For a limited time, Goway will include two free nights accommodation in Auckland, New Zealand, when combined with an Air New Zealand airfare booked 14-18June 2010 for travel 01August-21September. Airfares from Los Angeles to Sydney, Melbourne or Brisbane start from just US$728 (including fuel surcharge, excludes taxes of US$170) and include 2 nights accommodation at the centrally located Copthorne Hotel in Auckland.

For those with more time to explore New Zealand before continuing to Australia, Goway offers a number of great travel ideas including:

North Island 9-day self-drive from CA$759 exploring the beaches of the Coromandel coast, the thermal activity of the Rotorua region and the wineries of the Napier region. Includes accommodation, car rental, and Goway’s exclusive self-drive kit.

For those who want to sit back and let someone else do the driving, Goway’s extensive range of escorted vacations includes a 16-Day New Zealand Adventure priced from CA$3325 that includes accommodation, daily breakfast, cultural touring experiences. This escorted tour explores the best of the North and South Islands and is the ultimate New Zealand journey!

For more information on Goway’s offers and product range, visit Goway.com or request a copy of the 132-page DOWNUNDER travel planner at Goway.com/brochure or call 1-888-469-2944

*Airfare prices listed include fuel surcharge. Excludes Government fees and taxes of up to $170 USD, depending on routing, which includes the Passenger Facility Charge of $4.50 and the September 11th Security Fee of $2.50 USD per person per enplanement in the USA to a maximum of $10.00 USD. Taxes are subject to currency exchange fluctuation, routing and may vary from the estimated taxes shown. All rules and terms and conditions of fare type purchased will apply. Additional baggage charge may apply. Other restrictions and conditions apply.

New Zealand

Goway Travel is offering an amazing 12-day vacation that starts at just $1409CA per person and includes round trip airfare on Air New Zealand from Los Angeles, 10 days Maui Intermediate car rental and 9 nights accommodation in a choice of cities at Kingsgate hotels. Accommodation upgrades are available. This is an incredible sale for travel 01 May to 21 September 2010, and offers over $300 per person in savings.

New Zealand’s largest city is Auckland and is a prime destination for water sports, swimming and yachting which has made it known as the ‘City of Sails’. The country is really a land of all contrasts, offering a wealth of natural sights including geysers and mud pools, waterfalls and glaciers, a rugged coastline and spectacular plains. The best time to visit is during the warm months between November and April, though June to August is high season for skiing and snowboarding.

“I’ve travelled the length of New Zealand by coach and by car” commented Aussie-born Product Manager Meghan Boyd, “And what always strikes me is the friendly Kiwis and the compact nature of the country… you can be walking to the glacier face in the morning, strolling in rainforests by late afternoon, and then enjoying fish and chips with the locals at dinner time!”

For more information on this trip or other travel ideas please call 1-888-469-2944 or visit New Zealand On Sale pages on Goway’s website

“Responding to demand from our agent partners, we have improved several of the features” commented Product and Marketing Manager, Emma Cottis. “With so many at-home Agents and a focus on reducing paper usage, agents can now opt to utilize some of the new tools. Of course, the traditional brochures are still available to be ordered atGoway.com/brochure.”

New features include:

• A more modern look and feel
• The option to view the brochure in “full screen” mode
• The ability to download the brochure as a PDF to store a file copy electronically.
• The function to share the brochure to a number of social media platforms, including twitter, Facebook, my space and more.
• The brochure can be translated to any language and the translation pops up in a choice of all languages.

Goway’s commitment to providing time-efficient options that reduce the need for paper in today’s electronic environment follows a recent announcement that all most documentation (tickets, vouchers, itineraries, quotes and invoices, are now available in electronic format that are emailed directly to agent partners.

The new 132-page Downunder brochure can be viewed online at Goway’s website, and future Goway brochures will be available in the same format.

Perfect for travellers who are less inclined to drive on the “wrong” side of the road, or for those keen to forge new friendships with fellow travellers, Goway’s Australia and New Zealand escorted tours that qualify for the savings include:

New Zealand Offers include:
21 day Great New Zealand Experience. On this comprehensive and stylish holiday, absorb the majestic sights of the Bay of Islands, experience Maori culture and geothermal activity in Rotorua, discover the natural beauty of the Marlborough Sounds on your Interislander cruise and explore the rugged West Coast. Cruise the full length of spectacular Milford Sound and explore the alpine resort of Queenstown. Further south, the Scottish-inspired city of Dunedin, spectacular Mt Cook and the luxurious Hermitage Hotel await. From CA$6500 per person – save over $1200 per couple.

14 day New Zealand Highlighter. Uncover the highlights of this amazing country. With snow capped mountains, rugged coastlines, World Heritage National Parks and beautiful lakes, this tour has it all. From CA$ 3460 per person – save over $600 per couple.

Australia Offers include:
13 day Barrier Reef Island Wanderer. Explore Cairns and the Port Douglas region before relaxing on the Great Barrier Reef islands of Hamilton Island and Dunk Island. This 13 day tour also offers the World Heritage-listed Fraser Island and NSW coastal town of Coffs Harbour. From CA$4175 per person – save over $800 per person

For more information on Goway’s Downunder escorted tours, request a copy of the brochure by calling 1-800-387-8850 or by visiting www.goway.com.

Discounts for new bookings of 10 days or more received by January 31, 2010. 10% off land content for travel by April 30, 2010. 5% off land content for travel between May and December 31, 2010. Just ask for discount at time of booking. No other discounts apply.

To celebrate, Goway is inviting North American residents to submit a suggested name for the Kiwi! The successful submission will be awarded a trip for two to Rotorua, New Zealand, including round trip airfare from Los Angeles/San Francisco or Vancouver to Rotorua, 5 nights accommodation, and entry to Kiwi Encounter to view the kiwis.

The kiwi is simply unique and commands a position all of its own in the bird world. It exists nowhere but New Zealand and its evolution is due to New Zealand’s isolation. However, ‘eccentric’ national symbol is an endangered species and Kiwi Encounter is playing its part to bring our treasured icon back from the brink of extinction on the New Zealand mainland.

To enter, simply submit your name suggestion, together with contact details, at www.goway.com/namethekiwi by midnight September 30, 2008. Alternatively, submit your entry by mail to:
GOWAY Name the Kiwi Contest
3284 Yonge Street
Suite 500
Toronto ON M4N 3M7.
Mailed entries must be postmarked before September 30, 2008. The winning name will be announced at Goway.com on October 15, 2008.

This kiwi will join Goway’s expanding family of sponsored animals; Matilda, Walter and Kiah (koalas), Zeke the Tasmanian Devil and Orville the Cheetah.

Goway is the leading North American wholesaler for the “Lands Down Under” and works closely with the leading motorcoach operators Horizon Holidays, AAT Kings, Scenic Tours and Australian Pacific Touring. And for a limited time, Goway will reward agent bookings with $100 in points credited to the agents Goway-Amex Persona Incentive card for selected tours. All bookings of escorted tours of 10 days or longer offered by the four coach companies listed will qualify when the deposit is received by 31 March 2008.

This incentive is valid only on new bookings made from 25 February 2008 and may not be combined with any other incentives or discounts. The incentive payment is based on $50 per person on deposited files only. The Incentive payment will be credited to the agents incentive card once final payment is received.

“Coach touring is a great way to experience Australia and New Zealand” commented Product and Marketing Manager, Emma Cottis, “It’s a worry free tour for travellers ensuring they see all of the key sights under the guidance of a professional Tour Director. And for agents, it’s a simple sale that earns great commissions and now qualifies for a fantastic incentive payment!”

Agents that do not hold a Goway-Amex Personal card can register at GowayAgent.com to receive a personalized re-loadable Persona Card. The Persona Card is a stored value card that can be redeemed at a wide variety of retail and entertainment outlets, including The Bay, The Sony Store, Golf Town many other recognizable outlets.

During September, October and November, all travellers that are booked with Goway on a self-drive vacation with Maui car rentals or Maui motorhomes will enjoy FREE admission to the following attractions.

• Kelly Tarlton’s Antarctic Encounter in Auckland
• Fullers activities in the Bay of Islands which includes: Cape Brett Hole in the Rock Cruise, Super Cruise including ‘Hole in the Rock’, Cape Reinga Wanderer and Dolphin Adventure
• Waitomo or Ruakuri Caves to visit the glowworms and a Milford Sound cruise in the South Island

This new value-added benefit is included in Goway’s New Zealand on Wheels 12 Day Getaway which is priced from $2390, and includes international airfare from Vancouver with Air New Zealand, 10 days mid-size automatic car rental with Maui, and 9 nights accommodation pass.

“New Zealand is really a great self-drive destination,” commented Product and Marketing Manager Emma Cottis, “and now with the introduction of Air New Zealand’s non-stop service in November from Vancouver to Auckland, it’s more convenient than ever”.

Customized self-drive vacations can also be planned by Goway’s team of “Wizards of Oz”. Goway’s self-drives are the most detailed tours offered in North America, and all include a special “Co-Pilot Kit” which contains not only a detailed day-by-day itinerary, but also maps, directions and discounts for travellers.

For more information on Goway’s Downunder product range, visit their website, Goway.com or request a copy of their unique upside-down DOWNUNDER® catalogue. You can also call 1-800-387-8850 or email info@goway.com.

Agents who have clients interested in travelling to New Zealand are invited to bring them along to the special evening. There will be show specials as well as an opportunity to win a trip for 2 to New Zealand.

Tickets to the event will be FREE if you register in advance or $5 at the door. To register, please register online.

Perfect for travellers who are less inclined to drive on the “wrong” side of the road, or for those keen to forge new friendships with fellow travellers, Goway’s New Zealand escorted tours that qualify for the savings include:

12 day “Southern Starter“. Designed for the traveller on a budget, this affordable tour starts from $2165 per person in low season and includes all of the highlights from Queenstown to Auckland in 11 nights.

12 Day “Scenic Sights“. Starting from as little as $2730, this tour offers a higher quality selection of hotels and is available in a northbound or southbound direction.

15 day “New Zealand Explorer“. Designed to delight the most discerning traveller, this tour priced from $3725 provides first class and deluxe accommodation. Exceptional areas of interest include the Nelson area (gateway to the Abel Tasman National Park) and Punakaiki, home to the spectacular Pancake Rocks.

Unlike many coach tours that are inflexible, all New Zealand escorted vacations include a country homestay option in Rotorua and special theme dinners. A range of meal options are available from room only to bed and breakfast or dinner, bed and breakfast. In selected locations, there are a choice of day tour options, allowing travellers to customize their tour to fit their interests. These are provided at no additional cost

For more information on Goway’s New Zealand escorted tours, request a copy of the brochure by calling 1-800-387-8850 or by visiting www.goway.com.

Since 1970, Goway has been providing unforgettable travel experiences to Asia, Africa, Australia and New Zealand and the Islands of the South Pacific. Today Goway is recognized as one of North America’s leading travel companies for individuals, families and groups to select exotic destinations around the globe. Goway has offices in Los Angeles, Vancouver, Toronto and Sydney, Australia.
To receive copies of Goway’s award-winning “Downunder” brochure, email brochures@goway.com or call 1-800-387-8850 (for brochure-only requests, select extension 123).

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