GowayPro Travel Tales

Think of turquoise lagoons that shimmer like liquid glass, volcanic peaks wrapped in emerald green, and coral reefs that blush beneath the waves. And you are in French Polynesia. From the romance of Bora Bora to the raw majesty of Tahiti and the timeless tranquillity of the Tuamotus, every island tells its own love story between land and sea. Join us as we uncover the rhythm of island life, meet t...

Taronga Zoo might be one of the best-located zoos in the world with stunning views over Sydney Harbour, but dig a little deeper and you’ll see that this century-old institution has evolved into a world-leading conservation organization dedicated to securing a future for wildlife and people.   A great day out at Taronga isn’t just a great day out; it has the power to protect. Taronga is not-for-pro...

Family travel is magical! But it can also be chaotic—no matter what ages your kids are or the destination you choose!   Family travel is about connection. Connection made from educational experiences you will never find in a classroom, from taking on new challenges, discovering personal resilience, and forging memories that will last a lifetime and shape you and your family far into the future.  ...

Famous for Carnaval, the Amazon, Ipanema Beach, Iguassu Falls, Corcovado, Sugar Loaf, Parilla, Beaches and Capoeira Brazil is a magnet for the Globetrotter looking for a different kind of Latin America. But Brazil is more than these famous sites, sounds and experiences.   There is the Pantanal, a vast wetland comparable to the Okavango Delta rich in wildlife; the African cultural hub of Salvador,...

The Bushcamp Company operates six exclusive bush camps in the remote south of Zambia's iconic South Luangwa National Park, as well as the award-winning Mfuwe Lodge just inside the main park gate. Set out from any of these secluded, intimate camps and you're guaranteed an unrivalled wildlife experience in one of Africa's last unspoiled wilderness regions—the very place where the African walking saf...

Join “Professor” Goway and Jason Stratford, Goway Account Manager as he, Jason, recounts his recent visit to Switzerland.   See how the Swiss Alps don’t just dominate the landscape — they define it. Yet for all its natural splendor, Switzerland is not wild. It is refined. And oh, the trains. To ride the Glacier Express is to trace a line through wonder.   The cuisine, like everything else in Switz...

Tucked deep in the heart of the South Pacific, Samoa is the kind of destination where nature feels untouched by hurry, where culture breathes with quiet pride, and where every sunrise feels like the beginning of something new. Samoa's beauty is unapologetically bold. The coastline unfurls with white-sand beaches, kissed by turquoise lagoons. Inland waterfalls tumble from jungle-covered cliffs. The...

There are mountains, and then there is Kilimanjaro — the great snow-capped crown of Africa. It doesn’t roar or boast. It simply rises. Silent and impossibly beautiful. To trek Kilimanjaro is to answer a call — not just to adventure, but to exploration. To answer the call of running its Marathon is, some would say, crazy….for the runners out there – it is the challenge! From the moment your boots t...

For years, Fiji has been a gateway to and from Australia for Goway. Its abundance of pristine beaches, crystal-clear waters, and warm, welcoming culture have enchanted ancient explorers and modern-day Globetrotters with some of the world's most beautiful landscapes and rich cultural experiences. Goway's success over 55 years in creating memorable trips to Fiji could not have happened without the l...

In today’s world, travel is often measured in Instagram likes, bucket lists, and luxury upgrades. But for many of us, the true value of travel can’t be captured in a price tag or a postcard. It’s not always about spending less—it’s about gaining more: more meaning, more connection, and more personal growth. Finding value in travel means looking beyond the obvious, embracing the unexpected, and dis...

“G’day mate,” “Throw another shrimp on the barbie,” and “That’s not a knife… this is a knife”—these are just a few of the iconic phrases from Crocodile Dundee and Paul Hogan that made Australia, the land Downunder, famous to many North Americans in the ’80s. Both Canadians and Americans have been fascinated with my hometown, from the creepy crawlies, magnificent shorelines, famous wines, the equal...

South America, that huge continent just below us, is home to some of the world's most famous sites – natural and man-made. Machu Picchu, the Galapagos Islands, Iguassu Falls, Patagonia, the Andes, the Amazon, Rio, Buenos Aires, Bogota and Santiago…..to name a few. Modern culture meets indigenous populations, creating finely woven mosaics of adventure, luxury and immersive experiences. Join us toda...

Māori culture runs deep throughout New Zealand, permeating almost all aspects of life, including the official Māori name of New Zealand, Aotearoa. Māori culture is actively preserved and integrated into everyday life in modern-day Newzealand, with prominent practices like the traditional welcome ceremony, the hongi (nose-to-nose greeting), kapa haka (group performance), carving, weaving, and the u...

Guyana, where rivers weave tails as they rush down from Kaiteur's thundering height to rainforest canopies bathed in a golden light. Nestled on the northern coast of South America, Guiana is a land where raw natural beauty and vibrant cultural diversity intertwine to create an enchanting destination for globetrotters. Often called the land of many waters, Guyana is a haven for eco-tourists and adv...

In the truest sense, Papua New Guinea is the ultimate off-the-beaten-path destination and one of the last frontiers on Earth. Part of the world's second-largest island, Papua New Guinea is one of the world's least explored countries, with over 750 tribes flourishing without little or no outside influence for centuries.   John & Peggy recently ventured to the highlands of Papua New Guinea on an...

Ecuador has led community and sustainable tourism for 30 years with Marcel Perkins at the helm. Join Professor Goway and Marcel Perkins as they explore community-based tourism's impact on Ecuador and delve deeper into what Ecuador can offer beyond the famous Galapagos Islands for the intrepid Globetrotter

Happy New Year, and welcome to 2025!   A new year promises new opportunities, and today, Goway's Director of Sales, Renee, Director of Product, Reesa, US National Sales Manager, Ian, and Professor Goway will discuss the most popular destinations for 2025. It's a challenging task, as Goway is on all 7 continents. Still, we will highlight what's hot now, what to look out for, and a few surprising de...

The cold has arrived, Christmas is approaching and you as well as your clients are thinking about warmer weather and awesome gifts. Make that gift a trip to a winter destination. Does that destination need to be sunny? Cold be but it could also be seeing the Northern Lights, visiting sunny countries in milder temperatures or hitting areas where fewer travellers are.   Join the team, Linda Warner –...

Belmond is a prestigious brand known for its luxurious hotels, trains, river cruises, and safari experiences. Originally established as Orient Express Hotels Ltd. in 1976 with the acquisition of the iconic Hotel Cipriani in Venice, Belmond has since evolved into a global leader in luxury travel, boasting a portfolio of 47 properties across 28 countries and territories as of 2024.   Overview of Bel...

Sustainable travel holds profound importance for various reasons. It plays a pivotal role in preserving the environment. Traditional tourism often leaves an indelible mark on the ecosystems, contributing to issues like pollution, waste accumulation, habitat degradation, and climate change.   Listen in as Don Forster from Goway and Koinonia Baloyi - Communications & Fundraising Officer, African...

Tahiti is more than one island. It is French Polynesia. Jin us as we chat to Meg Boyd, Goway’s South Pacific Product Manager and frequent visitor to Tahiti as she and Don delve into what makes Tahiti such a popular South Pacific Island destination.

The Canning Stock Route is a must-do for the adventure traveller. It’s the longest stock route in the world, stretching over 1,700kms/ 1,056mls through the vast open spaces of the Gibson, Great Sandy and Tanami deserts between Halls Creek in the north and Wiluna in the south of Western Australia. Bruce Hodge, founder & President of Goway and Scott Duncan, VP of Technologies at Goway, and some...

Learn all there is to being a "real" Kiwi With Lou Baddiley, Di Reid, Krissy Griggs & Linda McIntosh from Rotorua | Wellington | Christchurch | Queenstown

Join Don Forster and Goway's in-house social media specialist, Mikayla Kuehn, to see why you should invest time in your social media presence to help expand your travel business. Mikayla is our social media manager by day and influencer/fashion blogger by night. A creative professional who handles all things social strategy, content creation, content calendars, post publishing, and community manag...

New Zealand is known around the world for its incredible landscapes, dotted with lakes and vineyards as well as Hobbiton, thermal springs, Milford Sound, and much more. But there are as many equally hidden gems that travellers should seek on a journey to New Zealand.   Join Professor Goway Don Forster, Katie Olsson from Air New Zealand, and Amy Agudo from Tourism New Zealand on a road less travell...