey includes a guide from North America, travel insurance, first class accommodations and virtually all meals and comprehensive touring.

Goway has also refined and expanded their “Classic Tours”, a series of suggested itineraries that are priced at four levels of accommodation to allow the flexibility for travellers to choose their date of departure and budget. Sample tours include the 15-Day Classic Sydney Rock and Reef, starting at $1492; and because they are priced for land only, they allow travellers to take advantage of the latest airline specials or use frequent flyer miles for part or all of the air travel arrangements.

For the truly independent traveller, Goway’s 2005-06 DOWNUNDER brochure offers literally hundreds of travel ideas within the 108-page planner. From expedition cruising along Australia’s Great Barrier Reef to exploring New Zealand’s National Parks, and cultural tours to exploring the wine regions, the brochure has ideas to inspire traveliers of all styles.

Getaway to Downunder

Mar 2

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Goway Travel, the globetrotting specialist to the “Lands Downunder” have announced the addition of several comprehensive programs to Australia and New Zealand. Goway’s signature “Getaway” range of tours are a collection of their most popular air-land inclusive itineraries.

Although a few classic Getaways are featured in Goway’s award-winning 108 page DOWNUNDER brochure, more than 50 other Getaways, including those to Africa, Asia and the South Pacific, can be found on their website, goway.com.

“Our Getaways are very competitively priced, pre-packaged tours that include airfare, accommodation and sightseeing”, commented Bruce Hodge, founder and owner of Goway Travel. “Some are flexible in that the itineraries can be modified with the help of our staff in order to accommodate the needs of our clients. Other Getaways are so special that they must be purchased as presented in order to take advantage of the exceptional prices”.

From a 16-day Classic Australia package visiting Sydney, Canberra, Melbourne, Ayers Rock, Alice Springs and Cairns, priced from $4549 per person, to self-drive packages such as the 16-day Lord of the Rings tour from $3469 per person, Goway offers a wide range of travel.

Goway’s DOWNUNDER Keeps “Raising the Bar”

May 25

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With over 90 maps, over 400 photographs and illustrations and over 300 travel ideas, Goway’s latest 2004/5 DOWNUNDER travel catalogue continues its tradition to be North America’s most progressive and comprehensive brochure for travel to Australia, New Zealand and the beautiful South Pacific. It has a unique name (a distinctive up-side-down DOWNUNDER logo) and with US $ and CA $ editions, the company claims it is the most widely distributed brochure of its type in North America.

Recently Goway’s DOWNUNDER catalogue also became the “brochure of the year”, beating all other similar American and Canadian brochures. The awards, made in Sydney, have the purpose of encouraging excellence in the promotion of the South Pacific’s Tourism Assets.

Whatever your interest is, invariably the DOWNUNDER catalogue has a travel idea for you. If you are a backpacker or beachcomber, V.I.P. or honeymooner, or are interested in self drive, coach touring, rail travel or adventure experiences, Goway’s DOWNUNDER offers something for you. Special mention should also be made about the company’s fully escorted tours “promising something special” and their exclusive long stay winter escape vacations for snowbirds.

“Small and special“ is a new classification for hotels to be included in independent itineraries. They are “specially selected for their individual character and uniqueness; all offer a very personalized service and vary from economy to luxurious“.

Also new this year are the Brisbane/Cairns Tilt Train, the Ghan rail extension from Alice Springs to Darwin; the travelling hotel OZback Rail journey for 6-17 days; more active and adventurous experiences plus more self drive suggestions in both Australia and New Zealand. Of course, Goway’s best sellers and old favourites such as their small vessel eco-cruises are prominently featured in their brochure.

EARLY BIRD SNOWBIRDS SAVINGS FOR DOWNUNDER

Nov 6

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Goway Travel, who pioneered the idea for Snowbirds to escape winter in Australia and New Zealand, is offering an early bird booking discount. Travellers booking before July 31 st , 2003 will enjoy free insurance for one month, a $100.00 per person saving on their long stay vacation. They will also be eligible to win a refund of their trip cost in a draw to be held on October 31 st , 2003. Exclusive comprehensive insurance at the very low rate of $100 per person per month with no age limit and pre-existing conditions waived is, however, mandatory.

Goway operates three (3) exclusive departures on January 17, January 31 and February 14 for one, two or three month stays. Snowbirds can fly to Australia’s Gold Coast or Sunshine Coast and New Zealand’s Bay of Plenty or they can combine the destinations. The inclusive packages range in price from $3,059 per person (quad share) or $3,659 (twin) for a one month stay to $4,159 (quad) and $5,839 (twin) for a three month stay on the Sunshine Coast of Queensland Australia.

These prices are from the west coast and include return airfare with Qantas Airways, a fully self-contained apartment, grocery starter kit, welcome and farewell parties, an orientation tour and the services of Goway’s local representatives plus many more goodies such as flight bag, neck pillow, diary, cleaning and linen service, discount book and phone card (free call home). Goway Snowbirds will also receive free membership in several local clubs and recreational centres, which offer amazingly low priced dining, entertainment and other facilities. In addition to the company’s local representative Goway clients have a toll free line to Goway’s Sydney office for additional service and comfort. We should also mention again the company’s exclusive insurance.

Having operated the program for over 10 years Goway’s Snowbird destinations, properties and program are tried and tested for the Canadian Snowbird. Since it will be summertime downunder travellers are guaranteed warm weather. The local area atmosphere is safe, friendly and very relaxed. Essentials such as food (and fabulous wines) are very reasonably priced, even before considering we get change for our Canadian dollar in Australia and New Zealand.

For more information on Goway’s Snowbird program, including facilities, the destinations and the apartments request a copy of their upside down DOWNUNDER catalogue. Contact your travel agent or call 1-800-387-8850

NEW WINTER SUN FROM AFRICAEXPERTS

Sep 24

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AFRICAExperts by Goway has launched its 2003/2004 Winter Sun program. Offered from November 2003 through to April 2004 to Malta, Tunisia and Morocco packages are air inclusive, and include transfers, accommodations, breakfast and dinner daily. Clients can choose from one, two or three week durations and can extend their stay up to 6 weeks. Local on site representatives of AFRICAExperts will also be available to assist with arrangements for excursions and sightseeing tours.

“We’re back again, this time with even better properties in Malta and Morocco, and with more aggressive pricing”, says Firdosh Bulsara, General Manager of the exclusive AFRICAExperts Division at Goway.

In Malta, AFRICAExperts offer a choice of 4 hotels. While the popular Plaza Regency and the Preluna remain the same as last year with prices starting at $1,649, new for this winter are the Corinthia Mistra Village and the Corinthia Marina. Both properties offer excellent value for Canadians seeking four-star luxury starting from $1,689. Flights to Malta operate with Air Canada and Air Malta via London.

In Morocco, hotels have been upgraded to include the Adrar, the Amadil Beach and the newest property on the coast the 5-star Millenium. Price leader for Morocco this year is the 3-star Sud Bahia starting at $1,609 inclusive of flights from Toronto via Montreal with Air Canada and Royal Air Maroc.

In Tunisia, AFRICAExperts has brought back the same properties by popular demand. The 4-star Nahrawess in Hammamet still remains the Canadian favourite and is priced from $1,549. The Marcopolo on Hammamet Yasmine beach is offered from $1,539 and the Sol Club Kantaoui in the famous tourist resort of Port-el-Kantaoui is offered from $1,569. Price leader this year is the charming Chams El Hana located in Sousse starting at $1,519.

“Our new relationship with Corinthia Hotels in Malta has enhanced the program to a great extent especially with our exclusive arrangements at the Corinthia Marina. Whether its Malta, Morocco or Tunisia as a holiday, I would urge travel agents to confidently go ahead and sell because these destinations truly broaden their client’s horizons” says Bulsara.

For brochures contact your travel agent or call 1-800-245-0920 or email info@africaexperts.com.. The AFRICAExperts extensive website www.africaexperts.com features even more products as well as lots of useful information.

NEW TRAVEL PLANNER FROM AFRICAEXPERTS

Sep 11

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The most comprehensive range of travel ideas for Africa are available in Canada through AFRICAExperts by Goway. As an exclusive division of 33 year old Goway, AFRICAExperts claim to be just that …. experts! Their products range from up-market private game lodges and Stays of Distinction to adventure experiences specifically designed for the young and value conscious traveller.

The company also operates Winter Sun escape packages for 1-6 weeks to the North African Mediterranean Sea destinations of Morocco, Tunisia and Malta.

In total, AFRICAExperts offers independent and escorted safaris and tour packages to the 10 leading tourist destinations – South Africa, Namibia, Botswana, Zimbabwe, Zambia, Kenya, Tanzania, Egypt, Tunisia and Morocco, as well as the Indian Ocean islands of Zanzibar, Mauritius and Seychelles.

Sample offers are a two week air-ir-landpackage to Morocco from Canada starting at $1,899 with meals; 13 days Best of East Africa from $3,519 inclusive of meals and top class safari lodges (international airfare is extra); 14 days Cape Town to Johannesburg from $2,847 inclusive of many meals (airfare is extra); Mountain Gorilla Expedition for 5 days from $1,615 (airfare extra); or an Overland Adventure Expedition for 59 days between Nairobi and Cape Town from $3,695 (permits and airfares extra).

AFRICAExperts by Goway also operates their own fully escorted tours from Canada to Africa. Magic of Africa is an 18 days experience visiting South Africa and Victoria Falls priced from $8,869. Treasures of Africa visits Kenya and Egypt for 18 days priced from $7,199. These particular tours are branded Holidays of a Lifetime and carry Goway’s promise of something special. They are virtually all-inclusive, including comprehensive insurance, tipping and luggage service.

Full details on all of the above are featured in the AFRICAExperts Travel Planner, a supplementary Winter Sun Flyer or the separate African Adventures catalogue. More travel ideas and useful information on Africa can also be found at www.africaexperts.com. Call your travel agent or 1-800-245-0920

GOWAY’S DOWNUNDER SNOWBIRD PROGRAM PERFECTED

Aug 26

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Goway is again promoting the merits of its Snowbird packages to the lands Downunder. Highlighting favourable exchange rates and the value of their program, Goway’s destinations in Australia and New Zealand are safe, friendly and relaxed. With the reversal of seasons, wintertime here guarantees it is summer Downunder.

Goway’s destinations are the Gold and Sunshine Coasts in Australia and the Bay of Plenty region in the North Island of New Zealand. Snowbirds can fly away for one, two or three months to any one or a combination of these destinations.

Although the company offers condominium stays at any time of the year, they strongly recommend their inclusive long-stay package, which has three exclusive departures: January 17, January 31 and February 14.

Prices for this program range from $3,059 to $4,159 per person quad share for one to three months on the Sunshine Coast. Rates for the Gold Coast, New Zealand or combination packages are available on request or see Goway’s DOWNUNDER brochure. Inclusions are airfare from the West Coast with Qantas, airport transfers, an orientation tour, welcome and farewell parties, a fully self-contained apartment with cleaning and linen service, grocery starter kit, discount coupons, free membership in certain sports clubs, a diary, flight bag, neck pillow and other goodies. Goway also provides the services of an on-site local representative and a toll-free contact for Goway’s Sydney office.

An additional exclusive feature of Goway’s Snowbirds packages is their fully comprehensive insurance, which is offered for only $100 per person, per month, has no age limit and waives pre-existing conditions.

Goway pioneered the idea of Snowbird vacations in Australia and they have perfected the concept. The program is not FLY and FLOP, it is under the supervision of its own staff and its Sydney office. This can make and has made the difference in the case of emergency.

Full details of Goway’s Snowbird program and their long-stay destinations can be found in their up-side-down DOWNUNDER catalogue and on their very extensive website www.goway.com. For more information contact your travel agent or call 1-800-387-8850

WHATS NEW AND DIFFERENT IN GOWAY’s DOWNUNDER

May 30

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North America’s most comprehensive travel planner for Australia, New Zealand and the South Pacific, Goway Travel’s DOWNUNDER catalogue, has just been released for 2003/2004. This year’s edition features an additional 20 pages of ideas. New and different are:

1. Kiwi and Aussie Odysseys: These are unique small group touring experiences for 12 days in either Australia or New Zealand or a combination thereof. Travellers visit the classic sights, but also enjoy experiences not normally included in regular itineraries, under the personalized attention of a local Goway guide. Accommodation is all first class and sometimes unique.

2. Stays of Distinction: These are 15 ideas to treat oneself. They are exclusive accommodations selected by Goway for their uniqueness, hospitality and quality of service. Most are situated in a stunning location. Some are the finest accommodations you will ever find.

3. V.I.P. Treatment: This is a special service provided by Goway’s Sydney office that entails personalized itineraries, value-added extras, gift on arrival and a personal phone contact when travelling around Australia and New Zealand.

4. Self Drive Itineraries: Several new pre-planned self drive itineraries for both Australia and New Zealand entice travellers to explore these countries on a more independent basis. Some of the Australian self drive ideas feature wine, wilderness and beach experiences.

5. Small and Special Accommodations: All Goway’s independent city packages in Australia and New Zealand offer travellers a choice of economy, moderate, first or deluxe accommodation. New for this year is the option of staying in Goway’s “S & S” classification. They are accommodations specially selected for their individual character and uniqueness, all offering a very personalized service.

Also presented in this year’s edition are the company’s six (6) most popular air itineraries. Goway’s Waltzing Matilda HOLIDAY OF A LIFETIME fully escorted tour is now presented on four (4) pages. Classic independent itineraries for New Zealand, Australia, the South Pacific and Circle Pacific are also presented on their own page.

Popular travel ideas that are always included in every edition of DOWNUNDER are Snowbird Long Stay Getaways, South Pacific Island Stopovers, small vessel eco-cruises, sailing experiences, motor coach touring, adventures for 18-35’s, bus, hotel, touring and train passes, car or motor home rentals, guided walks, eco-lodges, Great Barrier Reef Islands resorts, rail journeys, camping safaris and Circle Pacific stopover ideas.

To get your copy of the ultimate planner for travel to the fabulous lands Downunder call your travel agent. Alternatively you can call Goway toll free at 1-800-387-8850

Goway’s NEW 2003 ASIA BROCHURE

Mar 28

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During these unsettling global events international longhaul specialist, Goway Travel is offering the “TOTAL” Travel Protection Plan to passengers booked on all of its travel programs to Downunder, Orient/Asia or Africa.

When passengers purchase their travel protection plan through Goway Travel within seven (7) days of their initial deposit they also receive the Goway Pre-Departure Cancellation Waiver Benefit that allows them to cancel their Goway travel arrangements 72 hours or more before their scheduled departure for ANY REASON NOT COVERED by the travel protection plan provisions. When a cancellation that is not covered by the travel protection plan provisions occurs during a penalty period, the cancellation penalty will be returned in Goway Travel Certificates, with the balance of the refund made either in cash or credit card credit. It is to be noted that the Goway Pre-Departure Cancellation Waiver does not cover penalties associated with air or other travel arrangements not provided by Goway Travel.

“We are committed to providing the best-valued, quality holidays available and will always look after the best interests of our clients”, stated Bruce Hodge, President of the 33 year old specialist company. “Our objective is simple” continued Hodge “when clients travel with us, we want them to be more than satisfied with our services so that they will recommend us to their friends and that they will book another Goway idea the next time they travel.

For full details on Goway’s “TOTAL” Travel Protection Plan call 1-800-387-8850 for information

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