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Flight costs and schedules may change without notice. Please confirm your flights and prices and departure/arrival times before planning according to this information:
Seasonal
Table
Destinations Off Season Shoulder Season On Season
Los Angeles/San Francisco to Beijing/Shanghai 03/25--04/26
05/02--06/22
09/04--09/26
10/04--10/27 04/27--05/01
06/23--07/27
09/27--10/03 07/28--09/03
Beijing/Shanghai to New York 03/25--04/26
05/02--06/22
09/04--09/26
10/04--10/27 04/27--05/01
06/23--07/27
09/27--10/03
07/28--09/03
International
Flights
Table
Destinations Days Ticket validity Off Season Shoulder Season On Season
Los Angeles/San Francisco to Beijing/Shanghai Mon.--Thur. 3 months $958
$1037 $1261
Fri.--Sun. 3 months $1011 $1090 $1314
Beijing/Shanghai to New York Mon.--Thur. 3 months $879 $879 -
Fri.--Sun. 3 months $879 $879 -
Flights
Schedule
Departure Arrival Flight No. Departure Time Arrival Time Duration Stop
over Aircraft
Beijing Los Angeles CA983 20:30 17:45 12hr 15mn - Boeing 747
New York CA981 13:00 14:30 13hr 30mn - Boeing 744
San Francisco CA985 16:00 12:40 11hr 40mn - Boeing 747
Los Angeles (LAX) Beijing CA8857/986 11:00 17:05
15hr 5mn San Francisco (SFO) -
New York (JFK) CA982 16:30 18:00 13hr 30mn - Boeing 744
San Francisco CA986 14:20 17:05 11hr 45mn - Boeing 747
Los Angeles(LAX) Shanghai(PVG) CA8857/ 986/1549
11:00 20:40 18hr 40mn San Francisco (SFO) / Beijing -
New York (JFK) Shanghai(SHA) CA982/1589 16:30 22:40 18hr 10mn Beijing -
Shanghai (PVG) CA982/986 16:30 23:20 18hr 50mn Beijing -
San Francisco Shanghai (PVG) CA986 14:20 23:20 18hr Beijing Boeing 747
Shanghai(PVG) Los Angeles (LAX) CA985/983 12:05 17:45 20hr 40mn Beijing
-
Shanghai (SHA) New York (JFK) CA1590/981 8:55 14:20 17hr 35mn Beijing -
Shanghai(PVG) CA1858/981 7:55 14:30 18hr 35mn Beijing -
Shanghai (SHA) CA3101/981 8:15 14:30 18hr 15mn Beijing -
Shanghai(PVG) CA985/8180 12:05 0:26 24hr 21mn San Francisco (SFO) -
Shanghai(PVG) San Francisco(SFO) CA985 12:05 12:10 15hr 5mn - Boeing 747
AIR CHINA baggage and luggage information:
Baggage
1.
On which routes the Baggage
Weight Concept applies?
The weight.concept applies worldwide, except for the
US-China,Canada-China and San Paulo -Madrid routes.
2.
On which routes the Baggage
Piece Concept applies?
Routes between the US and China, Canada and China, San Paulo and Madrid
have baggage restrictions by number of pieces.
3.
What are the baggage
allowance according to the Weight Concept?
For all regional and international flights (except routes between the
US and China and Canada and China), passengers holding adult-fare or
half-fare tickets are entitled to a free baggage allowance of 40kg (88
lbs) for first class, 30kg (66 lbs) for business class and 20kg (44
lbs) for economy class. If the bags exceed the weight limit specified,
an overweight fee of 1.5% of a one-way non-stop economy class ticket
will be charged for every kilogram overweight.
4.
What are the baggage
restrictions for first and business class passengers on routes between
the US and China and Canada and China?
For first and business class passengers, two bags per passenger may be
checked free of charge. The maximum dimensions of each piece should not
exceed 158cm (62 inches) and should not weigh more than 25kg (50 lbs).
5.
What are the baggage
restrictions for economy class passengers, child passengers and infant
passengers on routes between the US and China and Canada and China?
For adults and children in economy class, two bags per passenger may be
checked free of charge. The maximum dimensions of each piece should not
exceed 158cm (62 inches) and should not weigh more than 23kg (50 lbs).
The maximum dimensions of two pieces combined should not exceed 273cm
(107 inches).
Infant passengers paying 10% of the adult fare are allowed to check one bag free of charge and the maximum dimensions should not exceed 115cm (45 inches). A baby stroller (if able to fold) or carrying basket may be checked free of charge.
6.
How does Air China find
lost baggage?
Air China uses the “WT System” which does an automatic search for 24
hours after the bags are reported lost. Any findings will be
communicated immediately to the passenger. Air China will also contact
the Air China office at the original departure location and any transit
locations to begin searches through other channels.
7.
What is the compensation
policy if baggage is lost or damaged on a flight between US and China
and Canada and China?
Your flight qualifies under the international transportation policies
of the Montreal Convention, which states the baggage compensation limit
is 1000 special withdrawing rights for each passenger. A special
withdrawing right refers to the special withdrawing right regulated by
the International Monetary Fund and one (1) special withdrawing right
is valued at 1.37 dollars of which the exchange rate is floating.
Baggage compensation shall be confirmed according to related
regulations of baggage transportation for Air China.
AIR CHINA Booking and Check in information:
Booking & Ticketing
1.
How to make a reservation?
To make a reservation on Air China, you will need to reserve a seat
through the Air China Website or by contacting an Air China local sales
office. Once a seat is reserved, you will need to purchase your ticket
within the specified timeframe required by Air China. If you fail to
purchase your ticket within the specified timeframe, the seat
reservations will be cancelled.
2.
How to calculate the
validity period of the ticket?
The validity period of a special fare ticket is calculated according to
related regulations. The validity period of a normal fare ticket which
includes a one-way, round trip or multiple segment trip is one year.
The validity period of an open ticket (non-scheduled flight) is
calculated from 00:00 (zero hour) of the day after the date of the
ticket issuance. The validity period of a fixed time ticket (scheduled
flight) is calculated from the date after the commencement of travel.
For all unused tickets, the validity period is one year from the date
of issuance.
3.
How to make changes to a
ticket?
If you would like to change the flight route, the date of the flight or
the class of service, please contact Air China as soon as possible.
Changes will be made depending on the type of ticket that was purchased
and the seat availability. You may also make changes to an electronic
ticket online at us.fly-airchina.com. According to ticket regulations,
you may be required to pay an additional fee for any ticket changes.
4.
How to get a ticket refund?
If you would like to request a refund, it will be handled according to
the type of ticket that was purchased. Refunds can only be processed
within the validity period of the ticket either at the original
purchase place of the ticket or an alternative place agreed upon by Air
China.
Contact: China Travel Solutiions: info@air-china.com
Reservation and Cancellation：
Deposit: A deposit of $200 per person is required at the time of
confirmation of the
reservation. Reservation will automatically be canceled if the deposit
is not received by
CTSLA within 7 days after confirmation of the reservation.
Final Payment: Final payment of the total tour fare is due 45 days
prior to your departure date. If payment is not received by the due
date, the reservation will be subject to cancellation and deposit will
be forfeited.
Cancellation: All cancellation written notice must be received
by CTSLA either by mail or fax. Oral cancellation by phone will
not be acceptable. The following fee will be assessed per person
accordingly when you cancel your reservation:
• US$100 45 or more days prior to departure
• US$200 44-15 days prior to departure
• US$1000 14-3 days prior to departure
• 100% of tour fare will be the fine for no show on the departure
date or within 48 hours prior
to departure.
• When a traveler cannot complete the tour for any reason, the
unused portion of the tour is
not refundable, exchangeable nor transferable.
• In addition to the above stated cancellation charges, if
airline tickets have already been
issued at the time of cancellation (regardless of number of days prior
to departure), the
traveler will be assessed an additional airline cancellation penalty
and service charge
pursuant to the airlines rules and regulations.
Tour Fares Include：
Travel Protection Plan Insurance: When you confirm a reservaation and
make final payment at least 45 days prior to departure, CTSLA
provides full coverage of your vacation travel with our protection
insurance at no additional charge (apply to U.S. and Canada residents
only).
We also offer an optional protection plan at your own expense when you
make your final
payment within 44 days prior to departure.
Air Transportation: A round trip international air ticket is included
with the tour as specified
in the itinerary. Please consult your travel agent regarding the air
fare if you are departing
from cities other than the specified cities.
Hotel Accommodation: Based on two adults sharing one twin bedded room,
double
occupancy. A customer who travels alone is required to pay a single
supplement rate. A
single room is subject to availability based on prior request at an
additional cost. Triple room
is not available in China. When the hotel listed in the brochure is not
available, the similar
category hotel will be substituted without prior notice.
Meals: Meals will be provided in hotels, local restaurants or on board
domestic or
international flights as specified in the itinerary.
Sightseeing: While the sightseeing program is specified in the
itinerary, its final arrangements will be determined by local tour
escort or tour manager based on circumstances which are
beyond the control of CTSLA, such as weather, acts of God, dangers,
incidents to the sea,
fire, breakdown in machinery or equipment, acts of government or
authorities and wars
under local conditions. However, we will adhere to the original
itinerary as accurately as
possible.
Admission / Entrance Fee: All necessary main entrance fees and cruise
tickets for the
programs mentioned in the itinerary will be included.
Tour Fare Does Not Include：
porterage, excess baggage charge, phone bills, postage, laundry,
drinks, insurance premiums; charges arising from deviation; Meals not
mentioned in the itinerary; Tips for tour guide or
driver, bellman; Air fares from your hometown to the gateway city;
airport taxes or air ticket
taxes; any charges levied by local, state, or federal government
agency; any expense due to
delay or change of schedule; over booking of accommodations, default of
any third parties,
sickness, weather, strike, acts of God, acts of terrorism, force
majeure, acts of governments
civil disturbances, war, quarantine, customs regulations, epidemics,
criminal activity or for
any other cause beyond CTSLA' control.
General Conditions：
Tour Price: All tour prices are in US dollars and are based on tariffs
and rates of currency
exchange effect in January 1, 2004. These rates are subject to change
as deemed necessary
and fair by CTSLA.
When the total number of tour members should fall below 10
people, CTSLA reserves the
right to cancel the tour and the tour fare except visa fees will be
refunded.
Passport / Visa: All customers' passports must be valid for at least 6
months from the return
day of the trip. Please consult with your travel agent if you have a
non-US passport. China
visa is valid for 90 days from the date of issuance, and good for a
stay up to 30 days in China.
$80 is the fee for obtaining an individual single entry China visa
through CTSLA. This visa
fee is non-refundable for any reason and is subject to
change. CTSLA is not responsible
when you are denied entrance to China for any reason, even if you have
a valid passport and visa.
Baggage: Baggage is at owner's risk throughout. Baggage allowance for
transatlantic flight is two pieces per person for checked baggage with
combined total dimension not exceeding 106 inches provided neither one
exceeds 62 inches nor 70 lbs. Carry on baggage is limited to one
piece with combined total dimension not exceeding 45 inches. Excess
baggage charge and
insurance is at the owner's responsibility. Baggage allowance in China
is restricted to one
piece only and not to exceed 44 lb
Deviation Charge: In addition to the airline or hotel surcharge, there
will be a US$50 charge for any deviation from the tour.
Change Fee: After your reservation confirmed, US$50 will be charged for
each of the
subsequent changes. Once documents / tickets have been issued, no
change is permitted.
Charges for Children: For children 11 years and under, if they share
room with two adults and not ask for extra bed, they will be charged at
the listed child fare or 75% of a regular adult
price; if they need an extra bed in the same room with two adults, the
cost will be 90% of the
regular adult price. Children 12 and older will be charged at the
regular adult price.
CTSLA reserves the right to exclude passengers as a tour member, when
such person's
health, mental condition, physical infirmity or general deportment
impede the operation of
the tour or the rights, welfare or enjoyment of other tour members. Any
unused tour feature
either on air transportation or on land arrangement is not refundable,
exchangeable nor
transferable.
Health: To ensure the smooth operation of the tour, CTSLA
recommends that travelers be in
good health. Please consult with your physician regarding to your
wellness and ability to
travel long distances. Any physical or mental disability which requires
special treatment or
attention must be noted at the time of reservation.
Shopping: To meet your shopping needs, certain shopping stops during
the tour have been
arranged by the local handling agency. Although CTSLA' tour
director is happy to assist
you with any shopping requirements, we do not take any responsibility
for any items
purchased at shops on tour. Any after sales correspondence must be
between the customer
and the shops.
The airlines, airports, bus company, hotels, or local travel agency
have their own regulations
and insurance policies protecting its clients regarding to safety and
other issues during the
trip. Customers should contact related operator directly
since CTSLA is not responsible for
what the insurance of the third party tour supplier covers.
Late Booking: Last minute booking (within 30 days prior to departure)
is subject to
availability, will be assessed a $25 per person surcharge and taken
only with full payment.
The reservation and payment for CTSLA' any tour shall be deemed to
agree and to be consent to these terms and conditions.
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China General
Information
China is situated in eastern Asia, bounded by the Pacific in the east.
The third largest country in the world, next to Canada and Russia, it
has an area of 9.6 million square kilometers, or one-fifteenth of the
world's landmass. It begins from the confluence of the Heilong and
Wusuli Rivers (135°5' east longitude) in the east to the Pamirs west of
Wuqia County in Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region (73°40' east
longitude) in the west, with about 5,200 kilometers apart. In the
north, it starts from the midstream of the Heilong River north of Mohe
(53°31' north latitude) and stretches south to the southernmost island
Zengmu'ansha in the South China Sea (4°15' north latitude), with about
5,500 kilometers in between.
The Chinese border stretches over 22,000 kilometers on land and its
coastline extends well over 18,000 kilometers, washed by the waters of
the Bohai Sea, the Huanghai, the East China and the South China Seas.
The Bohai Sea is China only inland sea.
There are 6,536 islands larger than 500 square meters, the largest
being Taiwan, with a total area of about 36,000 square kilometers, and
the second, Hainan. The South China Sea Islands are the southernmost
island group of China.
CAPITAL: Beijing -- Area: 16,800 square kilometers with
population: 17.55 million (by 2009)
CLIMATE: China lies mainly in the northern temperate zone under the
influence of monsoon. From September and October to March and April
next year monsoon blows from Siberia and the Mongolian Plateau into
China and decreases in force as it goes southward, causing dry and cold
winter in the country and a temperature difference of 40 degrees
centigrade between the north and the south. The temperature in China in
the winter is 5 to 18 degrees centigrade lower than that in other
countries on the same latitude in winter. Monsoon blows into China from
the ocean in summer, bringing with them warm and wet currents, thus
rain. Great differences in climate are found from region to region
owing to China's extensive territory and complex topography. The
northern part of Heilongjiang Province in the northeast has no summer,
while Hainan Island in the south has a long summer but no winter. The
Huaihe River valley features four distinct seasons, and the western
part of the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau is covered by snow all year round.
The southern part of the Yunan-Guizhou Plateau is spring-like in all
seasons; and the northwestern inland regions could see great variations
of temperature within the day. Annual precipitation also varies greatly
from region to region, which is as high as 1,500 millimeters along the
southeastern coast, and as low as 50 millimeters in the northwest.
POPULATION: 1.328 billion (2008), about 22% of total population in the
world.
The Chinese population is unevenly distributed, with the eastern part
heavily populated (more than 400 persons per square kilometer) and the
west scarcely populated (about 10 persons per square kilometer). The
national average density of population is 130 per square kilometer.
The average size of Chinese household is 3.7 persons. The proportion of
population aged at 0-14 was 19.4 percent, 69% between the ages 15-59,
and 11.6% for the age group of over 60. The average life span of the
Chinese population is 72.27 years, with the male at 68.71, and female
at 73.04.
ADMINISTRATIVE DIVISIONS: China has 23 provinces, 5 autonomous regions,
4 municipalities and 2 Special Administrative Regions (Hong Kong and
Macao).
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