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By Laura MulrineThe term Globetrotter was first

used as early as 1875 yet people have been travelling to the ends of the earth for Centuries before such a term was coined. A globe-trotter is by definition “one who travels widely or in all parts of the world”, and so if one were to look this up in a dictionary, a picture of Genghis Khan - leader of the vast (but now defunct) Mongol Empire - would certainly not be out of place.

At first rivalling, and then surpass-ing the Roman Empire, the Mongol Empire spanned from Mongolia to China, into Afghanistan and Persia and eventually into Russia and even parts of Europe. It housed 25.6% of the world’s population in the thirteenth Century. This expansion was due to the ingenuity and drive of Temujin, the son of a Mongol chief who would go on to become the one and only Genghis Khan.

Early records are contradictory about when exactly Temujin was born, but many historians believe that he was mostly likely born in or around 1162. Mongol legend states that Temujin arrived on earth with a blood clot in his fist - a sign that he would be a great warrior. No one could have predicted just how true this “sign” would be.

At the age of nine, Temujin was taken by his father to work in a neighbouring tribe; an alliance was made with the tribe’s leader that would see Temujin marry his daughter. However, on the way home, Temujin’s father was mur-dered and the rest of the family was expelled from the tribe and forced into slavery.

Genghis Khan is reported to have said “Perhaps my children will live in stone houses and walled towns - not I”. This mindset was what pro-pelled him to go back and marry his intended wife, Borte. As a result of this union, he was able to use Borte’s dowry to make an alli-ance with Ong Khan - the powerful leader of the Kereyid clan and was accepted as a foster-son.

Being a vassal to Ong Khan meant that Genghis Khan was now part of a confederacy that was much better organised than other Mongol tribes. He immediately joined in on a successful military campaign further endearing him to the leader, causing jealousy in Ong Khan’s own son, making him an enemy. After an attempt on his life, Genghis Khan was forced to defeat this enemy becoming head of Ong Khan’s coalition.

This achievement however was not enough and at the age of 27 he held a referendum amongst the Mongols who elected him Khan. He was awarded high office not just over his relatives, but to those fol-

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By Barbara NortonFor anyone with an adventurous

spirit, Papua New Guinea (PNG) will not disappoint: diving, fish-ing, surfing, trekking, bird watch-ing, cultural activities, exploring WW11 relics all abound. But be prepared… any traveller to PNG must have an open mind, a sense of adventure and be open to hav-ing all 5 senses come alive. It is a country of extremes: of rain and mud to heat and humidity; of rain-gutted roads to no roads at all; of thousand year old wood carvings to WW11 relics; where the locals are friendly but wary in a land where stone-age traditions still prevail. It is a destination where, on arrival, you instantly know you are “not in Kansas any longer.” But then, that is the best reason to put PNG at

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In June of this year, I was invited to PNG by the Papua New Guinea Tourism Board. A trip to PNG has been on my “bucket list" forever, and I jumped at the chance to ful-fill a lifelong dream. Our itinerary was organized by Goway's inbound operator, one of Papua New Guinea’s leading tourism service providers who are experts at arrang-ing culturally sensitive and eco-logically responsible experiences throughout the country. In a coun-try filled with geological and cultur-al contrasts, our itinerary. focused on 3 diverse regions: Mt.Hagen in the Western Highlands, Karawari region in the Sepik River Basin and Tari in the Southern Highlands.

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Nestled deep within the valley of towering Andean volcanoes, at 2,800m (around 10,000 feet) above sea level, Quito is the larg-est historic centre in the Americas. Host to 40 churches and chapels, 16 convents and monasteries, 17 plazas, 12 chapter rooms and refec-tories, 12 museums and countless courtyards, Quito’s historical heri-tage is unmatched in the Americas.

Quito is most often visited as the gateway to other Ecadorean desti-nations, including the Galapagos Islands and the Amazon. The city itself was founded in the 16th Cen-tury on the ruins of an Inca city and has an incredible historic centre. In late summer 2011, the Quito Visitor’s Bureau developed a new theme sightseeing route offering the “7 Maravillas” (seven wonders) that guides visitors through the his-toric sites.

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Egypt’s Changing History

Although the Egyptian revolution in January poised several challenges to the travel industry, hotels are now recovering as tourists return to familiar sites and seek many new ones from the revolution. In a land where history stretches practically to the dawn of time, the events cre-ated new historical sites for tourists.

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Record Taxi Journey'It's on the Meter' expedition, an

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An internet hotel booking went seriously wrong for a South African couple, who found that the room they had booked for the Rugby World Cup in New Zealand was actually in the UK.

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Miracle Cure For PainNormally thought of as a highly

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Japan Develops Tsunami Capsules

A Japanese company has devel-oped a life-saving device to pro-tect people from another tsunami. The floating capsule, developed by Cosmo Power, is made of enhanced fiberglass strong enough to with-stand disasters like the 11 March tsunami that devastated Japan’s northern coast. As the tsunami warning sirens wail, residents will be able to climb into their life-saving capsules and float away.

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Canadian Man Walks Around The World

On his 45th birthday, Jean Beliveau ran to Georgia USA to shake off his mid-life depression after his business failed. Slowing to a walk, he decided to keep going with support from his long-time girlfriend, trudging 75,000 km across 64 countries. After 11 years, the journey will end in Montreal in mid-October.

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In the Spring 2011 edition of Globetrotting Magazine, one of our cover stories was titled “Help Save the Devil”. We wanted to draw readers attention to the plight of the Tasmanian Devil. This iconic Australian creature is being threat-ened with extinction unless a cure can be found for Devil Facial Tumour Disease (DFTD). The can-cer is passed from devil to devil through biting. Once bitten, the devil will die in 3-4 months.

The full story can be viewed on the digital version of Globetrotting Magazine #14 at www.goglobetrot-ting.com. As well, a link to the story can be found on the Tasmania home page at www.goway.com.

Recently, an international group of scientists completed a genetic analysis of the Tasmanian Devil which was published in “Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences”. The genomes of two animals were sequenced. The initial sequencing cost about $1 million, but now quick tests

for genetic diversity in individu-als should cost $150 each. The goal is to identify the genetically best breeding partners and create a diverse ark to keep the species alive and healthy in captive breeding programs, and reduce in-breeding when re-introduced to the wild. Devils already have very little genet-ic diversity – only about 20% of that of humans.

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For residents of the tiny island of Samoa, 30 December 2011 will simply not exist. The country plans to move itself from one side of the international dateline to the other (Samoa sits just 32km (20 miles) east of the international dateline).

Samoa is one of the last coun-tries in the world to experience any particular date. That makes it dif-ficult to work with key neighbour-ing countries Australia and New Zealand, but after the dateline is moved, Samoa will be just 3 hours ahead of Sydney, rather than 21 hours behind.

The dateline, and standard time zones in convenient hourly chunks, dates from 1884's International Meridian Conference. It agreed upon a 24-hour clock for the world, with days starting at midnight at longitude 0º - a prize awarded to

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When the sun sets on Samoa (above) on 29 December, the next day will be the 31st.

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lowers who were completely loyal to him. He began to unite differ-ent Mongol tribes, defeating those who proved troublesome. Unlike other leaders of the time, Genghis Khan chose to assimilate those he had defeated rather than looting them and leaving them. The only exceptions being those that had actively fought against him and the most rich and powerful whom he resented for the early betrayal experienced with the murder of his father - they faced brutal slaughter.

Despite being small in size, stat-ure and numbers, Mongol war-riors were fierce in battle and most importantly willing to follow their leader to the ends of the earth - a key ingredient when their leader wished to conquer most of the known world. The Mongols saw themselves as the centre of the uni-verse, the greatest of people, and favoured by the gods. This served as a justification for Genghis Khan’s success in warfare as he was the rightful master of the entire world.

As Khan, his first major conquest was that of Northern China. In 1210, the Jin Dynasty made up of the Jurchen people, located in modern day Beijing demanded that the Mongols become vassals. They controlled the flow of goods through the Silk Road and therefore defying orders could prove danger-ous as the Mongols would no lon-ger have access to those goods. The fact that the Jurchen people were a mix of conquered folk meant that Genghis Khan was able to exert divide and conquer tactics, help-ing those that sided with them and bloodshed against those that didn’t. The Mongol warriors were able to overrun Beijing and pushed into the heartland of Northern China. People began to believe that Genghis Khan had a mandate from heaven - fighting against him was like fighting heaven itself - securing supporters wherever the Mongols chose to go next.

After success in China, a move into Afghanistan and then Persia seemed feasible to take advantage of the weapons trade. Reputations preceded the Mongols and some cities surrendered without offer-

ing any resistance. Rumour has it that the Caliph (Chief Muslim civil and religious leader) in Baghdad was a keen supporter of Genghis Khan and sent captured European crusaders as troops to aid future invasions. However, as the Mongol army was strong enough and had no need for additional infantry, Genghis Khan freed the troops. Those who made it back to Europe spread the news of Mongol con-quests helping to propel and fuel their reputation.

Just as the world was not enough for James Bond, China, Afghanistan and Persia simply were not enough for Genghis Khan. His next con-quests included Azerbaijan and Armenia. Here, his troops defeated Georgian crusaders and captured a Genoese trade-fortress in the Crimea, staying the winter along the coast of the Black Sea.

Upon his return to Mongolia in 1225, Genghis Khan ruled every-thing between the Caspian Sea and Beijing. At the age of 65, he died in battle, falling off his horse. Death

was not the end of the Mongol Empire, it was the beginning of Genghis Khan’s legacy. He is known as one of the greatest con-querors of all time, with an empire bigger than that of the Romans, and four times greater than the empire of Alexander the Great.

Genghis Khan’s third son Ogedei was named as his heir and tried to live up to the mandate of ruler of the world. Under his orders, one in ten young men from agricul-tural backgrounds went into the Mongol infantry. He sent troops into Korea and Northern China. In the mid 1230s, Slavic principalities in Eastern Europe became his next targets. He was met with unex-pected resistance and was unable to move as far west as he’d hoped. Not one to be deterred, forces were then sent into Russia where they dominated into the 1400s. Ogedei also attempted moves into Hungary and Poland, but his forces had to retreat because of his death in December 1241.

Next in line was Odegei Khan’s son, Mongke Khan. He moved further into Persia, taking Baghdad, the richest city in the Muslim world.

In 1259, he moved into Syria and then south to Egypt. Despite meet-ing strongholds in various military campaigns, Mongke Khan was the last of the great khans to exer-cise power over the entire Mongol Empire.

Unfortunately, the Mongol Empire was not exempt from the succession problems that plagued other empires. While Kublai Khan succeeded Mongke Khan official-ly, others declared themselves the Great Khan establishing indepen-dent kingdoms essentially ensuring the demise of one, central Mongol Empire.

Genghis Khan was a great Globetrotter, not only travelling extensively, but conquering virtu-ally every place he went to. No place was too far, no battle too hard. Even in death, his legacy lived on in his ancestors who, while not as successful as the Great Khan, managed to secure their own places in history thanks to their respective conquests.

Genghis Khan famously said, “With heaven’s aid I have con-quered for you a huge empire. But my life was too short to achieve the conquest of the world. That task is left to you”. It was rare that anyone dared to disobey the Great Khan, and so dear reader, why start now?

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New Country With Astonishing Wildlife Wilderness

The new country of South Sudan, which became independent on 9th July, 2011, has a chance to benefit from its astonishing wildlife wilderness. This was reported by “The Economist” magazine in August. South of the wetlands of the Sudd, a vast swamp that oozes either side of the White Nile, tiang antelope, white-eared kob, (another breed of antelope) migrate through what will become Bandingalo National Park.

“Taken together, Bandingalo’s migration of some 1.2m large animals is second only to the Serengeti’s in Tanzania. But in many ways it is more impressive. There is only a single track through the black-cotton soil cut-ting across an area the size of the Netherlands. There are no cattle, no people, no human footprints at all.” reports The Economist.

The new government says it wants to keep Bandingalo pristine and is in the process of approving the set up of a handful of luxury safari camps.

Is Serengeti Highway Cancelled?The Tanzanian government has suffered a sharp setback recently when

its application to throw out a legal case brought by a range of opponents to their Serengeti highway plan was denied by the East African Court of Justice. This has given fresh impetus to keep the Serengeti untouched.

“The Road” would cut right across the Serengeti, connecting the coastal ports of eastern Tanzania to the resources and settlements around Lake Victoria and central African nations to the west. It would bisect the annual migrations of wildebeest, zebra and other species as they move seasonally. The road would cross a substantial part of the Serengeti and associated ecosystems, including its wildest areas.

New Mega-Park in NamibiaNamibia recently designated its entire coastline as a National Park,

building on its images as an emerging ecotourism hotspot.

The coastline is now the eighth-largest protected area in the world and the largest park in Africa. The new Namib-Skeleton Coast National Park encompasses an area larger than Portugal, stretching from the Kunene River in Angola to the Orange River in South Africa

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James Bond Goes To Cape TownThe latest Bond novel, “Carte Blanche," is set largely in Cape Town. The

new novel is written by author Jeffrey Deaver, and is set in Serbia, London, Dubai, and the Mother City of Cape Town.

Deaver commented that he was being true to James Bond novels, as Cape Town is exotic and beautiful. The Cape Film Commission is excited as it is inevitable that the book will be made into a movie, and this means filming in the city.

The Serengeti migration has been called "The Greatest Show on Earth"

Aerial view of Savanna, shot over South Sudan in the rainy season. Map of South Sudan

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Migration transport in Inner Mongolia. Genghis Khan would have lived in a Yurt (or Ger) and travelled in a similar way

Hunting jackal and fur seals on the Skeleton Coast

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Considering the trend for shorter vacations that offer a true escape from the daily grind of modern life, the sky safari offers an incred-ible 8 day itinerary travelling in a luxurious executive aircraft staying in some of the leading lodges in this diverse region of East Africa.

Guests arrive and spend the night in Arusha at the Arusha Coffee Lodge which enjoys a spectacular setting as the name implies in Tanzania’s largest coffee plantation. Designed in the style of traditional planta-tion homes, this is truly an “Out of Africa” experience. With just 18 plantation houses, guests can relax and enjoy the lavish surroundings, colonial feel, great cuisine and roar-ing fires… though most will wish they had spent an additional night to fully appreciate the surroundings, as the next morning the adventure begins!

There is time on day two to enjoy a tour of the coffee plantation and

lunch in the gardens before board-ing the private jet to fly to Kuro Airstrip in Tarangire National Park. Tarangire is the sixth largest national park in Tanzania and is crossed by the Tarangire river, the only source of water for wild animals during dry seasons. During the dry season thousands of animals migrate to the Park from Manyara. The park is famous for its huge number of elephants, baobab trees and tree climbing lions, and guests can also expect to see zebra and wildebeest during the visit.

The two night stay is at Tarangire Treetops, set on a private game reserve. The suites are perched high, as one might expect, up in Baobab and Marula trees. The intimate camp is designed to balance contemporary and natural materials and provides a luxurious and personalised experi-ence for visiting guests. The camps also resulted in developments for the nearby Masai villages, includ-

ing improved water facilities and a school, with a certain percentage of camp income donated to village improvement schemes, as well as employing locals to work as guides for the walking safaris and night game drives.

The next stop is Lake Manyara air-strip to visit the Ngorongoro Crater – “Africa’s Eden” – one of the main drawcards for visitors to Tanzania. The crater itself is a type of collapsed volcano called a caldera. Within the crater rim, visitors can expect to see herds of zebra, wildebeest and lion, and at dawn the endangered black rhino. With 2 nights at The Manor at Ngorongoro, there is ample time for game viewing during a full day jour-ney to the crater. The Manor itself is reminiscent of a country farm home, surrounded by luxurious guest cot-tage suites, each featuring a private courtyard and deck, indoor & out-door fireplaces and great views of the crater landscape.

The final destination aboard this whirlwind visit is Serengeti National Park, one of the most famous wild-life sanctuaries in the world; offering the greatest concentration of plains game anywhere. During the annual migration, thousands of zebra and Thomson’s gazelle join the wilde-beest in search of fresh grazing. Year round it is an incredible des-tination to view buffalo, elephant and giraffe, and thousands upon thousands of eland, topi, kongoni, impala and Grant’s gazelle.

The Serengeti Migration Camp, the base for the final two nights, is hidden among the rocky out-crops of the Serengeti plains, and is reminiscent of old Africa and richly furnished throughout. The

spacious tents overlook the Grumeti River and its resident hippos and are surrounded by verandah deck. The worst thing about the Camp? Leaving to return home.

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The Ultimate Sky SafariA sky safari may sound like an oxymoron, but when you consider the immense size of Tanzania, it is a logical and time efficient way to cover the vast dis-tances between the iconic parks of Northern Tanzania, including the Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, Tarangire National Park, and Lake Manyara National Park .

Clockwise from Top Left: Ngorongoro Farm House, lions on safari, interior of the cus-tom designed executive Elewana Sky safari aircraft, dining al fresco under the stars, reticulated giraffe

The sky safari starts and ends at Arush from just $6643 per person twin share and includes airport transfers, flights aboard a 9 seater Cessna 208B, 7 nights accommodation in first class or deluxe accommodations, most meals, park entrance fees and transport in a 7 seater 4WD vehicle .

Goway also offers more traditional safaris in East Africa . A popular exten-sion, for travellers with more time, is to chill out in Zanzibar .

More information is available on request .


The landscape is familiar to many because of the 1962 epic “Lawrence of Arabia” which was filmed on location in Wadi Rum. It is an expansive, untouched area easily explored by horseback, camel or a 4-wheel drive vehicle and a local driver/guide. Visitors may even stay in a traditional Bedouin tent, while enjoying a campfire meal accom-panied by traditional Arabic music. The Bedouin people that inhabit the area maintain a semi-nomadic lifestyle. Known for their hospital-ity, travellers are often invited in their homes to enjoy a traditional Bedouin coffee as a respite from their travels.

Wadi Rum joins Petra, Um Al-Rassas and Amra Castle on Jordan’s list of sites designated on UNESCO’s World Heritage List.

After many years of North American travellers focusing on the Nabataean “Lost City” of Petra, visitors are now branching out and expanding their time in Jordan. The Jordan Tourism Board encourages its visitors to spend a minimum of 8-10 days touring the highlights of the country.

Starting at the capital of Amman, travellers either journey south to

Aqaba for some sun, sea, and sand or explore the entire country to bet-ter understand the history of the civilizations. A full exploration of Jordan begins by journeying north to visit the ancient Greco-Roman city of Jerash and the famous castle of Ajloun. If time allows, stop at the biblical city of Gadara (Um Qais) where Jesus performed mir-acles. The religious sites of Bethany beyond the Jordan (where Jesus was baptized by his cousin John), Madaba (the site of the oldest mosaic map of the Holy Land), Mt Nebo (where Moses led his people and saw the Holy Land) and Ma’in hot springs also attracts many visi-tors, located just over an hour drive south of the capital.

An ideal break mid way through the tour is to spend the night at one of the first class resorts at the Dead Sea. Whether it be floating on its salty waters at the lowest point on earth or having a natural spa treatment using the therapeutic minerals from the area, the Dead Sea is an ideal location for those seeking to have a day of relaxation and rejuvenation.

A highlight of most trips is a stop at Petra, and the best introduction

is to see it at night. As visitors enjoy the candlelit stroll down the Siq to the Treasury, the haunting sounds of Bedouin piped music add to the atmosphere of this ancient lost city. In order to explore Petra in depth, two days should be allotted to see the various sites in the area, including 850-step climb to the Monastery and a trip to the High Place of Sacrifice. However, a day trip will give travellers pressed for time a glimpse of how vast Petra is and its highlights.

Before heading south to the resort town of Aqaba at the Red Sea, it is recommended to stop in Wadi Rum, it is a must especially for the more adventurous travel-ler. Described by T.E. Lawrence as “Vast, echoing, and God-like,” the Bedouin experience is authentic and simple and guaranteed to be an experience never to forget.

Jordan is truly a one of a kind experience. The hospitality of the Jordanian people complements this unique destination, offering breathtaking and mysterious sights, first-class accommodations, exqui-site cuisine and countless activi-ties. jordan provides visitors with a guaranteed experience of a lifetime!

Walking on the Moon

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Often overshadowed by nearby Petra, Wadi Rum is one of the jewels of Jordan that was recently inscribed by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site in recogni-tion for its unique natural beauty and cultural significance. James Irwin, one of the Apollo 15 astronauts of the fourth American lunar landing was quoted as having told the late King Hussein during a trip to Wadi Rum that “this is the closest thing on Earth to what I saw when I walked on the moon.” Wadi Rum is often now called “Valley of The Moon.”

by Emma Cottis2011 is on pace to be the best

year ever for tourism to Israel, according to Haim Gutin, Israel Tourism Commissioner, North & South America. It also ranks in the top 3 developing adventure tourism destinations in the world, according to a new survey by the Adventure Tourism Development Index (ATDI).

Offering a wealth of religious sites, a vibrant and cosmopolitan city, beach resorts and more, Israel is targeting for increased visitors with an international airport slat-ed for opening in 2014 in Eilat, Southern Israel. With border cross-ings from Eilat to neighbouring Jordan and Egypt, this places Israel at the cornerstone of a visit to the Middle Eastern counties.

On a recent trip to Israel, I was

warned to arrive early for rigor-ous questioning before checking into my El Al flight to Tel Aviv. “Israelification” is a term often used to compare their effective and efficient security processes when

compared with cumbersome proce-dures in the West; it consists merely of screening and asking a variety of questions and gauging the response of travellers. In fact security proce-dures to and from Israel served to be quicker, and less tedious than those of ours in North America!

A typical “flying visit” to Israel includes 8 days exploring the north of the country, specifically Tel Aviv; Jerusalem and Bethlehem; the Dead Sea and Masada. Tel Aviv itself is incredibly European; renowned for its 24-hour culture, and land-mark neighborhoods such as Old Jaffa and Neve Tzedek. No sur-prise that Tel Aviv has been named the third "hottest city for 2011" by Lonely Planet; third-best city in the Middle East and Africa by Travel + Leisure magazine, and the ninth-best beach city in the world by National Geographic. One of the best places to trace Tel Aviv’s history is to head southwest to the 3,000 year old adjoining city of Jaffa to see the stone houses and

narrow alleyways that now incorpo-rate the picturesque artists’ quarter and tourist center.

Tel Aviv can be used as a cen-tre for exploring Jerusalem and Bethlehem as a day tour; but for maximum exploring time in the region, most travellers opt to stay at one of the world-class hotels in Jerusalem, and use the city as a base for exploring the Old City and Bethlehem.

Jerusalem has drawn millions of pilgrims for thousands of years, and in old maps appears at the center of the world. Visitors need at least a day to visit the Old City, which is surrounded by a wall and divided into four quarters - Jewish, Armenian, Christian, and Muslim. Inside the walls are many important holy sites, including the Western Wall, the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, and the Dome of the Rock. The Christian quarter alone houses some 40 religious buildings, though one of the most important sites in the Christian quarter is the Via Dolorosa, the “Way of Sorrows,” Jesus’ final path, which led to Golgotha Hill, where

he was crucified and buried. A side trip from Jerusalem can take visitors into the Palestinian city of Bethlehem; the birthplace of Jesus, marked by a silver star in the Church of the Nativity.

East of Jerusalem is the worlds’ largest health spa - the Dead Sea – at over 400 metres below sea level. Visitors cover themselves with the mineral rich thick black mud from the sea bed, or simply float in the salty waters; don’t try swimming in the waters, or you may end up with a mouthful of salt! The shore is dotted with beaches and bathing areas, ideal for a short stop en route to Masada.

Next to Jerusalem, the Masada fortress is one of the most popu-lar tourist destinations in Israel. Dramatically located in the Judaean Desert, on top of an isolated rock plateau, it was constructed by King Herod the Great as a palace complex. The remains of Herod's palaces are outstanding; the site was identified in 1842 and exten-sively excavated during the 1960’s between 1963 and 1965. To reach Masada, visitors can hike up the Snake Path or enjoy the leisurely cable car ride.

Israel Reports Record Visitors for 2011

Clockwise from Top: Wadi Rum starred in the epic "Lawrence of Arabia" movie; Floating on the Dead Sea; Treasury Building, Petra.

The Tel Aviv coastline. The city is very European, with a 24-hour culture.

View of Eilat in Israel from Aqaba in Jordan

The Temple of the Dome of the Rock in Jerusalem

Jordan RocksEvery year, Jerash hosts the

International Jerash Festival where this ancient city comes to life with performers from all over the world performing in this historic site.

The Aqaba beaches host, ‘Distant Heat’, a concert now in its fourth year, has firmly established Jordan on the international music scene.

Last year over 1,200 people attended, proving that the heat was

not too distant to travel into the deserts of Jordan for an outrageous-ly cool event.

Goway offers 3, 5 and 7 days travel ideas for experiencing Jordan. Ideas to combine Jordan with Israel or Egypt are also available. Goway operates limited departures of a special 22 days Egypt, Israel and Jordon HOLIDAY OF A LIFETIME small group escorted tour. Details are available on request.

The best way to explore the main highlights is with a typical 8-day “Treasures of Israel” small group journey including all touring, plus an English speaking tour guide and starts from $1530 including first class accommodation. Goway also offers independent customized travel arrangements and escorted tours. For more information call your travel pro-fessional or call 1-888-469-2950.


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When it comes to the massive Af-rican continent, most travellers opt for flights for time efficiency, often missing the landscape that has been romanticized in countless movies set in Africa.

Leading luxury train, Rovos Rail, travels through the heart of South-ern Africa and offers two beautifully rebuilt Classic trains, each carrying a maximum of 72 passengers who are accommodated in the most spa-cious and luxurious train suites in the world. The use of traditional furnishings and period décor en-sure an atmosphere of elegance and grandeur in the Dining, Lounge and Observation cars.

Rovos Rail is the brainchild of Ro-han Vos, who began with the resto-ration of a steam train in 1986. His trains depart from his own station in Pretoria which houses the work-shops and engine sheds, and where possible the luxurious carriages are drawn by one of four vintage loco-motives; this is definitely a return to the by-gone era of romantic steam engines puffing out of the station!

All accommodation features an ensuite bathroom (only the Royal Suite includes a full bathroom complete with Victorian bath) – the only difference in essence is the space. The Pullman Suite converts daytime seating to a double bed; the Deluxe Suite has a double bed with lounge area; and the Royal Suite, taking up half a carriage, fea-tures a separate lounge area.

The sheer opulence continues throughout the train carriages; the lounge car, complete with small library, serves a traditional after-

noon tea, or guests may choose a nightcap there after the sumptuous 5-course meals in the Dining car, built in 1911.

As a complement to any South Af-rican vacation, the 3-day, 1600-ki-lometre signature Rovos Rail jour-neys link Pretoria with Victoria Falls or Cape Town. The journey to Victoria Falls travels through varied and truly African scenery westwards into Botswana and then north through Zimbabwe via Hwange Game Reserve where animals can be spotted from the train. The jour-ney south to Cape Town highlights South Africa’s moniker as a “world in one country”. Travellers experi-ence the grasslands of the gold-rich Highveld, the haunting barrenness of the Great Karoo, and the scenic wine lands of the Cape.

Rail Journeys of Distinction

South Africa: Scenic Year Round Renowned for a warm, temperate climate, great beaches and fantastic scenery (not forgetting the wine re-gion), South Africa is the ultimate year round destination. In fact numbers from North America continue to increase during our summer (July/August) when it is technically winter; in part due to increased family and multi-generational extended vacations; but also due to the favourable weather year-round.

Elegant dining on Rovos

Boarding Rovos Rail at Capital Park in Pretoria

The Garden RouteMost travellers opt to visit South

Africa in the traditional summer months; from November to Febru-ary – this is a great time to visit the Cape and the Garden Route (the name comes from the diverse vege-tation in the region). Travelling east from Cape Town, the route jour-neys through the famous winelands region to the town of Oudtshoorn, the centre of South Africa’s ostrich industry since the late 1800’s and the nearby Cango Caves. The lime-stone caves are one of the most spectacular scenic tourist attraction in South Africa; and as the first at-traction in the country to employ a full-time guide, it is also the coun-trys oldest tourist attraction.

However, the mild winters on the Garden Route, from May to August, ensure sunny and beautiful wind-still days and are often referred to as the “secret season”. At this time, the drive along the Garden Route is an incredible eco-destination, and July to November is the best time to see the endangered Southern Right Whale, which come to calve there before they leave for the summer. And to fully experience the wild-flower seasons, visitors flock to the route in early Spring (August and September).

A highlight is a stop at the town of Knysna, which is nestled be-tween the Outeniqua Mountains and the Indian Ocean, surrounded by forests (Knysna is also home to the only forest elephants in South Africa). It’s a great area to stop and enjoy the climate, with a wealth of world-class restaurants and of course the Knysna Oyster (if you are lucky enough to pass through during July, experience the Knysna Oyster Festival, when thousands of oysters are devoured in 10 days!)

Explore the Garden Route either independently with a rental car (driv-ing conditions are ideal as roads are well maintained and signposted along the route). Expect to pay in the re-gion of $525 for a 7-day self-drive including accommodation. For those looking for someone else to do the driving, a 4-day journey starts from $950, but includes most enrance fees and sightseeing, and some meals. Full details are available on request.

On SafariIf you’re heading to South Africa

between May-October, this is the traditional dry season, and the best time to explore the National Parks on safari. The northern, central and east parts of South Africa, which include Kruger National Park, Kwa-Zulu Natal, and Madikwe Game Reserve, enjoy cool and dry winters.

The Kruger, as one of the larg-est game reserves in Africa, offers a great opportunity for viewing wild-

life at this time of year, as vegeta-tion is more sparse, and animals are drawn to the waterholes to drink ev-ery morning and evening. All of the Big Five game animals can be sight-ed in the National Park (which also has more species of mammals than any other African Game Reserve). It also has packs of the endangered African Wild Dog, of which there are thought to be only about 400 in the whole of South Africa.

Several game lodges are located inside the Greater Kruger National Park, including Lion Sands, which features a unique “Treehouse” - ask about staying three nights at the Lodge and enjoy a free overnight in the treehouse - a secure bush bed-room under the African stars. En-joy sunset drinks and dinner in the trees before a relaxing sleep to the sounds of the African bushveld.

A 3-day safari (including all meals, game drives and a bush “braii” (bar-becue) starts from $816 depending on the lodge selected and travel dates. All of the lodges are small, intimate prop-erties that offer a different experience. Details are available on request. Con-sult an expert, and book early to ensure your preferred game lodge is available.

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Gameviewing in open vehicles in the Sabi Sands

The adorable Cheetah cub

Viewing the heads of the beautiful Knysna lagoon

Cape Town, the mother city of Africa, and its Western Cape, are regarded as one of the most beautiful regions in the world.


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Holidays of a Lifetime Tour Directors are the Tops

Like many of our other Tour Directors, Pene has developed a fol-lowing of tour “groupies” who want to travel with her again (and again) after having experienced being on one of our tours with her. It may seem obvious to say that a great tour requires a great Tour Director. However, Goway prides itself on its choices of escorts and receives many accolades about them.

Having said all this, we wondered what our Tour Directors thought

about travelling on our tours. Here are some of the subjects we asked them about.

How do you recommend people get the most from their tour?

“My favourite word is flexibility”. “Be up for anything and come with an open mind”. “Don’t arrive on a tour with negative thoughts or sus-picions about the destination or the native people”. “Sit back and relax, enjoy and trust your Tour Director". “You are travelling to learn new things, have great experiences and take home great memories”.

Do you have any unusual or amusing memories from your career?

“Stopping at a Walmart in China (yes, even in China) and watching members of the group stock up with potato chips, candy bars and beer at very inexpensive prices”. “Having locals ask to take pictures of our group rather than the other way around. Should we ask them for a small remittance?!”.

“I remember a lady who in

Africa, thought she saw a mouse in her hut and rushed off in a panic to find me even though she had been warned not to leave her hut as a pride of lions had been seen in the area. I had to go back with her to look for the mouse (which had disappeared) and then brave the lions on my way back”.

“One of my group was missing a bag at Sydney Airport on arrival. One bag was left – same colour). I picked it up and ran to the customs area, saw my passenger’s bag in the hands of a gentleman, grabbed it, handed over the correct bag much to his amazement and ran back to return the retrieved bag”.

Where is your favourite place to travel to?

This was not an easy question for them to answer but when pushed, they mentioned a range of favou-rites. A couple of examples were rural China and the smaller cities and countryside in India. They also mentioned Ayers Rock in central Australia with the Sounds of Silence dinner being a highlight, “What a

great experience to be dining out-side under the stars in the middle of the desert“.

Do you have any favou-rite hotels from your trav-els?

“The amazing Fateh Garh Hotel in Udaipur, India – a converted Maharaja’s palace located on top of a hill”.

“Table Bay Hotel in Cape Town, South Africa with its backdrop of the Table Mountains and the har-bour in the forefront”.

“Old Jerusalem surrounded by high walls with its very special ambience”

“The Amber Fort in Jaipur, India with its elephant ride to the fort located on top of a hill”.

“Lions Sands Private Game Reserve in Kruger Park - you look out of your window and see the wildlife right in front of you”.

Let’s leave the last word on tour directing to Pene. “I try to see every-

thing through the passengers’ eyes. This makes each trip new for me. The world is a fabulous place with ever changing people and sites. Life is just too short to do it all! Therefore, do it now NOT later!”.

Happy retirement Pene!More information on Goway’s

Holidays of a Lifetime can be found at www.goway.com/hol or contact your travel agent.

HOLIDAYS OF A LIFETIME are limited in size to provide the maximum opportu-nity to experience the destination.

Of all the thousands of travel ideas offered by Goway, only the 9 below carry our “promise of something special”. To maintain the exclusivity of these amazing trips we limit both the size of the group and the number of departures.

As well, to differentiate a HOLIDAY F A LIFETIME® from regular scheduled escorted tours we focus on you experiencing the destination rather than just seeing the sights. And you will see and do things you would not see or

do as an independent traveller. You are invited to treat yourself to a HOLIDAY F A LIFETIME®

A G O WAY T R AV E L G I F T C A R D M A K E S A G R E AT P R E S E N T F O R P E O P L E W H O A R E O R WA N T T O B E G L O B E T R O T T E R S ( S E E PA G E 2 3 )

Goway operates nine different small group escorted tours under the banner “Holidays of a Lifetime. Pene Hollingworth, one of our longstanding and very experienced Tour Directors, recently announced her pending retirement from tour escorting in early 2012. After 32 years of escorting, Pene deserves her well earned retirement. However, there will be many disappointed Goway travellers who will miss her.

Pene enjoys time at the Taj Mahal

Pene (front left) with travellers on the "Waltzing Matilda"


B U Y E R S B E WA R E . . . N O T A L L T R AV E L C O M PA N I E S ( I N C L U D I N G M A N Y B I G N A M E S ) P R O V I D E G E N U I N E C O N S U M E R P R O T E C T I O N

Some Important Dates & Events Around the World

01 January - 30 June 2012*

*12 Month Calendar of EventsFor a complete listing of upcoming events and special dates,

visit the Goway Groups website www.groupsonly.com

DOWNUNDER AND SOUTH PACIFIC15 - 22 Jan Santos Downunder Cycling .......................................Adelaide16 - 29 Jan Australian Open Tennis.......................................... Melbourne26 Jan Australia Day ..........................................................Australia31 Jan - 4 Feb Int. Cool Climate Symposium ........................................Hobart6 Feb Waitangi Day ..................................................New ZealandJan Pacific Intl Documentary Film Festival ........................... Papeete18 Feb Moorea Intl Marathon ............................................... Moorea6 - 11 Feb Imparja Cup Cricket ...........................................Alice Springs24 Feb - 18 Mar International Arts Film Festival ..........................Wellington, NZ2 - 21 Mar Melbourne Food and Wine Festival ........................ Melbourne7 - 18 Mar Australian Film Festival ............................................... Sydney14 - 17 Mar NZ Polyfest ............................................................ Auckland25 Apr Anzac Day .................................................... Australia & NZ5 May Opua to Tonga Sailing Rally ......................................... Tonga09 - 14 May Game Fishing Tournament ............................................Samoa16 - 21 May Tahiti Pearl Regatta ........................... Huahine, Tahaa, Raiatea

ASIA23 Jan Chinese New Year .......................................................China23 Jan TET – Lunar New Year ............................................... Vietnam17 - 19 Feb Elephant Festival ............................................................ Laos3 - 4 Feb Chingay Parade ....................................................Singapore6 Feb Taiwan Lantern Festival ............................................... Taiwan7 Feb Thaipusam ....................................... Malaysia and Singapore7 Feb Lantern Festival ............................................................China14 Feb Valentines Day ............................................................ Japan18 - 21 Feb Goa Carnival ...................................................... India (Goa)2 - 4 Mar Thousand Camel Festival .........................................Mongolia17 Feb Perfume Pagoda Festival ............................................ Vietnam20 Feb Maha Shivaratri ..........................................................Nepal26 Feb Tokyo Marathon .......................................................... Japan3 Mar Doll Festival ................................................................ Japan8 Mar Holi “Festival of Colours” ............................................... India21 Mar - 5 Apr International Film Festival ............................China, Hong Kong23 Mar Nyepi, New Year Festival (Day of Silence) ........................ Bali29 Apr - 24 May Macau Arts Festival .....................................................Macau13 -15 Apr Songkran Festival .................................................... Thailand4 May Lotus Lantern Festival ........................................... South Korea6 - 9 May Rotary International Convention ................................. ThailandJun San Pedro Festival .................................................. Malaysia4 Jun Saga Dawa Festival ............................................ China, Tibet4 Jun Visakha Bucha Day ........................................ throughout Asia11 Jun - 9 Jul Bali Arts Festival ............................................................. Bali22 - 26 Jun Lions Club International Convention ............Busan, South Korea23 Jun Dragon Boat Festival ....................................................China23 - 29 Jun San Pedro Festival .................................................. Malaysia1-31 Jul Singapore Food Festival .........................................Singapore14 - 22 Jul Boryeong Mud Festival .................................................Korea AFRICA AND MIDDLE EAST1 Jan - 28 Feb Dubai Shopping Festival ...............................................Dubai27 Jan Dubai Marathon ..........................................................Dubai28 Jan Lwiindi Ceremony ......................................................Zambia3 - 5 Feb Up the Creek Music Festival ................................. South Africa15 Feb Tel Aviv Jazz Festival ..................................................... Israel21 - 26 Feb Infecting The City ................................................ South Africa8 - 10 Mar Taste of Dubai .............................................................Dubai1 Mar - 30 Apr UAE Desert Challenge ..................................................Dubai1 - 30 Mar Eilat Migration ............................................................. Israel1 Mar - 30 Apr Spier Contemporary ............................................ South Africa31 Mar - 2 Apr Kenya Open Gold Championship ..................................Kenya1 - 8 Apr Jerusalem Holy Week .................................................... Israel22 - 24 Apr April Splash Festival ............................................ South Africa3 - 6 May Cape Times V&A Waterfront Wine Affair .............. South Africa1 - 31 May Mozambique Music Festival ................................Mozambique

SOUTH AMERICA13 - 25 Jan Palmares Fiestas ............................................... Costa Rica2 Feb Festa de Lemanja ...............................................Rio Brazil28 Feb Los Diablitos Games ......................................... Costa Rica2 - 5 Feb Fiesta de la Virgin de Candelaria .............................Bolivia17 - 21 Feb Carnaval ...........................................................Rio BrazilMar/Apr Semana Santa (Easter) ........................Bolivia/Brazil & Peru2 - 4 May Alarcitas Handicrafts Fair Dia de Santa Cruz ........ Puno Peru25 May Revolucion de Mayo ...........................................Argentina10 Jun Malvinas Day (Falkland Islands Day) ....................Argentina24 Jun Inti Raymi Festival .............................................Cusco Peru

FUTURE WORLDWIDE EVENTS27Jul-12Aug '12 Summer Olympic Games .................................. London, UK29Aug-9Sep '12 Paralympic Games .......................................... London, UK18-22Oct '12 World Triathlon Championship .......................Auckland, NZ

Australia’s state of Tasmania will be proudly hosting the 8th

International Cool Climate Symposium Jan 31 - Feb 04, 2012 at

the Hotel Grand Chancellor over-looking Hobart’s beautiful water-front. This stunning location will be perfect as a background for the informative presentations, keynote speakers, workshops and, of course, the exciting social programs includ-ing evening functions and pre/post touring activities.

Tasmania is like no other place in Australia. From the historic towns of Hobart and Launceston to stun-ning unspoiled wilderness areas much of which is protected under National Park status.

More information is available on request. You can also visit www.goway.com/specialevents.

Goway Travel Ltd. is once again partnering with Lions Clubs International as an offi-cial North American travel operator for the Lions I n t e r n a t i o n a l C o n v e n t i o n taking place in Busan, Korea from June 22-26, 2012. Our fabu-lous packages include international air, hotels, transfers and touring.

Busan is South Korea's largest port and second-largest metropolis. There's plenty in the city to see and

do in your time away from the con-vention: take in the views

from Busan Tower locat-ed in Yongdusan Park,

visit the Yi Sun-shin statue, the Jagalchi fish market, the

U.N. Cemetery (where fallen U.N. soldiers

from the Korean War are buried)

and the informative Municipal Museum.


For Rotarians, Bangkok has a feast of attractions and activities to offer: from visits to glittering Buddhist Temples and magnificent palaces to seeing classical dance extravaganzas and traditional vil-lages and, of course, for shopping in all the stores and markets. You will not want to miss a visit to Wat Po, home of the gigantic Reclining Buddha, or a visit to the unique floating markets of Damnoen Saduak!

Special Events by Goway are your experts in handling travel arrange-ments to special events around the world. We will not only arrange your travel to Bangkok to attend

the Rotary Convention (6-9 May 2012) but also all your pre & post touring throughout Thailand and the rest of Asia.


The inaugural Singapore Food Festival was held in 1994, and this annual event is a great opportunity for locals and visitors to enjoy a month long celebration including events and activities organized all over the country.

The event celebrates authentic traditional food from the Chinese, Malay, Indian and Peranakan cui-sines, and highlights how food has shaped various cultures in the nation. Visitors are spoilt for choice during the month of July, with other events like food carni-vals, tasting sessions and best of all, discounts and promotions offered by participating restaurants.

The Singapore Food Festival is an interactive learning experience, giving visitors an insight into the rich cultures that make this small island so diverse. It’s an immensely popular food festival that draws over 350,000 foodies!

Santos Tour Down Under is Australia’s biggest cycling event and the only UCI WorldTour race to be held outside Europe. This celebra-tion of cycling, is based in Adelaide CBD each night, but includes six racing stages through the streets of Adelaide and the surrounding South Australia area, taking in some of the world famous wine regions and outstanding beaches and outstanding scenery.

During its eleven year history, the Santos Tour Down Under has attracted some of the worlds very best in road cycling, includ-ing Tour de France winners Lance Armstrong, Oscar Pereiro, Alberto Contador and Mark Cavendish to Adelaide.

If you are an amateur cyclist, there is the wonderful option of get-ting involved in the action by par-

ticipating in the Skoda Breakaway Series, which gives you the chance to ride part of the WorldTour race route (you must pre-register and a

cost is involved)More information is available on

request. You can also visit www.goway.com/specialevents.

Adelaide, Santos Tour Down Under, UCI WorldTour Cycling Race, 15-22 Jan, 2012

Hobart, 8th International Cool Climate Symposium, Jan 2012

Busan, 95th Lions Club International Convention, Jun 2012

Bangkok, May 2012, Rotary Convention

Singapore, Food Festival, 1-31 Jul '12

Australia's biggest cycling event takes in outstanding scenery

Tasmania's beautiful capital at the foot of Mt Wellington

Chilli Crab is one of Singapore’s signa-ture dishes and is made by frying crabs with a fragrant red sauce

Bustling floating market, Bangkok


Tahiti is comprised of 118 islands and atolls broken up into five dis-tinct archipelagoes. The majority of Tahiti’s visitors stay on Tahiti, Moorea and Bora Bora. These islands offer the very best in lux-ury and romance, giving Tahiti its reputation as the ideal honeymoon destination.

But for those seeking an authen-tic, cultural experience, the sur-

rounding Tahitian islands are rich with ancient traditions and full of adventure. Known as Tahiti’s “Hidden Paradise,” these lesser-known islands include Huahine, Taha’a, Raiatea and the Tuamotu Atolls. They are the essence of ancient Polynesia and are home to some of Tahiti’s true hidden treasures.

Cultural Intrigue Raiatea is known as the “Sacred

Island” because according to leg-end, it is believed to be the birth-place of Polynesia. It has kept many traces from its past, including the largest outdoor temple (“marae”) in Polynesia called the Taputapuatea Marae. It is also home to the Tiare Apetahi, a special flower that only grows near Mount Temehani and cannot be found or grown any-where else in the world.

Huahine is also a great spiritual centre and offers the largest col-lection of ancient marae in all of Polynesia. Known as the “Garden of Eden,” its lush forests, untamed landscape and quaint villages make Huahine one of Tahiti’s best-kept secrets. It hosts the start of the Hawaiki Nui Va’a, the world’s larg-est and longest international open-ocean outrigger canoe race. Each year, the event is celebrated with a great festival of food, music and dance.

Tahitian Vanilla Tahitian vanilla is a favourite

among true connoisseurs. The island of Taha’a is known as the “Vanilla Island” because it produc-es more than 80% of the famous Tahitian vanilla. The rich aroma of vanilla pods curing in the sun quite possibly makes Taha’a one of the most fragrant of all the islands. Here, you can take a tour of the

vanilla plantations, witness a dem-onstration of the pollination and curing process, and purchase vanil-la beans or extract to take a taste of Taha’a home with you.

Cultured PearlsThe Tuamotu Atolls – Rangiroa,

Manihi, Fakarava and Tikehau – are known as “Tahiti’s Strand of Pearls.” Their warm, remote lagoons are the ideal environment for the growth and development of the Tahitian cultured pearl.

Commonly known around the world as black pearls, the Tahitian cultured pearl is an exotic gem that is highly sought after by celebrities, pearl aficionados and visitors alike – earning its reputation of value and rarity. The true beauty of these jewels can be seen in their variety of size, shape and color – from the darkest of black to many shimmer-ing shades of green, blue, bronze, and even pink.

Each of these atolls is home to several Tahitian cultured pearl farms, making the islands of Tahiti the best place in the world to shop for these rare and exotic gems. You can pay a visit to the family-owned pearl farms to learn the secrets of black pearl cultivation and take home these Tahitian jewels as a memento of your journey.

Explore UnderwaterThese distant Tahitian islands

and atolls also offer the very best of adventure – from horseback rid-ing and scenic hiking, to kayaking, snorkeling and deep-sea fishing – but they are most often celebrated for their world-class diving. Their clear, warm waters are alive with many extraordinary species of marine life, giving Tahiti its reputa-tion as a highly-renowned diving destination.

Underneath their waters lies an immense natural aquarium. Year-round, divers can encounter a vari-ety of sharks, manta rays, turtles, humpback whales and dolphins, as well as a multitude of differ-ent fish including tuna, barracuda

and angelfish. Their lagoons offer a unique world of underwater cav-erns and drop-offs, intricate coral walls and mysterious shipwrecks.

Paradise FoundTahiti’s hidden paradise beckons

to those in search of an authen-tic and adventurous island escape. Whether you’re looking to discov-er the rich heritage of the land or seeking to enjoy many unique and exciting activities, a visit to these remote islands of Tahiti is the opportunity of a lifetime.

Getting ThereTahiti is just an eight hour non-

stop flight from Los Angeles aboard award-winning Air Tahiti Nui. Air Tahiti Nui, an award-winning airline for six consecutive years, was voted by Travel & Leisure as one of the “World’s Best – Top 15 International Airlines” in 2011.

Goway’s exclusive Islands Escapes team specializes in travel to Tahiti. For more details of different escape options request the special brochure (page 22) or visit www.islandsescapes.com.

Tahiti's Exotic SecretsTahiti is known around the world to be an exotic paradise of bright blue lagoons, white-sand beaches and verdant mountain peaks. Visitors are drawn to the islands to witness the pristine beauty of its landscapes and experience the ulti-mate in serenity and seclusion.

A S A G L O B E T R O T T I N G M A G A Z I N E S U B S C R I B E R Y O U A R E E N T I T L E D T O B E N E F I T S W H E N Y O U T R AV E L W I T H G O WAY ( S E E PA G E 2 )

Regardless of which city has the best sporting team, nightlife, weath-er or quality of living, visiting both Melbourne and Sydney provides a great opportunity to explore the coastal or heritage drive between the two cities. Allow at least 5 days to fully explore the regions.

The Coastal DriveThe magnificent stretch of

coastline between Sydney and Melbourne is one of Australia’s most dramatic and naturally beauti-ful self-drive experiences. Departing Sydney, journey south through the placid blues and pastoral greens of the coast, to the brilliant white sands of Jervis Bay. This is a great place to stop for the first night, and take a cruise with the dol-phins. Just a short drive south is the town of Ulladulla, where you can

learn about local Aboriginal history on the “One Track For All” walk along the northern headland before continuing south to enjoy a swim at Pebbly Beach with the resident kangaroos. End your day in the vibrant holiday town of Batemans Bay, where you can feast on fresh oysters.

All along the coast are opportu-nities for bushwalking and explor-ing. Villages include Mogo, where you can experience life in a 19th century gold mining village. Then visit the pretty National Trust-listed village of Central Tilba and see traditional craftspeople at work. At the whale watching town of Eden, you will be located on a part of the coast for easy access to seaside vil-lages where you can watch majes-tic southern right and humpback whales make their annual migra-tion between May and November. Merimbula is only a short drive from Eden, or head inland and discover some of Australia's most pristine national parks with spec-tacular lookouts, abundant wildlife and many walking tracks and trails to explore.

Continue on across the border into Victoria to Gipsy Point, where you can picnic with kangaroos and feed sea eagles. See one of the world’s largest known colonies of little penguins at Gabo Island, only a short boat ride from the sea-side town of Mallacoota. Travel on towards Metung past Lakes Entrance for great fish and chips, easy walks along the lakes or beach-

es and the many photo opportuni-ties. Further on at Metung, you can sail or cruise the Gippsland Lakes, Australia’s largest inland waterway. You can even stop and snorkel or dive the granite cliffs, bright fish and multi-coloured seaweed of Wilsons Promontory Marine National Park before arriv-ing into Melbourne. Those with a little more time may decide to detour via Phillip Island to see koalas in the wild and watch fairy penguins waddle home at dusk on Summerland Beach. There’s also an option to cruise past Australia’s largest seal colony of fur seals at Seal Rocks. On the way back to Melbourne, take the time to explore the Mornington Peninsula with many wineries offering cellar door tastings and excellent restaurants.

The Heritage DriveThe inland self-drive route from

Sydney to Melbourne brings to life the pioneer spirit in the vil-lages and towns built by the early settlers, the river traders and gold miners. You can stroll down old cobbled streets lined with beau-tifully preserved buildings, and moments of the gold rush years and the elegant Victorian era that followed. Then enjoy uncovering the stories of colonial men and women in the towns’ museums, book shops and galleries and their historical sites.

The route takes in the capi-tal of Canberra, where you can visit national institutions, muse-

ums and galleries that present Australia’s unique history, coun-try, people and culture. Leaving Canberra behind, cross the border into Victoria at Albury-Wodonga and head for Rutherglen, home to the premier fortified wine produc-ing area in Australia. European history in the area goes back over 180 years, when explorers Hume and Hovell crossed the Murray River in 1824.

Continue to follow the Murray

River through the dual town-ships of Yarrawonga Mulwala and Echuca Moama. Ride the historic paddle steamers that used to oper-ate between these border towns and South Australia, where the Murray River meets the Ocean.

Travelling south into Melbourne, pass through Bendigo, where more gold was found between 1850 and 1900 than anywhere else in the world, towards Mount Macedon and through Victoria’s apple region Harcourt Valley.

Downunder RivalryMelbourne and Sydney are notorious rivals; to such a degree that in 1901 when the Commonwealth of Australia was established, competition was fierce to be named the new capital. Eventually the decision was made to create a new city specifically to become the seat of the national Government, and Canberra was created, almost equidistant between Sydney and Melbourne.

The waters are alive with many extraor-dinary species of marine life

Visit the Nation's Capital Meet the residents at Pebbly Beach

Tahitian cultural performance

Tahiti’s hidden paradise beckons those searching an authentic island escape

The coastal and heritage routes between Sydney and Melbourne are two of Australia's most popular self-drives

A pre-planned 5-day drive between Sydney and Melbourne starts at approximately $750 per person based on twin share, including accommoda-tion, car rental, maps and a detailed itinerary. For more information visit www.goway.com or call 1-888-469-2950 or your Travel Professional.

Globetrotting subscribers receive a 5% discount on the Coastal or Heritage Self-Drives.

Before or After Your Cruise...Cruising around Australia is a great way to get a taste of this vast country. However, if you want to enjoy the real flavour, you must spend some more time and see what's inside.

Here we are offering you a selec-tion of "must-see's" in the major centres and when your Qantas flights and your pre- and post- touring is booked with Goway, you are eligible for special pricing on these and many other great trips.

C'mon Downunder with Goway and enjoy a night at the Opera in Sydney or sip some of Australia's best wines in the Barossa Valley, to name just a couple of the super options available to you before or after your cruise.

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Taste wines in the Barossa Valley

Whale sharks, Ningaloo Reef

Twelve Apostles, Great Ocean Road

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Come and see why

"There's nothing like Australia"

Ayers Rock (Uluru), Northern Territory

Western Australia is famous for long days of sunshine and diverse landscapes and cli-mates. Cruise down Perth’s Swan River to Fremantle or the Swan Valley vineyards. Or visit wineries fringed by tall forests and crash-ing surf in the Margaret River. Dive with the huge whale shark on Ningaloo Reef and feed wild bottlenose dolphins at Monkey Mia. Ride a camel down Broome’s Cable Beach at sunset and four wheel drive along the remote, beautiful Dampier Peninusla. Fly over the Bungle Bungle ranges and boat down huge, man-made Lake Argyle in Kununurra. Get gold rush fever in Kalgoorlie or swim from the snow-white beaches of Esperance. Don’t miss Western Australia’s huge spaces and unique natural beauty.

CRUISE EXTENSIONS:3 day Sunny Perth $3993 day Money Mia $298

3 day Ningaloo Reef $372

SHORE EXCURSIONS & DAY TOURS:Pinnacles, Dunes and Koalas $207

Rottnest Island $175

Hop in the Barossa Valley and cycle between vineyards and churches in the Clare Valley. Lose yourself in Adelaide’s sprawling green parklands and visit the picturesque German village of Hahndorf in the Adelaide Hills. Meet native wildlife on Kangaroo Island and swim with sea lions on the Eyre Peninsula. Four wheel drive past the deep red gorges of the Flinders Ranges and soar over majestic Wilpena Pound. Swim, surf and fish on the pristine beaches of the Fleurieu Peninsula and glide past the willow-fringed banks of the Murray River on a houseboat. Dive into shipwrecks and Aboriginal history on the Yorke Peninsula. Explore the fossil-rich Naracoorte Caves on the Limestone Coast. From historic build-ings to pristine islands, you’ll love South Australia’s rich heritage and spectacular natural attractions.

CRUISE EXTENSIONS:3 day Adelaide/Barossa Valley $454

2 day Kangaroo Island $7588 day Classic South Australia $2156

SHORE EXCURSIONS & DAY TOURS:4WD Life’s a Beach $404

A Night to Remember $444Aboriginal Cultural Experience $444

Kangaroo Island Day Tour $257

You can lose and find yourself in the Northern Territory, a place rich in Aboriginal history and rugged, natural beauty. Immerse yourself in Darwin’s melting pot of cui-sines and cultures and explore the rainforest and Aboriginal rock art of World Heritage-listed Kakadu National Park. Stay in the Red Centre town of Alice Springs, then visit the iconic wonders of Uluru-Kata Tjuta and Kings Canyon. Cruise down vast Katherine Gorge and pan for gold at Tennant Creek. The Northern Territory also offers a huge array of wildlife, colourful outback characters and landscapes for outdoor adventure. toric sights and some great restaurants.

CRUISE EXTENSIONS:3 day Alice Springs & Ayers Rock $784

4 day Darwin Wildlife $1226

ALICE SPRINGS SHORE EXCURSIONS & DAY TOURS:

Sounds of Starlight Dinner & Show $91Hot Air Ballooning $282Palm Valley 4WD $134

DARWIN SHORE EXCURSIONS & DAY TOURS:

Katherine Day Tour $219Darwin Pearl Lugger Cruise $121

One Day Tiwi Islands $657

Whether you adore the arts or love the great outdoors, Victoria has something for you. The state is packed with both scenic and cultural attractions – from striking public spaces and state-of-the-art museums to heritage sites and rare wildlife. Discover the cafes and bars of Melbourne’s gothic laneways and drive the Great Ocean Road. Wind your way through the wineries of the Yarra Valley and chug down the Murray in a paddle-steamer. Swim with dol-phins on Mornington Peninsula and see fairy penguins on Phillip Island. Trek the rugged Grampians then relax in a Daylesford health spa. Bushwalk Gippsland’s coastal wilderness, hit the High Country slopes or explore the grand architecture of a Goldfields town.

CRUISE EXTENSIONS:3 day Melbourne Town $542

2 Day Great Ocean Road $252

SHORE EXCURSIONS & DAY TOURS:The Tramcar Restaurant $92Melbourne after Dark $480

Yarra Valley $117

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Explore the Blue Mountains

9 days Sydney-AdelaideCities, Wildlife and Wine

Day 1. Arrive Sydney and transfer to your hotel for the next 3 nights.

Day 2. Sydney Sightseeing. Enjoy a guided walking tour of the historic Rocks area. This afternoon take a city tour past the Opera House, Botanical Gardens and Bondi Beach.

Day 3. Canberra Day Tour. Visit Australia's capital where highlights are the War Museum, High Court, Parliament House and Mount Ainslie.

Day 4. Sydney to Adelaide. Cruise Sydney Harbour before boarding the world famous “Indian Pacific” train. Travel west in first class comfort.

Day 5. Arrive Adelaide. An afternoon arrival gives you time to enjoy Adelaide.

Day 6. Barossa Valley. Visit the Barossa Valley. Includes Wine tasting and lunch.

Day 7. Fly to Kangaroo Island. A wildlife paradise and home to a breed-ing colony of sea lions, seals, kangaroos, wallabies, koalas, echidnas, platypus and countless bird species. Overnight on the island.

Day 8. Kangaroo Island. A day touring the Island before returning to Adelaide.

Day 9. Depart Adelaide. At leisure until you are transferred to the airport for your onward flight.

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Soak up history on Hobart’s riverfront cobblestone streets and wind through the Coal Valley’s cool-climate wineries. Lose your breath at Wineglass Bay and discover ship-wrecks and diamonds on Flinders Island. Walk over Cataract Gorge, a dramatic wilder-ness in the heart of Launceston, or head to the World Heritage-listed wilderness that makes up 20 per cent of the island. See your face in Dove Lake and trek the Overland Track in Cradle-Mountain-Lake St Clair National Park, wander through dark Gondwanan rain-forest Southwest National Park and watch two wild rivers tumble through valleys as one in Franklin-Gordon Wild Rivers National Park. As well as rugged and ancient natural beauty, Tasmania has a thriving creative cul-ture, a rich history of convicts, miners and whalers and fabulous food and wine.

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Huon Valley $168Tasmanian Devils $89

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New South Wales has endless unspoilt beaches, breathtaking natural treasures and one of the world’s most famous and vibrant cities. Climb Sydney Harbour Bridge or take the ferry past the Opera House to Manly. Do a day trip to the Hunter Valley vineyards or the romantic Blue Mountains. Restore your zen on the beach in Byron Bay and see dolphins play in the clear waters of Jervis Bay. Bike ride and dive on Lord Howe Island and visit the world’s oldest ceremonial burial site at Mungo National Park. Horse ride, hike or hit the snowfields in the Snowy Mountains or head west for Tamworth’s country music and Moree’s natural artesian spas. Whatever you do in New South Wales will be an investment of time you definitely won’t regret.

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Blue Mountains Wildlife $270An Evening at the Opera House $379

Opera House Guided Tour $39Bridge Climb $199

Sun yourself on the golden sands of Surfers Paradise, snorkel through the tech-nicolour treasures of the Great Barrier Reef and four wheel drive Fraser Island. Explore the magical Daintree Rainforest with an Aboriginal guide or charter a yacht to the pristine Whitsunday Islands. Enjoy resort relaxation in Noosa, frolic on the beaches of the Capricorn Coast and see dinosaur footprints near Winton. Go diving from the gracious town of Bundaberg and bush-walk through national parks near Mackay. Visit wineries and rodeos in Southern Queensland Country and go horse riding on Townsville’s Magnetic Island. However you experience Queensland, the landscapes and lifestyle will never leave you.

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tal city, Port Moresby, we flew to Mt Hagen where we transferred up a long and winding road to our accommodation at fabulous Rondon Ridge overlooking the stunning Wahgi Valley.

The next day we travelled by road for 2 hours into the heart of the Wahgi Valley where we spent the day at the Wahgi Sing Sing, a won-drous cultural show of dancing, singing and local merriment. Here many local tribes come together in a stunning visual display of costumes, body colouring, music, chanting, and dancing…. for the whole day, a local sport field was a sea of motion, sound and colour. What made this event even more fascinating was that it was not a dis-play for tourists. In fact, we were the visual minority, as we dodged betel nut spittle, mud-spattered kids and more than few friendly stares. Our day ended with a 45 minute climb up a rock-strewn mountain to the Wahgi Guest Haus, a rustic lodge with basic facilities, but yet, a welcome respite from the day. The following day we were back to Rondon Ridge for a relaxing afternoon getting ready for our next adventure… exploring the mystical Sepik River region.

Early morning, we met our Aussie pilot at Mt Hagen airport to for our 45 minute charter flight on a 6-seater propeller plane that took us down from the Highlands to the Sepik River Basin at Karawari.

From the cool, spring-like weather of the Highlands, we arrived into the hot, humid conditions of this dense tropical lowland rainforest region, one of the great, untouched rainforests on the globe. After a short walk to the river, we board-ed a small shuttle boat for the quick ride upriver to the stunning Karawari Lodge, our home for the next 2 nights. Not only was the Lodge built to blend into the land-scape using local materials, but its’ remote location and setting on a ridge overlooking the river and jungle-clad basin makes it one the most unique lodges in the world.

We set off on our first adventure across the river to a small village for a Sago Palm making demon-stration. Sago is the staple food of the river people and the process to get it from a tree trunk to an edible flour is very labour-intensive. The end result was a bland, tortilla-like pancake that was then filled with fish or just eaten plain. Our eve-ning was one of relaxation with a sundowner on the lodge veranda, a delicious dinner (sago optional!) and a comfortable sleep in our mosquito-netted beds.

The next day was spent travel-ling up and down the tributaries in the area. Life in the Sepik Region revolves around the rivers and lakes of the basin; the waterways and the land on its fringes are their lifeline, and the day to day subsistance activities are molded to their ebb and flow. As we motored our way along, the power of the river was

evident in every twist and turn we took: narrow dug-out canoes glided by full of goods to trade, women fished or made sago, kids shrieked and splashed in the water, villag-es suddenly came in to sight and people smiled and waved wherever we looked. In the end, we visited 3 different villages each with its own unique activity to show us. In one, we watched a re-enactment of a traditional dance ceremony and observed basket weaving and bilum (handbag) making; in another, we climbed a hill to see the remnants of a Spirit House ruined in a WW2 Japanese bombing raid; and, in another, we visited the “man’s house” to view historic carvings and to learn more about the art and belief systems of the region. Being immersed for a whole day in a seemingly idyllic lifestyle that has not changed for thousands of years was deeply moving.

Our final adventure began the next morning as our 40-minute charter flight took us back up to the central mountains this time to Tari in the remote Southern Highlands Province. Amazingly, we were now in one of PNG’s most remote, undeveloped regions where the tra-ditional warrior cultures of the Huli and Duna Wigman have thrived for thousands of years. Being able to observe and interact within a world that was only “discovered” in 1935 was a surreal and humbling experi-ence. From the airport, we trans-ferred up into the mist-shrouded mountains to Ambua Lodge. We

settled in to our well-appointed huts and spent the rest of the after-noon relaxing in the lodge’s lounge area and admiring the magnificent views of the Tari Valley.

The next morning we were up before the sun to search out the elu-sive but beautiful Bird of Paradise known for its long tail feathers and revered by the Huli. Our early rise was worth the effort as we traipsed through a marshy field to view these spectacular birds. After breakfast we were off for a full day of cultural immersion into a world where clan dominance, war-like mentalities, ancestral spir-its, sorcery and pig wealth gov-ern daily life. Our day included a warrior dance demonstration by yellow-faced Huli tribesmen, a visit

to a Duna Wigmen ceremony to learn more about these elaborate and flamboyant headdresses and a visit and walkabout in a local village. After another full day of overwhelming sensory experienc-es, Ambua was a welcome retreat before embarking on our journey home the next morning.

On May 4, 2011, Virgin Australia touched down for the first time at Sydney Airport, signaling the dawn of a new travel experience for all. Significantly, the com-pany will introduce the “Virgin Australia” name and brand for both its domestic and international operations, allowing it to build one strong brand that will be recog-nized globally.

Virgin Australia Airlines will implement one look and feel across all of its airlines in order to encap-sulate its seamless proposition of style, quality and competitive prices to leisure and business travellers.

Virgin Australia Airlines’ first ever CEO John Borghetti said the con-solidation of the brand into one was a pivotal point in the airline’s Game Change Program and built on the significant announcements made in recent months.

“From today, Virgin Australia will operate domestically in Australia. By the end of the year, our inter-

national product V Australia and Pacific Blue will also operate under the Virgin Australia name.”New Name, New Logo

To accurately reflect its trans-formation into a genuinely glob-al airline, The Virgin Blue group of airlines changed its name to Virgin Australia Airlines, giving the company one name across all four of its airlines. Designed by Hans Hulsbosch, the airlines cre-ative director, the company’s new logo ties in with the airline’s mod-ern direction. Hulsbosch created the new branding with modern Australia in mind. The simple but striking design brings a clean con-temporary feel to the entire brand. Routes and Alliances

As a key part of the strategy to create a truly global airline Virgin Australia Airlines CEO and Managing Director, John Borghetti, set about establishing new allianc-es with several major carriers. At the beginning of the year, Virgin

Australia announced a codesharing agreement with Air New Zealand to improve efficiencies across both networks, then in February 2011, an alliance with Abu Dhabi-based airline Etihad was announced. Virgin Australia Airlines now con-nects with Etihad’s extensive net-work of more than 100 destina-tions across Europe, the UK and the Middle East. A strategic alli-ance with Skywest has increased the Australian destinations on the network. An exciting codeshare agreement with Delta Air Lines to include over 200 additional des-tinations in the US, Australia and New Zealand was also announced.Exterior Makeover

Hulsbosch was very keen to mod-ernize and simplify the exterior design of Virgin Australia Airlines’ aircraft, ultimately choosing white to offset the bold red Virgin logo. He decided on white because the simple, stark shade combined with the bright red logo created a modern, graphic look that con-nects closer to the Virgin brand. An added dimension of the new design is the contemporized version of the ‘flying lady’ near the cockpit. Interior makeover

The new-look aircraft interiors were designed to offer passengers a luxury experience combining relaxation, comfort and outstand-ing service. Hulsbosch wanted the

onboard experience to be relaxing, smart and subtle. Purple has been used extensively, which Hulsbosch believes is a very contemporary, unique color. The creative team designed the interior in such a way that the key colors – charcoal, white and red – will always be the core. The redesigned 737 interiors will feature Boeing’s innovative new Sky Interiors. These cabins feature larg-er overhead cabins that take up less space because of the hinged doors, the use of rounded edges to give a more relaxing, organic feel, an LED lighting system that can portray different color schemes and larger window reveals.New-Look Uniforms

Australian fashion designer, and winner from the first series of Project Runway Australia, Juli Grbac, designed the Virgin Australia uniforms. Grbac was aware she was creating more than a fashion piece. The uniforms are worn for up to 17 hours at a time, so Grbac was focused on both form and function. The uniform is a strik-ing balance between ’60s glamour and contemporary elegance. Grbac chose cherry red as the main color in the uniforms because it’s a shade of red that suits every skin tone.Domestic Business Class

To create an airline that appeals across all market sectors, Virgin Australia Airlines has introduced

Business Class on its domestic routes. Both the new Airbus A330s and the 737s will be fitted out with new stylish Economy and Business cabins designed by Hulsbosch. The stark black and white colour scheme makes the space look clean, simple and modern, while allow-ing for future updates and splashes of color. Along with the colors, the seats in both Business and Economy are another new element. The creative team used Porsche rac-ing seats as inspiration to make the most comfortable seat for flying. More to come…

Virgin Australia Airlines has only just started changing the game. Stay tuned for more announcements from the airline. New routes and alliances will soon be announced. Improvements across the service will be rolled out. That won’t be all!

V Australia operates daily service from Los Angeles to Sydney, four times weekly to Brisbane, and three times weekly to Melbourne. V Australia's transpacific flights offer connections to over forty cities in Australia and New Zealand.

Goway's strong partnership with the Virgin Australia group of airlines gets Globetrotters access to some very spe-cial promotional airfares at GowayAir (Goway's Airfare Experts division) as well as very attractive "through fares" to Los Angeles from most major air-ports in Canada and the USA.

Meet the BrandThe past year has seen Virgin Australia Airlines undergo a redesign. We take you through the trans-formation.

LEFT: Virgin Australia Airlines has only just started changing the game RIGHT:The new-look aircraft interiors were designed to offer passengers a luxury experience

Virgin Australia's new uniforms are a striking blance between 60's glamour and contemporary elegance

Barbara Norton in a land where "stone age" traditions still prevail

Barbara Norton is the General Manager of Goway’s GROUPSOnly division. Her team caters to special interest groups of any size.

For individuals, Goway recom-mends a 10 day Jungle Lodges and MV Sepik Spirit River Cruise priced from $6308. Also available are 9, 11 and 12 day experiences and, at certain times, 10/12 night Expedition Cruises. Full details are available on request.


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Don’t be fooled by stereotypes of travelling in a motorhome; nowa-days companies such as the top Australia and New Zealand special-ist Maui are leading the market with uniquely designed, specialist vehicles that cater to a variety of travellers.

Maui custom design and build their vehicles, and continually innovate to deliver the best camp-ervan holidays in the world. Their focus is on exceptional comfort, space and style. A recent example is the Platinum series where the objective was to create interiors that optimise space, comfort and style with exquisite attention to detail.

“Maui’s basic premise is to cre-ate a superlative vehicle that meets and exceeds the expectations of our renters. With a number of com-petitors in the market, we strive

to ensure that our vehicles can-not be beaten in terms of conve-nience and style” commented Sales and Marketing Manager for Maui, Damian Sever. “We also place huge importance on selecting the best chassis for our motorhomes to be built on. For the Platinum series we choose Mercedes and Volkswagen for their superior reliability and performance”.

Catering for up to 6 people, the newly designed “Platinum” motorhomes offer all of the space and conveniences of a studio apartment. From the “Platinum Beach” which is ideal for a cou-ple (although is comfortable for up to 4 people) to the spacious “Platinum Forest” that sleeps up to 6. All vehicles offer room to stretch out in by creating two separate liv-ing areas. For ultimate comfort, the

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Island Hopping with Air Pacific

Air Pacific’s tagline “The world’s friendliest people. . .the world’s friendliest airline” is apt. The air-line captures the spirit of Fijian warmth and friendliness, which is renowned throughout the world by its warm welcome “Bula!”. Your vacation begins the moment you step onboard Air Pacific.

Air Pacific offers an extensive route network thoughout the South and North Pacific flying to 17 cities in 11 countries, including Australia, New Zealand, Samoa, Tonga, Vanuatu, The Solomons, Tuvalu, Kiribati and Hong Kong, with the added benefit of a free stopover in Fiji, making it an ideal base for island hopping around the South Pacific. Alternatively, travellers can fly to a range of Fijian islands with

Pacific Sun, Air Pacific’s regional carrier.

Fiji itself is comprised of 330 islands, and near to the gateway of Nadi is the beautiful Coral Coast on the sheltered southern side of the main island. The temperate climate and great variety of accom-modation - from international resorts to self-contained 'bure' cot-tages - make it a popular retreat. The pristine waters and reefs create an underwater paradise for snorkel-ling and diving. You can also take in the Sigatoka Sand Dunes, where shifting sands and archaeological digs continue to reveal skeletons and pottery artifacts dating back to 15 BC.

To explore Fiji’s outer islands, there are two key island groups - The Mamanuca (pronounced Mah-mah-noo-tha) islands and the Yasawa Islands. The Mamanuca islands are volcanic, having been pushed up from the ocean floor in a gigantic earthquake thousands of years ago. The Yasawa Islands have a different ambience, and are char-acterized by the isolated beaches, cliffs, bays and reefs, unspoiled by tourist development.

For Globetrotters looking for a complementary island destina-tion to Fiji, the most popular and accessible nearby destinations are Samoa and Tonga.

SamoaBrushed by the cool trade winds

of the South Pacific and in the very heart of Polynesia, lies the Samoan Archipelago. The islands of history, myth and legends, and

home to Samoans for thousands of years are islands of extraordinary beauty. Turquoise lagoons lap onto unspoiled white sand beaches lined with coconut palms, where cascad-ing waterfalls, rich green rainfor-ests, and mist enshrouded moun-tain peaks are all contained within a sparkling necklace of reefs.

TongaTonga is epitomized by its relaxed

and unhurried South Pacific pace. Nudging the international dateline, in a time zone of its own, the Kingdom of Tonga is the first land to see the dawn of each new day. It's an independent constitution-al monarchy and the only South Pacific country never to have been colonized, and these remarkably

diverse islands reflect the natural beauty of ancient Polynesia. Truly deserving of the romantic descrip-tion of being the land - "where time begins".

The world's friendliest people... the world's friendliest airline

Traditional Samoan culture

Tonga is epitomized by its relaxed and unhurried South Pacific pace

Goway’s 13-day Fiji and Samoa escape starts from $2779 and includes round-trip airfare from Vancouver with Air Pacific, 6 nights Fiji and 4 nights in Samoa at the iconic Aggie Grey’s Hotel, plus transfers and break-fast daily. The 12-day Fiji and Tonga option starts from $2694 and includes 5 nights in Fiji and 4 nights in Tonga at Fafa Island Resort.

From Canada, flights are conve-niently scheduled from Vancouver via codeshare and Frequent Flyer partner, Alaska Airlines, to the Air Pacific gate-ways of Los Angeles and Honolulu. For the third straight year, Air Pacific was named the best airline in the South Pacific by the readers of Global Traveler.


GOWAY’S LATIN AMERICA TRAVEL PLANNER FOR CENTRAL AND SOUTH AMERICA (PAGE 22) FEATURES 13 DESTINATIONS

TRAVEL LATIN AMERICA

By Stephanie Pearson The following excerpt from "A Left

Turn at the End of the World" is reprinted with permission from the March 2010 issue of Outside Magazine.

Unlike the ultra-regulated Galápagos, the Falklands' minus-cule number of land-based tour-ists (1,716 last year) allows guests freedom to interact with wildlife. That, combined with the wide-open spaces and the difficulty in

accessing sites, is why the Falklands have become a mandatory stop for extreme birders.

"Only lucky people get to go to Steeple Jason," a local told me earlier this morning as the Condor picked us up from a pier on Carcass Island at 6 A.M. But I'm beginning to think that, of the 6.7 billion peo-ple in the world, some of the lucki-est are the 2,478 Falkland Islanders.

It took me a few days to figure

that out. After a 90-minute flight from Punta Arenas, Chile, I landed at Mount Pleasant, the British mili-tary base on East Falkland, south-west of the capital of Stanley….

If I hadn't flown from Punta Arenas, the only other way for an American like me to arrive would be to hop an Antarctica-bound cruise ship in South America. Last year, the country received more than 62,000 cruise-ship day-trip-pers. All of them land in Stanley or a few outlying, wildlife-rich islands, leaving the rest of the country untouched for the fly-in tourists, most of whom come to see the thousands of penguins….

Life in Stanley, home to 2,115 of the islands' residents, takes on a rogue British flair. The brightly col-ored tin roofs, red phone booths, and flapping Union Jacks are a quirky, cheerful antidote to the raw surroundings……..Falkland Islanders are a solitary lot. When you live on an archipelago slight-ly larger than Connecticut, DIY becomes your modus operandi, a trait I'll discover over and over again during my two-week visit to Stanley and "camp," the term they use to describe the wilds beyond their civilized little capital.

"I just love this place," Jonathan

Shackleton tells me. The author of Shackleton: An Irishman in Antarctica, the 58-year-old is a cousin to Lord Edward Shackleton, the youngest son of the famed Antarctic explorer Ernest. Lord Edward Shackleton authored “The Shackleton Report,” an important post-conflict document that en-couraged Falkland Islanders to stop absentee land ownership by the United Kingdom and establish the 150-mile fishing zone.

Jonathan, a strapping Irishman, is on his way to Antarctica as a lecturer aboard the Ocean Nova, a small luxury expedition cruise ship that caters mostly to well-heeled

retirees. The ship has stopped off at Carcass, a 4,250-acre island 109 miles northwest of Stanley, so that the guests can get a taste of Falklands hospitality.

“My cousin Eddie had a real sym-pathy for the Falkland Islanders,” Shackleton says. “They have a very strong appreciation for roots and history, and they’re very deter- mined and courageous people.”

A Left Turn at the End of the WorldIt's in the middle of nowhere, populated by quirky sheep farmers, and just a foot-note in British military history. But the world is finally discovering what Darwin found out 176 years ago: The Falkland Islands are one of the last great wildlife destinations on the planet….

The Falkland Islands are one of the last great wildlife destinations on the planet...

Life in Stanley takes on a rogue British flare

Easter Island's Unsolved Mystery

When the Polynesians arrived, they found a somewhat lush island, but with limited resources. Over the centuries that followed, soci-ety developed and the population grew substantially. For reasons still unknown they began carving giant statues out of volcanic rock. These monuments, known as "moai" are some of the most incredible, and to this day – most mysterious, ancient relics ever discovered.

These moai stand as much as 20 feet tall, and represented the ances-tors of the Easter Islanders, looking over their descendents and their settlement (hence most of the moai look inland).

As the population grew, so did the demands on the environment. Residents cut down trees to use the logs to transport the moai to their

resting points, and to make boats and shelters. As the island became deforested and overpopulated (the total land area is only a little over 60 square miles), there was a shift in society away from worshipping the deities of their ancestors in favour of one particular powerful leader. Selection of the leader, or “Bird Man” led to competition for power. This led to greater competi-tion between tribes, resulting in an increase in moai being carved and transported around the islands, aggravating the deforestation to the point that is was so extreme that society became unbalanced

Without trees to make boats and nets for fishing (or boats to flee the island), islanders took to cannibal-ism. It is claimed that by the time the Europeans arrived in the 1700's, not a single tree stood more than

10feet tall.

The first recorded contact with Europeans was on Easter Sunday 1722 when Dutch navigator Jacob Roggeveen visited the island. He was followed by Spanish and British Explorers (including James Cook), and passing ships reported a relatively small population that was hostile to attempts to land.

In 1862, Peruvian slave traders removed some of the population (it is estimated that around half of the islanders were taken or killed) and when finally they were repatri-ated, diseases such as smallpox and tuberculosis were introduced to the population. After missionaries evacuated islanders to the Gambier Islands, the population dwindled to less than 200, and much of the cultural knowledge of the Islanders

was lost.

Officially now a special territory of Chile, Easter Island is not as inac-cessible and remote as many may think. The Island can be reached via a 6 hour flight from Santiago or a 4 hour flight from Tahiti. Today Easter Island remains a land of mystery, somewhat tranquil and peaceful, and more and more peo-ple are heading into the middle of the pacific to immerse themselves in one of the world’s most mysteri-ous ancient civilizations.

Goway Travel offers Easter Island as an extension to Chile, Argentina, or the South Pacific Islands. A 3 day “Basics” tour including accom-modation, transfers and a full day tour of the island to view the moai. More information is available at www.goway.com

Easter Island is one of the most isolated inhabited islands in the world. It charts an incredible history of settlement, civilization and decline since Polynesian seafarers arrived (estimated to be between the 8th and 12th Centuries). The island is referred to in modern times as an example of the fragility of the environment and mans’ reliance on natural resources, and the consequences of irreversibly damaging the environment.

The moai stand as much as 20 feet tall, and represented the ancestors of the Easter Islanders, looking over their descendents and their settlement

For Globetrotters, Goway offers independent and escorted

travel ideas for the most interesting places in the

following countries, Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia, Argentina,

Uruguay, Brazil, Chile, Falkland Islands, Antarctica, Costa Rica, Panama, Honduras, Belize and Guatemala.

8 days Voyage GalapagosLegend from $3698La Pinta from $5668

Odyssey Grand from $3901Amazon River Cruise

4 days from $1200Comfort Peru

13 days from $2820Rapa Nui Easter Island

3 days from $468Patogonia Complete

8 days from $4592Rio Carnaval

6 days from $2255Costa Rica Elements

7 days from $1224World of the Maya10 days from $2232Luxury Inca Trail10 days from $5430Antarctica Dream11 days from $6900

South America Classic8 days from $2195

The Conquistador and The Explorer

10 days from $6715

Active AdventuresFor all destinations we offer

active adventure experiences.

Goway offers two 8 day itinerar-ies in the Falklands, starting from $2575. There is also an exciting 17 day Falklands to Ushuaia Antarctic Cruise on the Ocean Nova from $10,395. International airfares are not included.


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1. Chimbacalle Train Station

When the Eloy Alfaro train sta-tion opened in 1908, travellers and merchants could easily journey between Quito and the port city of Guayaquil. It became the most important railway in the country, and an economic hub was created around the station. By the 1970’s the railroad had all but disappeared with the arrival of the road network and steam vehicles, and eventually the commercial movement moved to another sector of the city.

In 2009, as the railway station was declared a patrimonial monu-ment of the city, restoration works began, introducing the station as a tourist attraction point. Nowadays Chimbacalle's neighbourhood is once again lively with tourists and residents, home to cafes, gather-ing points, museums and cultural attractions.

2. La Compañía de JesúsConstructed in the year 1605, the

Church “La Compañía de Jesús” is considered to be the most impor-tant religious colonial building left by the Spanish, becoming interna-tionally recognized when UNESCO included it among the 100 most important buildings in the world.

Finally completed in 1765, the façade resembles the Gesú church in Rome, and inside, visitors dis-cover a dramatic painting repre-

senting The Final Judgment and Hell, plus a series of 16 life-sized prophets of the Old Testament. In 1767, just two years after the com-pletion of the church, the Jesuits were expelled from the American colonies, for fear of their political and religious power. The Jesuits returned definitively to Quito in 1861.

The church has survived several earthquakes, and a tragic fire, but now, after almost twelve years and an investment of millions of dol-lars, the magnificent building has been restored to its former glory.

3. Plaza de San Francisco

The Plaza de San Francisco is one of the largest plazas in Quito, and home to San Francisco Church and Convent, which are considered amongst the largest architectural complexes in the Americas, with its characteristic and immediately rec-ognizable twin church bell towers and white washed walls.

Construction began in 1550 (tak-ing 70 years to complete), only 16 years after the Spanish founda-tion of Quito. Originally, the plaza was a marketplace where people from the Pacific Coast, Andes and Amazon Basin would come to trade their products.

The complex was built by Francisco Cantuña. Legend has it that he made a pact for his soul

with the Devil in exchange for the completion of the Church. The Devil, eager to receive the soul of Cantuña, helped him to complete the monumental work with armies of devils. Upon the completion of the church, he demanded Cantuña hand over his soul. Cantuña insist-ed on first examining the devil’s work and, on inspection, discov-ered one stone missing, thus saving his soul, the Devil’s work incom-plete.

4. Basílica del Voto Nacional

Construction of this Church was ordered by Ecuadorian president García Moreno, but he never even saw them break ground on the con-struction, having been assassinated in 1875. The project was eventu-ally contracted to a French archi-tect who completed the sketches in 1896, and was inspired by Bourges Cathedral.

Towering 117 meters above the city, the gothic structure is visible from most corners of the city; it is one of Quito's most impressive temples, adorned with gargoyles inspired by the country's wildlife, including armadillos, iguanas, and Galapagos tortoises.

Visitors can enjoy incredible views of Quito’s old and new towns by climbing the stairs of the main tower (for those without the energy or inclination, there is also a lift!).

5. Plaza de la Independencia(Plaza Grande)

Plaza Grande, also known as Plaza de la Independencia, is Quito's main square, located in the heart of the Historic Centre. Although it wasn't the first city square, it has been an essential meeting place since the 16th Century; witness to the many of the country's most important events. It is surrounded by what are known as the four pillars of society: the Cathedral, the Presidential Palace, the Archbishop's Palace and City Hall.

In the early 20th Century, a monument was constructed in commemoration of the 100 years

of the Declaration of Ecuador's Independence. It consists of three main bodies: below, a dying lion that represents the defeated Spanish troops. In the middle is the Condor, an icon of Andean nations breaking free from the chains of oppression; on top, is the Goddess Libertas, Roman deity that represents free-dom, holding a torch in her hand.

6. Iglesia de la Virgen del Quinche

El Quinche is a small colonial town not far from Quito, and is a town of aboriginal population; yet unfortunately, there is no pre-cise information about the town's foundation.

The people were conquered by the Incas and later by the Spanish. During an earthquake in Quito, the first Sanctuary dedicated to the Virgin of The Quinche, together with other temples and Churches was destroyed. Built with lime and brick, the current Sanctuary was constructed in the year of 1927.

7. Virgen del PanecilloBuilt in 1976 by the Spanish

Agustín de la Herrán Matorral, the 45 metre high monument is a shrine to The Winged Virgin of

Quito. The Panecillo is a popular place to visit, day or night, to buy souvenirs or a magical place to have dinner.

Visitors can also climb up inside the base of the 70-metre Virgin to a lookout tower at her feet with stunning views of the capital. The inside displays black-and-white photographs of the building of the structure.

During the nine days running up to Christmas, hundreds of visitors come to join in the evening carols sung in the shadow of this giant celebratory structure.

The 8th wonder of Quito is its people, who welcome visitors with open arms.

Seven Wonders of QuitoSan Francisco de Quito, most often called Quito, is the capital city of Ecuador, and the second largest city in terms of population after Guayaquil. Quito is most often visited as the gateway to other Ecadorian destinations, including the Galapagos Islands and the Amazon. Because of its altitude and location near the equator, Quito enjoys eternal spring time. The city itself was founded in the 16th Century on the ruins of an Inca city and has an incredible historic centre. In late summer 2011, the Quito Visitor’s Bureau developed a new theme sightsee-ing route offering the “7 Maravillas” (wonders) that guides visitors past the sites. Clockwise from left: The Winged Virgin of Quito, the Church of San Francisco, the

Basiliica del Voto Nacional, and charm of historic central Quito

Nestled deep within the val-ley of towering Andean volca-noes, at 2,800m (around 10,000 feet) above sea level, Quito is the largest historic centre in the Americas. Host to 40 churches and chapels, 16 convents and monasteries, 17 plazas, 12 chap-ter rooms and refectories, 12 museums and countless court-yards, Quito’s historical heritage is unmatched in the Americas.

In 1978 UNESCO recognized Quito as a World Heritage Site, and the city’s authorities have since transformed the old town, reclaiming its elegant public spaces. New museums and cul-tural centres have been opened up, and countless buildings restored.Traditional colonial Spanish architectureVisit Otavalo Market - a shoppers delight just outside of Quito

FIRST CITY NAMED WORLD HERITAGE

A typical 3-day stopover in Quito starts from $220 and includes two nights accommodation, transfers, some meals and a city tour includ-ing entrance fees. For those exploring mainland Ecuador, the Devils Nose Railway (a series of switchback tracks that allow the train to travel uphill towards Cuenca) is a great extension idea for an overnight journey and starts from $615. For more infor-mation on packages to Quito and Ecuador, visit www.goway.com.


By Bronwyn Hodge “See you in `Nam!” …were

my parting words to my two best friends before embarking on a 3-month backpacking experience around South East Asia. My friends who were later joining me had lim-ited time and planned to meet me in Saigon, where we would work our way up the narrow coastline to Hanoi, and they would fly home afterwards.

Prior to this trip, I had been working in Goway’s Asia team for almost two years, and as one of our most popular destinations I felt confident I knew what Vietnam was all about…. But after spending 3 weeks traversing the country from top to bottom, I realize how you “don’t know til you go” and how many amazing unique experiences this country offers.

With easy connections to neigh-bouring Laos, Cambodia and Thailand, Vietnam is a great inser-tion to a multi-destination Asian itinerary. It also makes a perfect destination on its own as there is a range of exciting tours and easy links to international flights.

The first thing I would tell a pro-spective traveller now is to “Buckle up... there is a lot to see and do!” A journey through Vietnam is fas-cinating…The cities fast-paced, the pristine beaches will exceed expec-tations, and the history and com-plex culture is captivating… Not to mention the nation’s obsession with Pho (noodle soup eaten at any time of day) or the millions of motorbikes weaselling through the streets with entire families on board.

My first taste of Vietnam began

in Phu Quoc, described by Lonely Planet as “everything a tropical island is supposed to be”. With stunning white-sand beaches, and a relaxed atmosphere it certainly lived up to this description. We then took a short flight into Saigon (also known as Ho Chi Minh City) where my North American friends had arrived and immediately realized… Saigon is intense! The streets were bursting with people, motorbikes, ambitious vendors and it took us forever to simply cross the street! However, we quickly adapted and enjoyed discovering the markets, delicious cuisine, an enlightening War Remnants museum, and a day excursion to the Cu Chi tunnels, which displays the vast network of underground tunnels used during the war. A guided tour allowed us to ascend into the tunnel (for those who are not claustrophobic) to give an appreciation of life during this time.

A 6 hour train journey (or a 55 min flight) bought us to the popu-

lar beach locale of Nha Trang. We tried parasailing along the beach and took a snorkelling tour out to the other islands. Here we spot-ted locals using “Coracles”: round bamboo boats that looked like

massive soup bowls used for fish-ing.

After a 75 min flight, we were in Danang, followed by a 30 min drive to the ancient trading town of Hoi An. The entire town is a UNESCO world heritage site, renowned for its world class tailors (read: a shop-per’s paradise), centuries old hous-es and famous Japanese bridge. Paper lanterns light up the streets at night and the town is literally glow-ing. This was my favourite spot. We enjoyed a hands-on cooking class where we cooked Lemongrass Beef Wrapped in Banana Leaf, and tradi-tional rice paper rolls.

We then flew up to Hue and visited the old Imperial complex, the Citadel and the Forbidden city, and the many tombs of the emper-ors… with an area of 500 ha, we wished we had allowed for more time! An evening flight brought us into Vietnam’s capital, Hanoi...another bustling city. One of the most interesting sites was seeing the streams of locals lined up for hours to pay their tribute at Ho Chi Minh's guarded Mausoleum. The nearby museum is dedicated to his life and work.

To relax from the city life, an overnight on a junk boat to the famed Halong Bay is a must! Tons of tourists flock here daily, so we were glad to have splurged on a boat that took us to a more remote area, where we relaxed, went sea-kayaking, and ate lots of sea food.

Upon our arrival back into Hanoi, I bid farewell to my friends, who were envious that my holiday was not over and continued north

by overnight train to the former hill resort area of Sapa, run by the ethnic minority hill tribes. I went trekking through the mountains, guided by local women and had an overnight in a local homestay. The scenic rice terraces were stunning… except when things got a bit slip-pery and I fell into a muddy rice paddy!

Six months later, when I look back on all the amazing experiences that were enjoyed in Vietnam, I strongly recommend it as a destina-tion that should be included in a visit to South East Asia.

Bronwyn is Goway's Asia Product and Marketing Co-ordinator

One of the true joys of travelling is finding the kind of place where you can do almost anything – the kind of place where the mountains aren’t far from the sea and the seasons change frequently but still maintain a life of their own. At first glance, Japan might not seem like that kind of place; besides, it’s about the size of California. However, Japan offers a wealth of experiences, climates, and diverse expanses of scenery which change with each season and are bound to leave an unmistakable impression on those that visit.

Stretching just over 1,700 miles from North to South with numer-

ous mountain ranges and thou-sands of islands, Japan is one of the few places in the world where you could spend a day in May hit-ting the ski slopes in the morning, unwind in a natural hot spring bath before lunch, board a bullet train to get to the city just two hours later, attend a festival, grab a few beers at the local pub, and go surfing on the coast of the Pacific Ocean just a few hours later.

Of course, most people would probably prefer to spend a spring day in Japan sitting under the cherry blossom trees, or sakura, in bloom. If that sounds good, you can choose to picnic in Tokyo, where seemingly half the city heads to the park to party with friends under the blossoms. If you’re look-ing for something a little more low-key, try the old Samurai ham-let of Kakunodate, where “weep-ing willow” sakura overlook a river running by centuries-old samurai homes.

In the summertime, guests can head to one of Japan’s many fes-tivals. Some of the world’s largest fireworks displays can be seen here, such as the massive display over Lake Suwa in mountainous Nagano Prefecture. Speaking of mountains, tourists can climb Japan’s iconic Mount Fuji in the summer months to take in views of the country from its highest point. Those that seek a less intense vacation don’t need to worry; hundreds of seaside hotels will be more than happy to provide you with a breathtaking view from your room – or the comfort of their

outdoor hot spring.

When fall arrives, a stroll along the temple-lined streets of Kyoto becomes even more enchanting as the fall colors repaint the hills and mountains around the city. Take a train to the Arashiyama area of town to wander the bamboo groves, or head east to Hakone, where one can appreciate the leaves from a boat cruise across lakes nestled among the mountains. The fall is also a good time to appreci-ate Japan’s culinary offerings, like mikan mandarin oranges from Kyushu or a steak of Kobe’s world-renowned beef.

Speaking of Kobe, the city trans-forms into a wonderland of light in December, when the Kobe Luminarie – a gift to Kobe from Italy after the 1995 earthquake – illuminates the city. In February, head north to Sapporo to see the ice and snow sculptures of the

Sapporo Snow Festival or the snow covered “frozen trees” near the ski slopes in Yamagata. Of course, if the cold makes you wish for the warm embrace of summer, worry not – the beaches of Okinawa will be more than happy to accommo-date you.

Aside from the festivals and events, many regions of Japan are known for their specific culi-nary offerings, like the flavorful ramen found in Sapporo, rich fried Kushiage in Osaka and the end-less selection of sushi and other fish dishes, which usually feature the local catch of the day. Ancient temples and shrines can be found around the country, many of which are free to visit. If it’s shopping you’re after, Japan has it in spades – the fashion and arts paradise of Harajuku, local flea markets, modern malls and even one of the world’s largest underground shop-

ping areas (it’s in Osaka if you’re curious) all await your visit.

Most of all, the best reason to visit Japan is the spirit of hospital-ity – or omotenashi – that make it one of the friendliest places a traveler could ever visit. Tourists often come back from Japan with tales of how locals tried to help them find their way or make them feel welcome – even if the language barrier got in the way. Perhaps that is the one thing about Japan that doesn’t change from place to place; wherever you go, you’ll always feel welcome.

Goway’s ASIA Experts offer over 30 different ways for you to expe-rience and enjoy Japan. For more information call your favorite agent or visit www.goway.com/Japan.

Japan: Perfect Year-Round

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Mount Fuji and Cherry Blossoms at Lake Kawaguchi. Tourists can climb to Japan's iconic mountain in summer

Japan is safe and open for business as reported by Goway clients and staff (including Diane Molzan, Goway’s Gen-eral Manager for Asia, above) who have visited this wonderful destination since their tragic earthquake and Tsunami.

TRAVEL IDEAS

We enjoyed a hands-on cooking class where we cooked Lemongrass Beef Wrapped in Banana Leaf, and traditional rice paper rolls.

Vietnam is famous for delicious cuisine

Goway offers many ways to ex-perience Vietnam from stopover ideas in Saigon and Hanoi to

resort stays on some of the most beautiful beaches in the world. Very popular are 3 different in-

clusive journeys between Saigon and Hanoi as follows:

Classic Vietnam 7 Days from $1297

Vietnam Showcase 13 Days from $2445

Reunification Express 15 days from $1301

For full details of itineraries and price inclusions, please request Goway’s ASIA Travel Planner or

visit www.goway.com


Everyone has heard of The Great Wall, the Terracotta Warriors and the Yangtze River; but near to these iconic attractions are several places that can take visitors a little “off the beaten track” and enhance the expe-rience a traveller enjoys in China.

Chengdu and environsChengdu draws many visitors to

see the Giant Pandas at the Chengdu Research Base. The base is home to over 80 giant pandas that have been bred in captivity (no pandas have

been taken from the wild in over 20 years). After a morning visit to the Panda Base, visitors may opt to travel 2 hours to Leshan, home to the Giant Buddha. Included by UNESCO in 1966 on the list of the World Heritage sites, the giant carved Buddha statue (the largest in the world) took over 90 years to carve, completed in the year 803. The Buddha is 71 meters (about 233 feet) high, and was the concept of a monk called Hai Tong who initiated the project in the hope that the Buddha

would protect the locals from boat accidents. The Buddha was nearly destroyed by wind and rain erosion, until in 1963 the Chinese govern-ment began repair work. At present, the maintenance work is in progress under the instruction of experts from UNESCO.

XianThe Terracotta Warriors of Emperor

Qin Shi Huang, are one of the most popular attractions of China. The figures, dating from 3rd century BC, were discovered in 1974, and are incredible for the sheer number (cur-rent estimates are that there were over 8,000 soldiers, 130 chariots with 520 horses and 150 cavalry horses). However, nearby are two religious sites, including Big Wild Goose Pagoda, a holy place for Buddhists, and the Great Mosque of Xian, which is still used by Chinese Muslims as a place of worship.

GuilinFor many, a cruise on the Li River is

a “must” when they visit Guilin; and former president Nixon said "I have visited more than 80 countries and over a hundred cities. I have found that no city can surpass the beauty of Guilin. Guilin is really a bright pearl in China." With restricted time to see as much as possible of China during a visit, most travellers opt for a 40-minute river cruise. Those with more time enjoy the leisurely 4-5 hour cruise to Yangshuo, a mecca for climbers but also the base for the spectacular folk musical, "Impression Liu Sanjie", a popular outdoors per-formance of 600 singers and dancers. The Li River actually forms the stage, and the mountains provide a spec-tacular backdrop to the sound and light extravaganza. Yangshuo is also a great place to explore by bicycle

along cobbled streets and to the sur-rounding farmland.

BeijingMost tours of Beijing will take

in the Forbidden City, the Temple of Heaven and the Great Wall; few visitors get to explore the old areas of Beijing – including the Hutongs. Hutongs are traditional narrow streets, or alleys, that link traditional courtyard residences into neighbour-hoods. With Western development and demolition of buildings to cre-ate new roads and buildings, there are less hutongs to be visited, though some have been designated as pro-tected areas in an attempt to preserve this aspect of Chinese cultural his-tory.

China's Hidden Treasures

ALL GOWAY TRAVEL IDEAS CAN BE BOOKED THROUGH YOUR FAVOURITE TRAVEL PROFESSIONAL

1. Splendours of India is the name of one of Goway’s most pop-ular small group tours. This trip has it all. Even though travel in India can be thoroughly rewarding, it can be equally exhausting at the same time. Our Splendours program allows our globetrotters the chance to appreciate the sights and smells of India in all it’s glory yet still offers a soft place to fall at night. Because it’s all-inclusive, travellers need not worry about the hassles of tipping each and every local guide bell boy, waiter, shoe shiner and so on. The hotels used enroute are of exceptional quality and we

even stay in a fort once belonging to the Maharajas! Talk about being treated like royalty. In addition, the group is lead by an experienced Goway tour director who is on hand to bridge the gap in cultures between east and west.

2. Classic India is a private tour - the name says it all. This trip is a classic! We’ve pieced together the most popular destinations in an itinerary that will be sure to please, but what’s best, it can be modified anyway you choose. Maybe you are intrigued by the palaces of the Maharajas and wish to extend your

stay in Udaipur, or add in a balloon safari over the Amber Fort in Jaipur, consider it done. This Goway origi-nal journey is great for those who want things their way.

3. Essential India – Group tour-ing of India, the more the merrier. This fast paced value tour offers globetrotters with limited time a facinating look at India’s famous Golden Triangle. A legendary route that runs from Delhi to Agra to Jaipur and back. We also offer the circuit by private vehicle.

4. Kathmandu to Delhi - this is Adventurous India. This fantastic 15-day journey combines trains, jeeps, canoes, boats, cycle rickshaw, auto rickshaws and even local buses to move our globetrotters from Delhi to Kathmandu. Along the way, visit Nepal’s Chitwan National Park, Buddha’s birthplace. Cross into India and soak up the spiri-tuality of Varanasi before taking a slow riverboat down the Ganges to see the stone temples of Orchha, the iconic Taj Mahal. End the adventure in the street markets of Delhi. The true adventurous soul

will not be disappointed by this Goway favourite.

5. India by Rail – India boasts the world’s 4th largest rail network behind the US, Russia and China. Goway offers 3 rail packages. From the opulent 8 day Maharaja Express (a luxury 5 star journey that travels between Delhi to Mumbai), to the Palace on Wheels and the Deccan Odyssey which explores the south-ern regions. Rail enthusiasts will appreciate this unique way to see this fascinating country.

6. India by Houseboat. Climb aboard your own private house-boat and navigate the backwaters of the scenic south. The canals are bordered by sleepy villages, rice paddies and palm fronds. Watch local fisherman catch their evening meals while relaxing with a book as you float down the whimsical waterways.

6 Ways to See IndiaIndia, a country so vast, with a variety of landscapes, colours, textures, smells, religions, festivals and home to so many people, its not a surprise that Goway of-fers many ways to explore this land of diversity. Whether you prefer to rest your head in opulent palaces or majestic forts or aboard a private houseboat meander-ing down a lazy river in the south, there is a potpourri of options for globetrotters to choose from. Ride a camel through the deserts of Jaisalmer or hop aboard a luxury train to traverse the countryside, the choice is yours. Regardless of the op-tion you choose, no visitor to India will ever return the same.

The famous Lake Palace at Udaipur

The hutongs of Beijing

SAMPLE IDEAS

Near Chengdu you can visit the world's biggest Buddha statue

TOP: Relaxing in comfort aboard a luxury houseboat. BOTTOM: India offers amazing rail journeys

The giant Wild Goose Pagoda near Xian

Goway has ideas for 25 countries in ASIA.

Here are some samples:Holiday of a Lifetime

18 Days (India) from $6019Holiday of a Lifetime

18 Days (China) from $5649Classic India

14 Days from $1815Essential Golden Triangle

6 Days Tour from $535 Golden Triangle

7-9 Days Private from $864Kathmandu to Delhi

15 Days Adventure from $1305Palace on Wheels

Delhi to Delhi8 Days from $2748

Kerala Backwaters Cruise 5 Days from $919A Taste of China

10 Days from $1429China Odyssey

14 Days from $2619 China to Tibet to Nepal

13-16 Days from $3773 Taiwan Showcase

5 Days from $568 The Golden Route Japan

7 Days from $2428Korea Showcase 7 days from $1385

Essential Laos 8 Days from $2092

Yangtze River Cruise 4-5 days from $448Classic Thailand

8-13 days from $756Singapore to Kuala Lumpur

4-7 days from $769Java In Depth

7 days from $1128Bali Beach Escapes 8-13 days from $397

For full details of itineraries and price inclusions, please request Goway’s ASIA Travel Planner or

visit www.goway.com


Australia – Fantastic trip of a lifetimeOur vacation to Australia was fan-

tastic... trip of a life time. The pack-age that you put together went without a hitch and in all cases met or exceeded our expectations. We had nine separate flights and a 500KM bus trip and all went as planned and without any questions or hiccups. The accommodations especially in the larger cities were perfect considering quality, cleanli-ness, and location.

In Melbourne we were dead centre in the most interesting and vibrant part of the city. We walked everywhere with the assistance of the free transportation. It was love-ly. Next leg of our journey took us to Cairns and the Great Barrier Reef. Then on to Alice Springs/Uluru. The journey across the desert to Ayers Rock/ Uluru was very interest-ing and we virtually had a personal tour as there were only two other couples and the driver on the bus. Uluru (Ayers Rock) is fantastic and a very spiritual place to visit. It is much colder at this time of year than I ever would have expected; but, without a doubt special!

Greg & Sharon Quirk, AB

Goway Staff know their stuff

I just had to let you know that I attended the Tahiti Show in Dallas where I met one of your agents. I am a travel agent and normally agents call in when they have issues but after meeting with one of your staff and talking to her I saw the passion in her and you should be very proud to have such an employ-ee representing Goway.. She knew her stuff and wasn't scripted.

Michael Choucalas, TX

Thailand & Cambodia - wow/wow/wow!

We just wanted to say thank you for your assistance in helping us plan our trip to Cambodia and Thailand. Cambodia was such an amazing place! This was by far one of our best trips, and we've had some excellent trips over the past few years!I have been editing pho-tos and videos since our return, and I've finally started posting them to my personal travel website. I have included links to Goway's website on several pages since Goway has helped us with three big adventures already. We're already browsing the

Goway catalog to start planning our next adventure.

Marc Burba & Scott Holuby, TX

China Odyssey - My 83 year old mother had a super time

We have been back now for two weeks from the China Odyssey trip. It was fabulous! I would recom-mend the tour and Goway to any-one. Even my 83 year-old mother

had a super time. Everything was well organized and executed. It was all it promised to be and much more. We were not disappointed. Hotels and meals were superior. We could not have seen and expe-rienced nearly as much had we not been with Goway. We are seriously thinking of another Asia tour..

Diane Cameron, NS

Ecuador – Experience was fantastic

Thank you much for an excellent trip. Everything went off smoothly and we had a great time in Ecuador. The guides were great, accommoda-tions excellent, and overall experi-ence was fantastic.

Thank you and hopefully we'll have more trips arranged by you. We will definitely recommend you and your company to our friends

Prashant, MI

Pene Hollingworth brilliant group leader

We are back from our Splendours of India trip and had a wonderful time. I continue to be impressed by

the value for money these tHOLI-DAYS OF A LIFETIME are (we have taken two) and the unexpected extras that are included.

Pene Hollingworth was brilliant as group leader and her problem solving skills are second to none.

It was the general consensus of the group that they would book future trips with Goway.

Doug Raymond, ON

Peru - memorable and fantastic experience

We had an absolutely amaz-ing and wonderful time! So many things we've seen and experienced, that it will take us a few days to decipher it all.... The Peruvians we met were so very friendly and kind and funny. The food was absolute-ly delicious. The sights were awe-inspiring.

And, through all of it we were wonderfully cared for by your ground handler, whose employ-ees were always punctual, pre-pared, and helpful! We feel we made friends there, and especially enjoyed our time with our private guides through Colca Canyon to see the condors.

THANK YOU for setting this trip up for us! Truly it was a memorable and fantastic experience.

Next on our list (maybe next May) would be either Vietnam or Morocco... we'll definitely keep in touch!

Seth and Sandy Eames, VA

You've revolutionized how I want to travel

You made the best trip possible. It was wonderful getting off the plane and having all our transfers taken care of.

The next trip I take I would appre-ciate you again being the organiszer of my travels. You've revolutionized how I want to travel.

Leah Zumwalt, AK

Goway - stellar customer service

I just wanted to thank you for sending that copy of Globetrotting Magazine to my mom. I can't even tell you how much we appreci-ate that. The incredible assistance that you and all of the tour guides provided to my mom and my sister will absolutely never be forgotten. Both my mother and I will tell anyone who will listen how great Goway is, and how well you all take care of your travelers. As you know, it was a difficult situation with the state Egypt was in at the time, but you went beyond the call of duty in providing so much information and reassurance that you made everything much easier and and more comfortable. So thank you so, so, so much. You are truly a great example of stellar customer service.

Meghan Suddard, ON

Egypt – best decision to make the trip

We are back from our trip to Egypt and I thought I would drop you a quick note to let you know how it went. To put it simply - we had a great trip. Everything worked out wonderfully well and we are so glad that we decided to proceed and do this trip.

Your ground handler, who met us at the airport, and was there to make sure we got everywhere we were supposed to be, was just wonderful. He was pleasant, cor-dial, informative and positive.

Thank you so much for all of your assistance in helping us make this decision. It turned out to be the best one.

Bob, Marie, Colin, Dana and Laura Huggard, ON

Nova Scotia – Different from North Queensland

Thank you for emailing to ask after things. It is really lovely to know that you care. The trip home

was uneventful and on schedule all the way.

Life in Nova Scotia is certain-ly different from tropical North Queensland and I am still adjusting to the time zone changes and the cold. However with time that will come. Michael and I are both well just tired from the journey of the last 8 months.

Thank you for dealing with all the uncertainty and changes with our bookings. It was very much appreciated.

Kayleen Bell, NS

South Africa food & service outstanding

We are back and over our jet lag and wanted to let you know that we thoroughly enjoyed our trip to South Africa. The people were friendly and all of the transfers and flights went off without incident. As point of interest – when Anne was checking us out from Kwa Maritane, the other guest that she struck up a conversation with happened to be your counterpart in South Africa who made our arrangements there. She recognized her name.

All of the hotels and lodges were great - clean and spacious in all cases. Transfer drivers were always very punctual, friendly, informative and entertaining. Blue train food and service were outstanding and stop at the Kimberley diamond mine was a highlight of the train trip and a welcome opportunity to stretch our legs. The main highlight on the trip was the tour of Robben Island; very informative and intense as ex-political prisoners did the pre-sentations. Although the animals were not as prevalent as our trip to East Africa a number of years ago, our guide/ ranger was outstanding.

Thanks again for all your help in putting together this trip - you certainly have our positive recom-mendation.

Anne and Steve Potocny, ON

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Inca Trail9 Days

Combining Cusco with the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu is the most famous and popular journey in South America. It is a spectacular trek on original Inca highways with a chance to visit extraordinary ruins, enjoy beautiful mountain views, walk through strikingly different climatic zones and finally experi-ence the unique feeling of arriving at Machu Picchu by foot. Choose from 5 star train services into Machu Picchu, a 2 day trail for those short on time or the traditional 5 day trail.

Walking Safari4 Days

Walking safaris are an exciting alternative to explore unique and wonderful parts of Africa. Our lodge accommodated walking safari through the Greater Kruger National Park gives you the oppor-tunity to follow the routes of the 'Big 5' - lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, rhino and other animals by foot to get the closest view pos-sible. A true experience to “brag” to friends and family enjoying 3-4 hour walks through the bush with a guide.

Africa Adventure 13 Days

Quite possibly the best East Africa adventure! Kenya and Tanzania are considered to be the top destinations in Africa to safari and this overland journey will take you on game drives in search for the big 5 in the Masai Mara. Meet and interact with the tribesmen of the Masai culture. Drive the famous Serengeti and Ngorongoro crater in search for the migration. At the end of the trip, relax and soak on the white sandy beaches of tropical Zanzibar.

You might not consider yourself an adventure traveller; but active adventure travel is on the rise, with iconic journeys including hiking the Inca Trail, or kayaking in New Zealand’s National Parks. You don’t necessarily need to be a hard-core athlete to enjoy some of the remote destinations we list (sometimes there are shortened versions that requires less physical exertion and allow a “taste of adventure”!).

Adventure travel is not just for backpackers; most options may also include the experiences by day with comfortable accommodations by night, or simply day tour experiences. What ties these ideas together is the experience, the bragging rights, and the ability to tick another item off your “Travel Bucket List”

All ideas are available from Goway

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"We especially enjoyed our time with our private guides through Colca Canyon to see the condors"


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The U.S Transportation Security Administration said it bought 300 body scanners that show less-revealing images to airport screen-ers after travellers and airline crews objected to so-called nude images. The $44.8 million purchase brings the number of body scanners at checkpoints to 800. Each machine cost $130,000 to $170,000.

Longest airliner ready for take-off

The world’s longest passen-ger airliner, the Boeing 747-8 Intercontinental, will go into ser-vice with Lufthansa – the launch customer – early next year. The Boeing 747-8 has been stretched by six metres compared to the Boeing 747-400 and is 76.3 metres long.

New boarding pro-cess?

A U.S. Scientist has come up with a new way of boarding planes which is claimed to be 40% faster than current approaches. The so-called Steffen Method for single-aisle aircraft would have airlines boarding pax in alternate rows, with those in window seats first, followed by those in the middle and then aisle seats.

Contortionist in a Tight Spot

A Polish contortionist is accused of squeezing into a suitcase to steal valuables from baggage aboard a bus from Girona Airport to Barcelona in Spain. An accomplice allegedly put the suitcase into the bus’ luggage compartment, and the man emerged from the case to rifle through passengers’ bags while the bus was in transit.

What’s CookingKLM flew the world’s first sched-

uled biokerosene-powered flight in July when one of its Boeing 737-800 jets flew 171 passengers between Amsterdam and Paris, using fuel from cooking oil.

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Active Tasmania6 Days

Tasmania, different from the rest of Australia, is a world renowned adventure and active destination. Much of its wild spectacular scen-ery and stunning unspoiled wilder-ness is protected as a National Park and 20% of the island has been classified as a world Heritage site. Unearth the wonders of Tasmania and experience the magnificent landscapes and untamed wilder-ness through numerous hikes and tours, as well as learning about the convict heritage of the region.

Thai Trekking8 Days

Northern Thailand is a treasure-trove filled with glittering temples, ancient ruins, exotic markets and sumptuous foods, and draws adventure travellers by the droves. Explore Bangkok before travelling north to Chiang Mai for a 3 day hilltribe trek (carrying only a day pack). Ride an elephant through the rainforest, visit the hilltribes of the north and enjoy a stroll through the old city. There's so much to discover in Thailand's northern kingdom.

Downunder Self Drives

One of the best ways to experi-ence Australia and New Zealand is to rent a car and travel at your own pace! Spaceships are a unique option for adventurers that are uniquely designed vehicles that drive like a car but offer an eco-nomical option to traditional motorhomes. No bigger than a sta-tion wagon, they contain your bed, cooker, fridge and much more! Sleep fully inside on the double bed or extend the back for 30% more space on those warm nights.

Trans-Mongolia21 Days

Travel across continents and time zones on one of the world's great-est train journeys. Explore ancient Beijing before heading to the untamed wilderness of Mongolia to meet its nomadic people. Leave Asia behind on a journey on the Trans-Siberian Railway into Europe across the wild, open plains of Siberia before ending your journey in glittering St Petersburg. This trip will open your eyes to the history, scenery and unique cultures that make up this fascinating region.

Patagonia8 Days

Explore and trek some of the most beautiful places in South America while enjoying the charms of unique local lodging including the famous EcoCamp Dome Suites at Torres del Paine. This adventure joins Chile and Argentina together and allows travellers to immerse themselves in three of natures’ most enthrall-ing locations; travelling from Punta Arenas to Torres del Paine National Park, Fitzroy National Park, Chile to the Moreno Glacier at Calafate, Argentina.

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787 Game-Changer?The Boeing 787 Dreamliner has

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