> Featured Articles
Where Europe Meets Asia: Why You Should Book a Trip to Türkiye (Turkey)
Is it Europe? Is it Asia? It’s both, and more. It’s Türkiye (Turkey) and it’s a country that ought to be top of mind for your next travel plans.
5 Reasons to Plan a Fiji Vacation This Year
Fiji is a beautiful nation, one blessed with the warm waters and weather of the South Pacific. Its blissful natural environment and comfortable and friendly resorts offer the perfect set-up for relaxation, romance, or adventure.
Go North: 5 Reasons to Plan a Vacation to The Nordics
Most of the world is once again open for travel and people are hungry for new travel experiences. If you’re overwhelmed by all the travel options available to you, we have some simple advice: go north.
> Desert Adventures
Explore Qatar, an Oasis on the Gulf
It’s a big year for Qatar. This nation on the northeast coast of the Arabian Peninsula is gearing up to host the 2022 FIFA World Cup in November. It’s also the newest addition to Goway’s portfolio of travel destinations.
The 'What, Where, When and Why' of a Middle East Vacation
If you only read the headlines, you’re missing a lot of the story. Parts of the Middle East have been home to unspeakable tragedy, but there are many countries in the region that are safe and often overlooked by travellers wanting to see the world. Don’t make the same mistake that others do.
> Classic Itineraries
Where Europe Meets Asia: Why You Should Book a Trip to Türkiye (Turkey)
Is it Europe? Is it Asia? It’s both, and more. It’s Türkiye (Turkey) and it’s a country that ought to be top of mind for your next travel plans.
Rediscover Manaakitanga on a Trip to New Zealand in 2022 & Beyond
It’s time to rediscover the wonders of travel and the revitalizing pleasures of meeting new people and experiencing new things in new parts of the world. It’s time to rediscover manaakitanga on a trip to New Zealand.
> Safari & Wildlife
Why Now is the Ideal Time to Head on an East African Safari
Have you ever watched a nature documentary such as Planet Earth or Our Planet and sighed when you see the cheetahs racing across the horizon or the elephants bathing in the water hole? Maybe you thought, “There’s no way I’ll ever get to East Africa and if I do, there’s no chance I’ll have that gorgeous nature all to myself.”
How to See Australia's Fascinating Wildlife
Australia has so much diversity to explore and enjoy, and that includes its wildlife. No visit to Australia is complete until you see some of its incredible animals in the wild.
> Food & Wine
9 Countries That Have Great Local Cuisine
You have been on your feet most of the day checking out the highlights of your chosen destination. As the day goes on, it is time to not only slow down and relax but also to round off the day with a good meal. There are literally thousands of restaurants on the planet, so this is not an article with recommendations about where to eat, but more a guide to discuss the qualities of individual countries’ cuisines.
Getting the Most Out of Champagne on Your France Vacation
Any self-respecting "bubbly" drinker knows it’s not "Champagne" unless it comes from the Champagne region of north-eastern France. The area makes an easy enough addition to your Western Europe trip, but it requires some preparation, and in most cases, advance reservations.
> Group Travel
Stay Close to Home & Experience the US & Canada on a Group Vacation
Goway prides itself on being a one-stop-shop for group travellers. This is more true than ever before with the launch of a full-slate of group travel itineraries to the United States and Canada.
Small-Group Touring Is Ideal For Post-Pandemic Travel
There’s an old poem by Robert Frost, “The Road Not Taken,” the final three lines of which speak to the importance of choice in travel and more generally in life.
> Self-Drive Vacations
Your Guide to an Icelandic Self-Drive Vacation
As the world emerges from the global pandemic and globetrotters begin to once again set their sights on travel, self-drive vacations are going to be more popular than ever. Few vacation styles fit the current moment quite like a self-drive.
10 Best Destinations for a Self-Drive Vacation
Back when they were first introduced, cars embodied the freedom of the open road. You could drive anywhere, see anything. Times have changed, but the open-ended promise of driving hasn’t, especially when you’re travelling.
> City Breaks
All the Ways to Experience Expo 2020 Dubai with a Free Stopover
Expo 2020 Dubai started at the beginning of October and for the next six months, it’s going to be the most exciting spot on the planet. We want to make it easier than ever for you to visit Expo 2020 Dubai, so we’re offering free Dubai stopovers on vacation packages to popular spots across Africa and Asia.
Expo 2020 Dubai Is a Once-in-a-Lifetime Event
There are world events, like the Olympics or the various international soccer contests, that are special when they happen every four years. And then there’s the world event, the World Expo, which is a demonstration of technology and culture the likes of which you’ll never see again. Such is Expo 2020 Dubai, which promises to be the event of a lifetime.
> Active & Outdoors
6 Destinations for an Adventure Vacation Off the Beaten Path
A vacation is a prime opportunity for adventure. Of course, adventure means different things to different travellers. Some travellers want to bungee jump off bridges or rappel down a mountainside, while others find a leisurely hike through a rocky valley adventure enough.
10 Best Destinations for an Adventure Vacation
For adrenaline junkies and thrill seekers alike, the world is a playground with countless attractions and natural wonders just waiting to be discovered. When simply exploring the outdoors isn’t enough to satisfy your need for adventure, why not try something a little more daring, something that is sure to get your blood pumping?
> People & Culture
Middle-earth Unveiled: The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring Filming Locations
This December marks the 20th anniversary of the release of Peter Jackson’s The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring. It premiered in London on December 10, 2001 and hit theatres worldwide on December 19, 2021. To mark the occasion, we thought we’d showcase all the spots in New Zealand where you can see locations from this fantasy classic.
12 Destinations for the Holidays
The winter holidays are upon us. Hanukkah came at the end of November, Christmas is just over a week away, Kwanza comes just after, Epiphany lies in the first week of 2022, and the entire world is ready to ring in the new year come December 31.
> Long-Stays
Reasons to Head on a Long-Stay Vacation This Winter
Imagine this: it’s the middle of January and the snow is piling up outside your living room window. You know you’re going to have to gear up and head outside to shovel the driveway at some point, but the wind looks particularly chilly. Now, would you rather do the inevitable and shovel the driveway or lie back on the warm sands of a sunny beach without a care in the world?
10 Long Stays to Escape the North American Winter
Nothing beats a vacation while escaping from our winter for a period of time. Many places in the world offer us not only warmer weather but also an opportunity to enjoy a foreign destination.
> Luxury Travel
Kenya Is Where Luxury Reconnects with Nature
The natural attractions of Kenya read like an Africa wish list. The annual Great Migration sweeps into the plains of the Masai Mara, where the savanna’s big cats lie patiently in wait. The giants of the Big Five, Africa’s elephants, congregate in dense herds in Amboseli’s marshes, watched over by the snowy peak of Kilimanjaro. Lake Nakuru offers a haven for Kenya’s rhinos alongside a wide range of birdlife, while Samburu invites visitors to keep their eyes peeled for ‘the Special Five,’ species not found anywhere else in Africa. Connecting it all are Kenya’s welcoming people, including the Masai, whose centuries-old traditions live on in the present day.
Introducing Goway’s Idyllic Retreats Collection
As we’ve discussed before when introducing our new digital travel brochure, Your Next Journey: The Best of Goway Travel, we’ve spent much of the last two years innovating our product line and making it easier for travellers to go globetrotting with us. One of the key innovations was the introduction of our Idyllic Retreats collection.
> Family Vacations
Top Family Experiences in Dubai
Over the past couple decades, Dubai has transformed into one of the world’s great travel hubs. The city combines a futuristic skyline and luxury pleasures with great shopping, fascinating history, and easy access to beaches and sand dunes. It’s also a great place for a family vacation.
Thailand Is a Treat for Families
As our kids near that age where it’s time to start planning that first big family vacation, we start thinking about where to go. What’s a perfect destination for making those treasured family memories? Sure, Disneyworld bounces to mind, but what if you’re seeking a family trip that’s a little more unusual, and educational? Thailand checks off all the boxes!
> Wellness & Relaxation
8 Best Destinations for Wellness & Personal Growth Vacations
We could all use some physical relaxation and rejuvenation on a future vacation. Whether that means a yoga retreat on an island in Thailand, an escape to a cloud forest in Costa Rica, or a pampering stay at a health resort in the Maldives, that’s up to you. But if all the time spent sitting at desks and on couches these past few months are any indication, our bodies are going to be craving a wellness escape.
10 Best Wellness Activities to Do in Thailand
No country is more attractive to wellness seekers than Thailand. Beachside resorts, detox treatments, meditation programs with Buddhist monks, plenty of opportunities to stay active on land and by sea—Thailand has got it all. Want us to get more specific? Can do. Based on the personal experience and expertise of our many destination specialists, we’ve put together the 10 best wellness activities to do in Thailand.
> Multi-Country Vacations
10 Best Multi-Country Vacations
Sometimes the best vacations are the ones that go beyond individual borders and combine several countries on one incredible journey. Whether taking in neighbouring countries or pairing city stopovers with island stays, these vacations are the best way to get bang for your buck when exploring the world.
> Travel News & Trends
Explore Fall Destinations Off the Beaten Path
For many people who live in the Northern Hemisphere, fall is the perfect time to travel. Students of all ages are back in school, the hot and humid weather has subsided (for the most part), and the high season has packed it in, while everything is still open for business, with more affordable prices overall.
3 Great Reasons to Explore Your Backyard in the United States and Canada
Back to travel. Back to nature. Welcome to your backyard.
2022 brought a fresh start for the world of travel, and Goway is going back to the destinations where it all began. After more than 50 years of planning adventures across the globe, we are thrilled to bring Canada and the United States back into our roster of over 100 destinations.
> Stories from Goway
5 Reasons to Trust Goway with Trustpilot
You can count on us. But don’t just take our word for it. Take the word of the people who have travelled on dream vacations with Goway in the past. With Trustpilot, you can read the attributable reviews of certified passengers who’ve travelled with Goway and rely on them to give you honest feedback about what it’s like to travel with us.
Get to Know Goway’s Destination Specialists
We share the world because we love to travel. That’s a motto of ours at Goway. It’s an operating principle to help us keep who we are front and centre in our work. It also helps us remember that we do what we do in order to make unforgettable travel memories for Globetrotters.
> Beach & Island Getaways
5 Reasons to Plan a Fiji Vacation This Year
Fiji is a beautiful nation, one blessed with the warm waters and weather of the South Pacific. Its blissful natural environment and comfortable and friendly resorts offer the perfect set-up for relaxation, romance, or adventure.
6 Destinations for Last-Minute Sun Vacations
If you were in the Northeast this past week, you would’ve gotten a rude reminder that winter is in fact upon us when a blizzard hammered the region and left over a foot of snow in just 24 hours. Perhaps the snowstorm inspired you to head somewhere warm and sunny sooner than planned. If so, you’re probably wondering what destinations are good for last-minute sun? Well, we’re here to help you out.