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Goway Adds More Ways to Sell Getaways to Exotic Destinations

Aug 16

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The range of air/land-inclusive Goway Getaways to Downunder, Africa and Asia keeps growing. These easy to sell packages are a collection of the company’s most popular itineraries, and are priced to sell! Goway also structures the pricing so that agents can quote for various levels of accommodation and add optional elements for a client, without even picking up the phone!

Although a few classic Getaways are featured in Goway’s award-winning brochures, many more are published on the website (www.goway.com/getaways) to ensure up-to-the-minute prices are posted, using the most competitive fares available.

“Our Getaways are simply pre-packaged popular itineraries,” commented Bruce Hodge, founder and owner of Goway Travel. “Of course, we still customize them as required, but it gives our agent partners a starting place for selling our long-haul destinations.”

For Downunder, new to the program is “Two Countries for the price of one” starting at just $1970 for 11-days. This great value vacation includes airfare from Vancouver, and 4 nights accommodation in each of Sydney, Australia and Auckland, New Zealand. Day tour ideas are also available to customize the trip.

In Asia, vacations include a 12-day “Classic Thailand”, including Bangkok, Chiang Mai and the beaches of Phuket. Starting from as little as $2219 from Vancouver, this vacation offers the best of Thailand, incorporating culture, cities and relaxation; perfect for the first time visitor to Asia.

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.

Goway Goes Green for Speed

Jun 21

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GowayAgent.com has tweaked their website to “Go Green and Book It!”

Recently Goway updated their agent website GowayAgent.com to better reflect the needs of travel agents and the response has been great.

The newest feature to the air booking engine is first screen availability which allows you to see not only the price of the net fare but also whether it is available right away. On most consolidator booking engines you first have to check the fare and then go a step further to check the availability which can lead to a frustrating series of forward and back clicks on the website as one or more routings are unavailable. With the POWER of “THE GREEN DOT” GowayAgent.com gets the availability with the same incredible SPEED it takes to display the fare. The display will now show you the available fares for the date you have chosen and tag them with a “GREEN DOT” in place of the customary question mark that agents are used to seeing. Additionally if the lower fare is not available it will indicate upsell options that are tagged with a “Yellow Dot” to alert you of the next best available fare.

In partnership with Openfares and powered by Amadeus the GowayAgent.com air booking engine has ramped up the SPEED to be one of the FASTEST way to “BOOK IT!” for your clients.

Also GowayAgent.com has recently added the following new carriers to its’ product offerings:
• British Midland from both Canada and the USA to Europe and beyond as well as Intra European flights.
• United Airways from the USA to the South Pacific to complement their current UA contracts from Canada to the South Pacific and Beyond
• Aerolineas Argentinas from the USA to Argentina, Brazil and throughout South America
• Malev from Canada and the USA to Europe and beyond
• SN Brussels from Canada to Europe and beyond

Let Gowayagent.com put the POWER of the GREEN DOT in your hand. Sign-up free to GowayAgent.com and use the SPEED of the GREEN DOT to BOOK IT!

Goway’s Hot Destination – India

Jun 19

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One of Goway’s fastest growing destinations is the land of the maharajas – India. Rich in culture and history plus the variety of different regions all offering their own unique attractions, it is not surprising that it has become a much sought after destination. Goway, recognizing the diversity of attractions has incorporated a large selection of travel ideas in its’ offerings.

For the traveller who wishes to be with a group, there is the professionally escorted Splendours of India 23 day tour which visits 10 different cities plus a stopover en route in Singapore and is priced at CAD$8499 per person from the West Coast. For the independent traveler, Goway’s best seller is its’ Classic India 16 day tour visiting 7 different cities in Northern India, mainly in the State of Rajasthan and priced from CAD$4579 per person from the West Coast.

An exciting and unusual tour is the Forts and Palaces Adventure 18 day program which offers accommodation throughout at hotels that were once the palaces of the local Maharajas. The forts with their amazing architecture and grandeur are dotted around Northern India. This tour is priced from CAD$5849 per person from the West Coast.

For those travellers who might want to combine India with a stopover in Dubai, Goway has it’s Tale of Two Countries 14 day tour which allows for 8 nights in India and 3 nights in Dubai. The price from the East Coast is from CAD$3389 per person. India is renowned for its tigers and Goway offers two 4 day packages with tiger viewing at either Ranthambore near Jaipur or Corbett north of Delhi. For train buffs, there are 3 packages available. The Palace on Wheels is a one week all-inclusive train tour visiting the major highlights in Northern India departing Delhi weekly between mid September and mid April. All meals and sightseeing are included. There is also the Heritage on Wheels, a 4 day all-inclusive train tour from Jaipur visiting the Fort Cities of Rajasthan. The third is a one week all-inclusive train tour from Bombay, the Deccan Odyssey which visits a number of interesting cities in central India. Other India offerings include the South of India, the beach resort of Goa and the foothills of the Himalayas.

Go Globetrotting Magazine

May 4

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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 visit iamaglobetrotter.com or call Goway Travel at 1-800-387-8850.

Goway’s DOWNUNDER Brochure

Mar 9

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Goway today announced the launch of their 2006/2007 brochure, North America’s most comprehensive travel guide to DOWNUNDER (Australia, New Zealand and the Islands of the South Pacific).

The award winning brochure, which was rated in the top 10 global brochures for travel to Australia, features every possible style of travel imaginable! From hiking the Milford Track in New Zealand, to languishing poolside at Hayman Island on Australia’s Great Barrier Reef, and everything in between!

Catering to the needs of the North America traveller, Goway’s signature range of “Holidays of a Lifetime” escorted tours has been expanded to include a 10 Day Best of New Zealand and 15 Day Best of Australia. These shorter duration tours allow visitors an insight into the destination within the confines of vacation time! Starting from just $4999, these tours include airfare from the west coast, accommodations, meals and great touring. Goway has also introduced guaranteed departures for the 2006/2007 travel season.

Goway has also refined 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 11 Day Classic Sydney Rock and Reef, starting at $1440 and because they are priced for land only, they allow travellers to take advantage of the latest airline specials or use frequent flier miles for part or all of the air travel arrangements.

Recognizing a need for greater flexibility and options for travellers, Goway has added tours such as hot air ballooning, wine tours, city walking tours, cultural tours, and even a jetlag recovery package!

For the truly independent traveller, Goway’s 108-page DOWNUNDER brochure offers literally hundreds of travel ideas. 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 travellers of all styles.

Goway’s AfricaExperts Ready for 2006

Jul 28

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AFRICAExperts by Goway has introduced its new lineup of African Safaris for the 2006 season. “Africa has had a tremendous boost in tourism since 2004 and the double-digit growth in areas of East and South Africa has sparked a great interest worldwide” says Firdosh Bulsara, General Manger of AFRICAExperts.

New for the 2006 season are Gorilla Treks in Rwanda, a totally upgraded East Africa program with new 4X4 Landrovers traversing the game parks of Kenya and Tanzania, and an expanded product range in Egypt with more hotels and Nile cruise vessels.

In Southern Africa, AFRICAExperts’ fully escorted “Holidays of a Lifetime” have been revised to include even better hotels than before. For the independent traveller, AFRICAExperts offers a complete range of options to suit every budget. The new brochure includes the Mala Mala and Ivory Lodges in addition to its current selection of South African Private Game Lodges. Due to popular demand AFRICAExperts is once again offering the 5th night free at selected lodges with a minimum stay of 4 nights, a savings of over $800 per couple.

In Namibia, the product is expanded to offer 4 new itineraries including a 7-day Flying Safari ideal for those with time-restraints. Rail journeys in South and Southern Africa once again include the famous Blue Train, the legendary Rovos Rail and the Shongololo ‘travelling hotel’ with its three journeys. The islands of the Indian Ocean – Mauritius, Seychelles and Zanzibar are being offered with a variety of new hotels and spas, ideal for the honeymoon market.

“We are gearing up for yet another good year in Africa” said Bulsara, “I am very excited with the positive changes taking place on the continent and with the initiatives being taken by governments and tourist boards to ensure safe and memorable holidays to its visitors”.

The Romance of Rail Travel by Goway

Jul 15

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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 Regal Treatment at Select “Stays of Distinction” Properties

Jun 13

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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’s spectacular 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.

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.

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