1.
Q: Is it safe to travel in China?
China
is one of the safer destinations in the world. Serious crime against foreigners
is rare. Chinese government will guarantee the safety of the foreign tourists,
since tourism is one of the most important industries in China. However, just
like traveling to any other places, you will need to watch pocket pickers; and
it is always a good idea to be cautious.
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2.
Q: How to get a Chinese visa?
A:
All visitors to China must possess a Chinese visa prior to departure from the
United States. Passports (valid for six months after the planned date of return)
along with a passport photo and a completed Chinese via application form must
be submitted to a Chinese visa office at least 30 days before departure. Processing
a visa by mail usually takes approximately 5-7 working days.
You may download
the visa application form and find all other latest information at Chinese Embassy's
Web site: http://www.china-embassy.org
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3.
Q: How to get a Tibet Visitor's Permit?
A:
Please contact East Travel directly. We will process
Tibet Visitor's Permit through our representation in
China free of charge for our clients who will be visiting
Tibet.
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4.
Q: Do I need visa to Hong Kong?
A:
Currently, U.S. passport holders do not need to a visa to travel to Hong Kong
for a short visit. If you plan to stay in Hong Kong for a long time or with a
specific purpose other than sightseeing. Please contact Chinese Embassy for details.
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5.
Q: Do I need immunizations to enter China?
A:
No immunizations are required. The Centers for Disease
Control and Prevention recommends that all travelers
have current polio and tetanus immunizations. For traveling
into countryside, immune globulin is also recommended
to combat hepatitis A, as is typhoid immunization. It
is very important to bring along a supply of wide spectrum
Antibiotics, an anti-diarrhea agent, and any other prescription
drugs required. For most update information, please
visit CDC's web site at http://www.cdc.gov
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6.
Q: Why is your price higher than most of the other packages?
A:
You must have compared us with a group tour and that is why you will be asking
this question.
We are definitely the best value in the "private, custom
tour" market. We offer the highest quality and the best service at a very
affordable rate. You will be fully escorted throughout at a private basis -having
a private guide and private driver. The itinerary is custom designed based on
your request; thus, you have the complete flexibility.
Other than that, we
would also like to remind you that we have carefully select all the accommodations.
Take hotels in Beijing for example: although all ranked as 5-stars, the room rate
may vary from $80 per night to $400 per night, depending on the service, the reputation,
and most importantly, the location. We only use hotels that will offer the best
experience. Travel with us means traveling with comfort and confidence.
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7.
Q: When is the best time to travel to China?
A:
Generally, April, May, September and October are the best time to visit China.
The weather is nice and temperate. This is also the traditional peak season. Traveling
at this time of year will usually be slightly expensive.
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8. Q: Do the hotels you use have
a private bathroom?
A:
Unless travel to remote places such as small towns along
Silk Road, in Tibet or in Outer Mongolia, we only use
3-star and better hotels. All of the hotels we use are
equipped with private bathrooms, elevators and usually
have restaurants. They are all in great locations. If
traveling to a less visited area, we would always use
best available accommodations. It may not be modern, but
will always be clean, safe and comfortable. We will also
make special arrangement for those who are interested
in staying in stylish guest house, a university dorm or
a private home whenever possible. This is your private
tour; we want it to be the way you wish it to be!
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9.
Q: Who will be our local guides?
A:
Unlike other agencies that may use guides randomly assigned by their local operators,
all our local guides have direct contract with East Travel. They were referred
to us by our previous clients and were selected after we have a personal interview
with them. They also received special training before they can take care of our
prestigious customers.
We have 6 guides in each of the city and are always
in close touch with them. We will give you their names and local contact information
30 days before your departure.
If you have a special interest, you may advise
us in advance, we will be arranging guides with specialty to best serve you.
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10.
Q: Can we drink tap water inside the hotels?
A.
No. Never! Most of the hotels and restaurants will provide boiled water (You may
find hot water in the thermo.) This is free of charge. East Travel will provide
2 bottles of water daily in your full touring day. If it is not enough, you can
usually get bottled water in the hotels.
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