Goway Travel, one of North America’s leading wholesalers, has reported an astounding increase in bookings for travel to the Kingdom of Jordan in the first quarter of 2010. In response to growing interest, Goway has more than doubled their product range to the region.

“Jordan truly offers an incredible vacation experience” commented Marketing Manager Emma Cottis, “In a relatively small country the contrasts are spectacular. In a 7 to 10 day vacation, visitors can experience the bustling cities of Amman and Aqaba, the expansive red desert, the pink carved facades of Petra, the natural therapeutic waters of the Dead Sea, Bedouin Culture and sites of Biblical importance, plus much more!”

Petra, which has long since been the Kingdom’s jewel in the crown, saw an almost 50% increase in visitors in the first quarter of 2010, as reported by the Jordan Tourism Board (JTB). However, the biggest growth in visitors to date is Mount Nebo with an 88% increase, followed by Madaba’s map with a 72% increase.

“It is great to see that visitors are exploring beyond Petra and including destinations such as Jerash, the Desert Castle Loop and the Baptism site at Bethany” continued Cottis.

Goway offers a range of options for travellers bound for Jordan, including their Middle East Treasures 21-day escorted tour which combines Jordan with Egypt and Israel. This escorted experience is one of Goway’s signature “Holidays of a Lifetime” which are led by the best Tour Directors in the business and include virtually everything, as well as unique experiences such as staying at a Luxury Bedouin-style camp at Wadi Rum. The experience is priced at $8999CAD ex Toronto and includes all airfares, accommodation, touring and entrance fees.

For those with less time, Goway’s 7-day Serenity Seeker program incorporates all of the highlights, staying in a choice of first class or deluxe hotels, travelling with an English speaking driver/guide in a private car. Prices start from CA$1188.

For more travel options, visit Goway’s website, or consult their extensive 68-page tour planner for Africa and the Middle East, or call 800-245-0920.