Archive for August, 2009

Goway AFRICAExperts brings Africa to Toronto

Aug 28

Posted by CanTrade Admin in Africa, Contest, Seminars/Expos | 2 Comments

Over 30 African travel industry representatives will be travelling to Toronto early October to join Goway’s “JAMBO AFRICA” event. Represented countries include South Africa, Botswana, Zimbabwe, Zambia, Namibia, Rwanda, Uganda, Kenya, Tanzania, Morocco and Egypt.

“What is unique about this event is the diversity of the products represented’, said Moira Smith, General Manager of AFRICAExperts, “From luxury lodges to luxury rail, from Gorilla Trekking to climbing Mount Kilimanjaro, if you’re interested in visiting Africa, we have an expert to assist.”

Goway will host the following special Africa events:

South Africa and Surrounds
Thursday 01 October, 2009
InterContinental Toronto Centre,
225 Front Street West,
Toronto, ON M5V 2X3
6pm – 9pm
Enjoy an informative presentation on Southern Africa, meet the experts and be eligible to win a superb South Africa trip valued at $10, 000.

Goway Africa Day
Saturday 03 October, 2009
Toronto Science Centre,
770 Don Mills Road,
North York, ON M3C 1T3
10:00am – 5pm
Attend lectures on Kenya, Tanzania, Madagascar, Morocco, Namibia, South Africa, Train travel in Africa, Gorilla Trekking and more. There is an opportunity to participate in a fun interactive drumming experience and to meet the experts from over 10 African countries. Parking is included and attendees will receive a 20% discount on entrance to the Science Centre. Attend and be eligible to win prizes to Southern Africa, East Africa and Egypt.

Travel Agents are invited to bring along any clients interested in visiting the represented countries to both events. Registration is FREE with advance registration at www.goway.com/venues or by calling 800 245 0920.

Free Airfare To Antarctica

Aug 27

Posted by CanTrade Admin in Adventure Inc, Special Offer/Incentive | 2 Comments

ADVENTURESIncorporated, the exclusive adventure division of 39 year old Goway Travel, announces FREE AIRFARE TO ANTARCTICA!

“Tough economic times determine new and exciting ways to entice people to travel. Free airfare to one of the most remote points on the globe, we think, is such a great offer.” states Don Forster, Product Manager for ADVENTURESIncorporated Goway’s exclusive adventure division.

“Antarctica is the last undiscovered continent and the popularity of this region has proven very successful for us. More and more people are heading down south to add this stunningly beautiful continent to their list of places visited. Offering some of the most pristine natural sites in the world plus the chance to be adventurous by camping on the ice, kayaking by huge rookeries of Penguins or simply enjoying the 4 daily landings an 18 hours of daylight, now is the time to travel to Antarctica with these amazing savings” continues Forster.

ADVENTURESIncorporated is offering free economy air transportation from virtually every North American international gateway to anyone who purchases a berth on one of the voyages listed below.

December 19, 2009 – Explorers’ Route via the Falklands (Malvinas) and South Georgia aboard Lyubov Orlova.
December 28, 2009 – Explorers’ Route via the Falklands (Malvinas) and South Georgia aboard Clipper Adventurer.
January 6, 2010 – Classic Antarctica aboard Lyubov Orlova.
January 24, 2010 – Classic Antarctica aboard Clipper Adventurer.
February 11, 2010 – Classic Antarctica aboard Clipper Adventurer.
February 20, 2010 – Classic Antarctica aboard Lyubov Orlova.

For more information, call 1-800-469 2946, email info@adventuresincorporated.com or visit ADVENTURESIncorporated.com.

Goway Rewards Agents for Cook Islands Bookings

Aug 21

Posted by CanTrade Admin in Agents, IslandsEscapes, Special Offer/Incentive | No Comments

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IslandsEscapes by Goway has today announced a new cash reward for booking Cook Islands vacations this fall.

Goway will reward all Travel Agents that make a Cook Islands Booking with $50 per couple ($25 per person) loaded to their Goway Incentive Card. All air/land inclusive vacations to the Cook Islands within the 100-day period (deposit must be received between 17th August – 24th November 09) are eligible. Min 5 nights accommodation in the Cooks must be booked combined with Air New Zealand flights.

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

For more information on these and many other great value Travel ideas, visit www.islandsescapes.com or call 1-800-667-6601. For more information on the Goway Incentive Card, and other cash rewards, visit www.gowayagent.com.

Great Savings on an Exotic Cook Islands Vacation

Aug 21

Posted by CanTrade Admin in IslandsEscapes, Packages, Special Offer/Incentive | No Comments

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 Appoints Dale Scott to Business Development Manager

Aug 18

Posted by CanTrade Admin in New Hire | No Comments

Goway Travel has announced the appointment of travel industry expert Dale Scott to the position of Business Development Manager for British Columbia.

“Dale brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to Goway,” commented VP Wholesale, Cathy Mulrine. “Dale has a proven track record in the airline industry, business development and marketing, and will be the driving force for us in British Columbia.”

Dale joins Goway with over 20 years of travel experience including Qantas, British Airways and Carlson Marketing. Dale can be reached by email dale@goway.com or phone 604 264 8088 extension 6305.

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AFRICAExperts Offers Cape Town for Free

Aug 3

Posted by CanTrade Admin in Africa, Product Updates | No Comments

Goway’s AFRICAExperts is offering more reasons to travel on a safari this year, offering free nights on some of their spectacular Africa products.

Goway’s current promotion offers free accommodation at a selection of private lodges. ”No matter your budget or interests, we have a special offer to suit”, commented Moira Smith, General Manager of AFRICAExperts by Goway. “We have negotiated some fantastic savings at some of the best lodges in Southern Africa, and at select private lodges, you can also enjoy a Cape Town stopover for free”.

AFRICAExperts $uper$pecial offers include:

Stay 4 nights at Singita Lebombo or Sweni (Kruger National Park) and pay for only three nights. This represents a savings of up to $1324CAD

Stay 3 nights at Pumba Private Game Reserve in the Eastern Cape and only pay for two nights. A savings of up to $600CAD

Stay 2 nights at Shamwari Lobengula or Eagles Crag (Eastern Cape) and get two free nights at Cape Town One&Only, a savings of up to $950CAD

Stay 2 nights at any Shamwari Game Lodge in the Eastern Cape or Jock Safari Lodge in the Kruger National Park, and receive 3 nights free at any of the exclusive Boutique Last Word properties in Cape Town or Franschhoek. Save up to $622CAD

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