GowayPro Travel Tales

Māori Culture & Modern-Day New Zealand

Māori culture runs deep throughout New Zealand, permeating almost all aspects of life, including the official Māori name of New Zealand, Aotearoa.
Māori culture is actively preserved and integrated into everyday life in modern-day Newzealand, with prominent practices like the traditional welcome ceremony, the hongi (nose-to-nose greeting), kapa haka (group performance), carving, weaving, and the use of the Māori language.
But there is so much more depth to how Māori culture has reclaimed its rightful position as an integral part of New Zealand and what it means to be a Kiwi.
Join Sean Marsh, General Manager of Sales and Marketing at Te Puia and Professor Goway Don Forster as they explore Māori culture in modern-day New Zealand.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Guayna - Land of Giants

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

The Magnificence of the Great Migration

The Great Migration is the ever-moving circular migration of over a million animals across the Serengeti-Mara ecosystem and one of the most sought-after experiences for wildlife and nature enthusiasts worldwide.
The constant movement of columns of wildebeest, joined by a host of companions, including predators such as lions, cheetahs, leopards, and hyenas, as they follow an age-old route in search of grazing and water.
After calving in the southern part of Tanzania’s Serengeti near the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, the animals journey through the Serengeti up and around in a clockwise direction towards the Masai Mara in Kenya, before returning once again near the end of the year.
Join Professor Goway and James Haigh, a leading figure in the African tourism industry with over 15 years of extensive experience as a guide, lodge manager, overland driver, and marketing manager across multiple East African countries, as they discuss the beautiful intricacies of the Great Migration.

Roughty Toughty Adventures:Philanthropy and Culture in PapuaNew Guinea

In the truest sense, Papua New Guinea is the ultimate off-the-beaten-path destination and one of the last frontiers on Earth. Part of the world's second-largest island, Papua New Guinea is one of the world's least explored countries, with over 750 tribes flourishing without little or no outside influence for centuries.
 
John & Peggy recently ventured to the highlands of Papua New Guinea on an exploration trip, visiting the Hill Tribes and donating to the fledging schooling infrastructure.
 
Join Professor Goway, John, and Peggy as they discuss the duo's philanthropic views and actions and how Papua New Guinea became the destination for their "roughty toughty" adventure and cultural exploration. Tune in for an episode filled with travel tips, cultural insights, and the raw beauty of one of the world's least explored countries.

Ecuador and Community Based Tourism

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

Travel Trends for 2025 with Goway Travel

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

Winter Travel Ideas with Goway

The cold has arrived, Christmas is approaching and you as well as your clients are thinking about warmer weather and awesome gifts. Make that gift a trip to a winter destination. Does that destination need to be sunny? Cold be but it could also be seeing the Northern Lights, visiting sunny countries in milder temperatures or hitting areas where fewer travellers are.
 
Join the team, Linda Warner – Goway Asia Product Manager & Rares Dumitru Goway National Sales Manager as they discuss great Winter Getaway travel ideas

Belmond - A Look Inside Luxury Travel

Belmond is a prestigious brand known for its luxurious hotels, trains, river cruises, and safari experiences. Originally established as Orient Express Hotels Ltd. in 1976 with the acquisition of the iconic Hotel Cipriani in Venice, Belmond has since evolved into a global leader in luxury travel, boasting a portfolio of 47 properties across 28 countries and territories as of 2024.
 
Overview of Belmond Properties Belmond's properties are characterized by their unique locations and exceptional service, each designed to reflect the culture and heritage of their surroundings. The brand emphasizes craftsmanship and design, creating an authentic experience for guests.
 
Belmond continues to be synonymous with luxury travel, offering guests unforgettable experiences that blend history, culture, and exceptional service.
 
Join Don Forster from Goway Travel as he talks to Andrea Valente from Belmond as they take a look inside luxury travel with Belmond.

Making a Positive Impact with Impact Safaris & Goway

Sustainable travel holds profound importance for various reasons. It plays a pivotal role in preserving the environment. Traditional tourism often leaves an indelible mark on the ecosystems, contributing to issues like pollution, waste accumulation, habitat degradation, and climate change.
 
Listen in as Don Forster from Goway and Koinonia Baloyi - Communications & Fundraising Officer, African Bush Camps, as they explore what Impact Tourism is and how it is having a positive impact on local communities and wildlife in Southern Africa.

Tahiti from the Inside with Meg Boyd

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