GowayPro Travel Tales
New podcast weblogTaking you beyond the day-to-day of travel, GowayPro Travel Tales showcases insider stories, expert tips, and the hottest trends in the travel industry. Join Goway’s Don Forster and expert guests, including conservationists, explorers, tourism professionals, and everyday globetrotters, to discover fascinating stories in the world of travel and get inspired to travel far and travel often. Listen and subscribe to GowayPro Travel Tales on your podcast app of choice or check out the embedded episodes below. You can also subscribe to the GowayPro YouTube Channel for video podcasts and other exciting content on the world of travel. Write your own travel tale. Subscribe today
Episodes

Thursday Jul 10, 2025
Thursday Jul 10, 2025
Join “Professor” Goway and Jason Stratford, Goway Account Manager as he, Jason, recounts his recent visit to Switzerland.
See how the Swiss Alps don’t just dominate the landscape — they define it. Yet for all its natural splendor, Switzerland is not wild. It is refined. And oh, the trains. To ride the Glacier Express is to trace a line through wonder.
The cuisine, like everything else in Switzerland, balances indulgence with intention. Melted Gruyère and Emmental bubble in cauldrons of fondue, best shared with laughter and crusty bread.
Switzerland doesn’t shout. It whispers. And in that whisper, travelers hear something rare and profound: the sound of balance, the song of a place that has nothing to prove, and everything to share.
Come and listen to the “whispers” of Jason.

Thursday Jun 12, 2025
Thursday Jun 12, 2025
Tucked deep in the heart of the South Pacific, Samoa is the kind of destination where nature feels untouched by hurry, where culture breathes with quiet pride, and where every sunrise feels like the beginning of something new. Samoa's beauty is unapologetically bold.
The coastline unfurls with white-sand beaches, kissed by turquoise lagoons. Inland waterfalls tumble from jungle-covered cliffs. The fa'a Samoa, or "Samoan way," surrounds you at every step. Join Professor Goway, Meg Boyd, Goway's South Pacific Product Manager and Francesca from Tourism Samoa to see why Samoa should be a part of any journey into the South Pacific.
Check out our perfect Samoa itinerary here and save: https://www.goway.com/destinations/south-pacific/samoa/trips/samoa-serenity
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https://www.goway.com/destinations/south-pacific/samoa/trips/fiji-and-samoa-south-pacific-islands-of-bliss

Thursday May 29, 2025
Thursday May 29, 2025
There are mountains, and then there is Kilimanjaro — the great snow-capped crown of Africa. It doesn’t roar or boast. It simply rises. Silent and impossibly beautiful.
To trek Kilimanjaro is to answer a call — not just to adventure, but to exploration. To answer the call of running its Marathon is, some would say, crazy….for the runners out there – it is the challenge!
From the moment your boots touch the forest floor of the lower slopes, it is a world alive with monkeys, birdsong, and the damp scent of moss and growth.
Summit day is something else entirely. You leave in darkness, headlamps dancing like fireflies along the narrow path but as the sun cracks the horizon and spills gold across the glaciers, the Africa plains lay below you.
Join “Professor” Goway and Debbie Anderson as they discuss all the ways to get to the top as well as why and how you can partake in the famed Kilimanjaro Marathon.

Thursday May 15, 2025
Thursday May 15, 2025
For years, Fiji has been a gateway to and from Australia for Goway. Its abundance of pristine beaches, crystal-clear waters, and warm, welcoming culture have enchanted ancient explorers and modern-day Globetrotters with some of the world's most beautiful landscapes and rich cultural experiences.
Goway's success over 55 years in creating memorable trips to Fiji could not have happened without the long partnership with the equally experienced local office of Rosies.
Rosie and Roy Whitton grew this mom-and-pop outfit over 50 years to become Fiji's most awarded tourism operator.
Join Professor Goway Don Forster as he sits down with Rosie and Roy’s son Tony Whitton to discuss Rosie's history, its impact on local life and international globetrotters, and the future of Fiji and Rosies.

Thursday May 01, 2025
Thursday May 01, 2025
In today’s world, travel is often measured in Instagram likes, bucket lists, and luxury upgrades.
But for many of us, the true value of travel can’t be captured in a price tag or a postcard. It’s not always about spending less—it’s about gaining more: more meaning, more connection, and more personal growth. Finding value in travel means looking beyond the obvious, embracing the unexpected, and discovering that the richest experiences often lie in the most overlooked places.
Join "Professor" Goway and Renee Stanton, Director of Sales at Goway to get an insight on how to combat the dreaded "price" question as well as tips on great value destinations n the world right now.
For great deals with Goway check out:
Africa - https://www.goway.com/special-offers/africa-special-offers
Arctic & Antarctica - https://www.goway.com/special-offers/arctic-antarctica-special-vacations-goway-travel
Asia - https://www.goway.com/special-offers/asia-special-offers
Australia & New Zealand - https://www.goway.com/special-offers/australia-new-zealand-special-offers
Central America - https://www.goway.com/special-offers/central-america-special-offers
Europe - https://www.goway.com/special-offers/europe-special-offers
Indian Ocean - https://www.goway.com/special-offers/indian-ocean-special-offers
Middle East - https://www.goway.com/special-offers/middle-east-special-offers
South America - https://www.goway.com/special-offers/south-america-special-offers
South Pacific - https://www.goway.com/special-offers/south-pacific-special-offers
US & Canada - https://www.goway.com/special-offers/us-canada-special-offers

Thursday Apr 17, 2025
Thursday Apr 17, 2025
“G’day mate,” “Throw another shrimp on the barbie,” and “That’s not a knife… this is a knife”—these are just a few of the iconic phrases from Crocodile Dundee and Paul Hogan that made Australia, the land Downunder, famous to many North Americans in the ’80s.
Both Canadians and Americans have been fascinated with my hometown, from the creepy crawlies, magnificent shorelines, famous wines, the equally famous welcomes from Aussies, and an abundance of things to see and do.
Join me, Professor Goway, Don Forster, and our Account Manager from Los Angeles, Cory, who’s visited Australia more times than you can count, as we discuss the excitement of Australia and why a trip Downunder should be at the top of your bucket list.

Thursday Apr 03, 2025
Thursday Apr 03, 2025
South America, that huge continent just below us, is home to some of the world's most famous sites – natural and man-made.
Machu Picchu, the Galapagos Islands, Iguassu Falls, Patagonia, the Andes, the Amazon, Rio, Buenos Aires, Bogota and Santiago…..to name a few.
Modern culture meets indigenous populations, creating finely woven mosaics of adventure, luxury and immersive experiences. Join us today as we explore why South America should be at the top of your bucket list.

Thursday Mar 20, 2025
Thursday Mar 20, 2025
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.

Thursday Mar 06, 2025
Thursday Mar 06, 2025
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.

Thursday Feb 06, 2025
Thursday Feb 06, 2025
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.






