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Goway Introduces New Expanded Asia Brochure

Jan 17

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ASia coverDue to the ever increasing demand for Asia, Goway has considerably expanded its 2007 brochure to include more destinations and products. 18 different countries are on offer with a variety of styles of travel including escorted tours, independent travel ideas, cruises, rail journeys and special interest suggestions such as golfing and beach vacations.

“We have determined that the type of traveller currently requesting arrangements to Asia is looking for a variety of requirements and it is necessary to cater to this need by offering a full range of travel ideas”, states Robert Glazier, Goway’s Product and Marketing Manager for Asia.

The 2007 brochure includes two “Holidays of a Lifetime”, Goway’s signature escorted tour programs –the “Grand Orient Spectacular” which can be taken as 2 weeks in China only or a combination of China, Hong Kong, Thailand and Cambodia for 3 weeks.
The third is the 23 day “Splendours of India” which offers 10 ‘must see’ cities in India.

Also included are some different and unusual itineraries. In China, there is “China Revisited” featuring Luoyang, Shaolin Temple for Martial Arts, Kunming and Lijiang and “Journey to the Roof of the World” featuring the new train travelling to Lhasa, Tibet. In India, the “Forts and Palaces Adventure incorporates stays at Palaces converted to deluxe hotels.

Besides the usual, very popular destinations such as China, Japan, Hong Kong and Singapore, also on offer are less well travelled destinations such as Vietnam, Myanmar, Philippines, Taiwan, Bhutan and Dubai.

IslandsEscapes By Goway Showcases The World’s Most Idyllic Islands

Jan 17

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Idyllic Islands coverIslandsEscapes by Goway has introduced their 60-page Travel Planner to the “World’s Most Idyllic Islands” – a new and unique brochure for travel agents in North America. “We’ve focused on some of the world’s most exotic islands,” commented founder and President, Bruce Hodge, “not only recognised for their natural beauty, the islands are also home to indigenous cultural experiences, offering a rich vacation for North American travellers. IslandsEscapes by Goway has now added Mauritius, Seychelles, Maldives and Thailand to it’s comprehensive range of product in Tahiti, Fiji, the Cook Islands, Tonga, Samoa and Bali.”

Inviting travellers to escape to the Island paradise of their dreams, new travel experiences introduced for 2007 include:
The 9-day “Honeymoon in Paradise” from $4019. This romantic getaway includes round-trip airfare from Los Angeles aboard national carrier Air Tahiti Nui, 1 night on the mainland at Papeete, 5 nights on romantic Bora Bora and 2 nights on the exclusive private island resort at Taha’a. Three levels of accommodation are available to enable honeymooners to choose the resort that best suits their travel style.

IslandsEscapes’ 14-day “Cook Islands and Fiji Escape” starts at $2929 and includes airfare from Vancouver, accommodation in two island groups and offers a great “island hopping” experience. The Cook Islands are truly the jewel of the South Pacific; they are home to some of the most diverse scenery, clear turquoise waters and white sandy shores. Crossing the dateline to Fiji, visitors enjoy a week of relaxation at one of the world-class island resorts. Fiji is renowned for warm and spontaneous hospitality, and visitors can choose to relax, be amazed by cultural traditions such as firewalking, or enjoy one of many island activities.

For travellers seeking an island paradise, the 15-day “Magic of Bali Escape” includes airfare from Vancouver plus 12 nights accommodation and a choice of 5 tours including cultural village tours and sunset excursions. Starting at $1559, visitors can explore Bali’s landscape, ranging from volcanic mountains, lakes and rivers, and terraced rice fields.

To explore Thailand, IslandsEscapes’ 13 Day “Phuket Escape” is an inclusive vacation from Vancouver starting from $2309 and includes airfare, transfers, 3-nights in Bangkok, half-day sightseeing tour of Bangkok, 7 nights in Phuket and breakfast daily. Contrasting the bustle of Bangkok with the serene beaches of Phuket, this tour combines all of the elements of a great vacation.

For more information on tours to the “World’s Most Idyllic Islands”, visit www.islandsescapes.com. To obtain your copy of the 2007 brochure, call 1-800-387-8850 ext 123, or email brochures@goway.com

Goway Announces Lowest Fares to Asia and Beyond

Jan 2

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Goway today announced that they now offer the best fares to Asia in conjunction with Air Canada to cities including Hong Kong, Beijing, Shanghai, Tokyo and Osaka. Goway Air is a leading consolidator to worldwide destinations and is renowned for the team of itinerary experts, able to construct multi-destination complex fares resulting in the most competitive fares in the market.

In conjunction with this announcement, Goway Air also offers a $35 booking bonus voucher when agents book Air Canada to Asia. To redeem the personal booking bonus, agents simply make a land reservation to Asia (minimum purchase $500) and Goway will reward them with a cheque!

To book Air Canada’s lowest fares to Asia, agents should call 866 515 2874, or email fares@gowayagent.com. For point to point fares, agents can access Gowayís Agents-only site at www.gowayagent.com for instant fares, availability and bookings.

Senior Airline Industry Veteran Joins Goway

Jan 1

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Jim MorrisonGoway Travel is pleased to announce the appointment of airline veteran Jim Morrison to the position of Vice-President Air. Jim previously served as Manager, Leisure Sales, with Air Canada and has held senior positions within the aviation industry over his 30-year extensive career.”Jim is a great asset to Goway and we are delighted to have him on board,” commented President and founder, Bruce Hodge. “Jim has a proven track record in the airline industry and will be the driving force behind this area of our company”.

In the role of Vice-President Air, Jim is responsible for the overall contracting and negotiations for Goway’s worldwide air product, aviation industry liaison and product development.

“Entering into the wholesale/consolidator side of the industry is an exciting opportunity,” remarked Jim, “after many years from the airline perspective, I am looking forward to the challenges of managing worldwide air product for such a respected company. Having worked with Bruce and the Goway team for many years, I am delighted to be joining such a dynamic organization.”

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