Sometimes you have to escape the ordinary to find a little relaxation. Our Wellness stories highlight the ways that travel helps people rejuvenate their minds, bodies, and spirits. They also showcase some of the elevated travel experiences that can help you unlock the extraordinary when you're looking for leisure.
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The magical islands of French Polynesia offer more variety than meets the eye. As much as tourists love the popular destinations of Tahiti, Moorea, and Bora Bora, beyond them lie islands to suit every interest—each ready to make your South Pacific escape that much more special. Raiatea: A Sacred Land in the South Pacific Raiatea is known as the sacred heart of French Polynesia. Often called the cultural heart of French Polynesia, Raiatea is the second largest of the Society…
Whether it’s for the body, mind or soul, Thailand refreshes, nourishes and rejuvenates like no other country. From tropical islands to fascinating mountain traditions, and from lazing on the beach to Lotus pose, this is a country that invites you to reconnect with yourself while you’re disconnecting from the day-to-day cares of home.The Spirit of Thailand in the Big City You’ve just stepped off the plane at Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport, ready to embark on your Thai wellness…
Does reading every article on the newest health product that supposedly unlocks longevity give you hives? Does every mention of alternative medicines and fitness breakthroughs leave you in a cold sweat? Then you, my friend, are a wellness skeptic. Don’t worry, I’m not here to judge. I’m one too. I appreciate fitness and nutrition and mindfulness as much as the next person, but wellness can often seem so consumerist, as if some newfangled product can make us immortal or undo all…
By Aren BergstromFeb 28, 2025
I have a favourite saying when I travel: “It’s not a vacation until I’ve been to the spa.” There are few experiences better suited to helping you relax and enjoy a trip. While there are many ways to approach spa visits while travelling, I have a few tried and true routines that have served me well over the years. Ideally, I hit up my first spa at the first destination on the itinerary. I try to visit in the mid-afternoon on the second day, as this gives me one night of sleep, a…
By Carolyn WepplerFeb 24, 2025
Nordic wellness draws its essence from its untamed natural beauty. Boreal forests blanketing Finland and Sweden, iconic fjords carving through Norway, breathtaking coastal views along Denmark's shores, and enchanting Arctic expanses of Lapland have all shaped the Nordics' world-renowned wellness culture. Any journey to the Nordics promises one centred on balance, equality, and a profound appreciation of the natural world. Yet, the true magic of Nordic wellness lies in how…
By Sael ForsterFeb 13, 2025
Wellness is all the rage these days, and it’s easy to see why. The world is stressful right now and health challenges seem all-pervasive. Wellness travel is a way to unwind, refresh, and refocus on one’s own wellbeing while also enjoying some of the world’s most unique destinations. Of course, most people’s definition of wellness is the spa, but we don’t think wellness should end with a sauna and a massage. This is why Goway has launched our new Ultimate Wellness line, which will help…
By Aren BergstromFeb 12, 2025
What does wellbeing mean to you? This is a core question that all of us must grapple with. The world is a busy place, and the pace of life only seems to be increasing as we move deeper into the 2020s. Anxiety is ever-present—over the economy, politics, climate change. Burnout is on the rise. The pandemic supercharged all these stresses, as well as inflation, which shrunk our pocketbooks. We can all use a break, and we know it. Enter wellness. Wellness is a means to slow…
By Aren BergstromJan 30, 2025
Colorado is internationally famous for its winter sports and its wide array of ski resorts. What many folks don’t know is it’s also one of the best places to heat things up and experience the healing waters of a historical, natural hot spring. Strawberry Park Hot SpringsThe Strawberry Park Hot Springs are storied waters located just outside Steamboat Springs. The springs have a varied history, having stood as homesteading land in the late 1800s and a hippie haven in the 70s famed…
By Molly O’BrienJan 28, 2025
American longevity researcher Dan Buettner uses the term “Blue Zone” to define five regions worldwide where people live the longest, healthiest lives. These zones—Okinawa in Japan, Sardinia in Italy, Nicoya in Costa Rica, Ikaria in Greece, and Loma Linda in the United States—are distinguished by simple lifestyle traits that promote longevity, such as loyal social connections, natural movement, and plant-based diets. These regions also make excellent destinations for travellers looking…
By Janette EwenJan 22, 2025
Magnificent Morocco. I spent a week traversing remarkably diverse terrain, from coastlines to deserts, vibrant cities to soaring mountains. This was my first time visiting this country that rounds out the northwestern corner of the African continent. Here the Atlantic meets the Mediterranean, and Europe and Africa are separated by only 8 mi (13 km) of water.I arrived in Morrocco ready to embrace its unique and varied adventures head-on. I rode atop a camel and raced through rocky…
By Mitchell AlexanderOct 22, 2024
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Get to know the voices behind our stories — travelers, writers, and creators sharing their unique perspectives.
Carolyn Weppler
Senior Vice-President
Carolyn Weppler has tracked gorillas in Rwanda, been proposed to in Paris (she accepted, naturally!), and travelled to 70 countries, counting Uzbekistan, Lebanon, Russia, Sri Lanka and even Afghanistan among...
Bronwyn Hodge
General Manager
Growing up in a family travel business, Bronwyn has been travelling from a very young age. Her favourite experience was 3 months spent backpacking through India and Southeast Asia. She...
Adam Hodge
Senior Vice-President
When he’s not paddling a canoe or drinking copious amounts of coffee, you’ll find Adam talking about some kind of travel plans. He spent a month doing Tai-Chi in China,...
Meg Boyd
Product Manager
Melbourne-born Meg arrived in Canada in January with no winter coat, one suitcase, a one week booking at a youth hostel, and a sight-unseen job offer at Goway Travel. She...
Moira Smith
Vice-President
South African-born Moira has lived in San Francisco and Toronto, but her travel map includes over 50 countries. Her heart still swings toward all things African, particularly Zambia’s Lower Zambezi...
Don Forster
Trade Training Manager
Born in Australia and raised in Canada and Papua New Guinea, Don took his first solo trip to Bali – aged just 13. Since then, Don’s travels have taken him...
Christian Baines
Contributing Writer
Christian’s first globetrotting adventure saw him get lost exploring the streets of Saigon. Following his nose to Asia’s best coffee, two lifelong addictions were born. A freelance writer and novelist,...
Nadya Phelan
Training Director
Although born in Canada, Nadya has spent much of her life globetrotting, as her parents believed that travelling was a form of education. At 20, she packed her backpack and...
Aren Bergstrom
Managing Editor, Globetrotting Magazine
You might say that Aren was destined to become a globetrotter after his family took him to Germany two times before he was four. If that wasn’t enough, a term...
Laura Vagners
Destination Specialist
From dune bashing in the Al Khatim Desert to skydiving over Lake Ontario, Laura finds adventure wherever she goes. In the past year Laura has travelled to the United Arab...
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You should try a Zen meditation session. Imagine slipping into a silk kimono for the day—carefully tied by an expert dresser, every fold precise, every colour chosen to suit the season. It’s a ritual that feels as personal as it is timeless.
What do I love about Japan? In a word - EVERYTHING. The incredible contrast that Japan offers - new/innovative vs old/traditional, the warm and welcoming people, the incredible rich culture, the culinary wonders awaiting around every corner, the cleanliness, efficiency and safety. It's one of the best places to visit in Asia in my opinion.
Pub Street in Siem Reap, Cambodia, is a local favourite with very inexpensive drinks. It's also a great place to try the local delicacy, BBQ frog.
I love how laidback and relaxed Laos is compared to other countries in Southeast Asia. It's like the best of Vietnam, Cambodia, and Thailand all rolled into one, and then sent back in time 20 to 30 years.
The Festes Majors are summer festivals held in the villages of Andorra. Each festival is unique to the village, with its own distinct style.
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