Some questions about travel

Frequently asked questions about outbound tourism

1. How many days should I register in advance for outbound travel?

A: In principle, if there is no passport, it must be at least 20 days in advance. If you have a passport, please register as soon as possible to ensure the flight location.

2. How many days does it take to apply for a passport? What information should I prepare? What is the procedure for handling passports?

A: For details, please refer to the instructions for handling a five-year personal passport.

The procedure is roughly as follows:

1) Shanghai residents should bring their ID cards, household registration books and 5 photos of specifications to No.333 Wusong Road, Shanghai for application procedures.

2)/kloc-you can get it after 0/0 working days.

3) Foreign household registration needs to go back to the place where the household registration is located to apply for a passport.

3. What does the outbound package generally include and exclude?

A: Shanghai Airlines International Travel Service is the most considerate for you.

1) The quotation includes: international air tickets to and from Shanghai, overseas catering, accommodation, travel, visas, accommodation in star-rated hotels, tour guide and tour leader services, travel agency liability insurance and special gifts (subject to the contract);

2) Does not include: passport fees or expedited fees, airport construction tax, tips for overseas tour guides, extra fees for voluntary participation, extra fees for TV, telephone, laundry, personal shopping, natural disasters, traffic delays and other force majeure factors.

Please refer to the details of each bank for the specific service content.

4. Can I leave the team if I join the outbound tour team?

A: In principle, it is not allowed. If you are really in a hurry, you can discuss with the tour leader, but you have to pay your passport and departure fee.

5. Can I reschedule the return ticket for the group tour?

A: In principle, domestic teams/outbound teams are not allowed to refund tickets or reschedule them.

6. What are the procedures for replacement of lost passports?

Answer: 1) Please issue a letter of proof of loss (content: name, reason for loss, ID number, etc.) at the police station where my account is located. ).

2) Please bring a letter of proof to the exit-entry administration counter to issue a letter of introduction for loss reporting.

3) Please apply for loss reporting in the newspaper with a letter of introduction and a letter of proof.

4) After three months, please apply again with the loss report and the completed passport application form. Used passports still need to be stamped when they are re-applied, and unused passports do not need to be stamped with political examination seals.

7. What are the overseas tourist destinations and countries that China citizens can visit at their own expense?

A: As of September 1 2004, the China Municipal Government has approved the opening of 90 countries and regions as self-funded tourist destinations for China citizens.

Among them, 54 items have been formally implemented:

65,438+09 Asia: Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Philippines, Korea, Japan, Vietnam, Cambodia, Myanmar, Nepal, Indonesia, Brunei, Sri Lanka, Maldives, India, Pakistan, Turkey, Chinese mainland, Hong Kong and Macau;

30 in Europe: 24 EU countries (Sweden, Finland, France, Germany, Spain, Portugal, Italy, Luxembourg, Belgium, Netherlands, Greece, Austria, Czech Republic, Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, Poland, Slovenia, Hungary, Slovakia, Cyprus, Malta, Denmark and Ireland) and Norway, Iceland, Switzerland and Ireland.

2 in Oceania: Australia and New Zealand;

2 in Africa: Egypt, South Africa;

United States 1: Cuba.

In addition, the outbound tourism business of China citizens from eight African countries (Ethiopia, Kenya, Tanzania, Zambia, Mauritius, Seychelles, Zimbabwe and Tunisia) and Jordan, which have signed memorandums, will be implemented from 65438+February 15; I also signed memorandums with Fiji and Vanuatu; At present, three countries and regions in Oceania (Tonga, Cook Islands and Northern Mariana Islands), six countries in Latin America (Mexico, Ecuador, Peru, Brazil, Argentina and Chile) and nine countries in the Caribbean (Guyana, Bahamas, Jamaica, Suriname, Barbados, Saint Lucia, Antigua and Barbuda, Trinidad and Tobago and Dominica) will implement MOU one after another.

8. How to calculate the air ticket price for children (individual passengers)?

A: Exit: Children over 2 years old1under 2 years old pay 75% of the sales price of adult tickets, occupying seats. Babies under 2 years old pay 10% of the adult fare, which not only occupies one seat.

The above provisions do not apply to group air tickets and chartered flight.

9. What is the weight allowance for free baggage?

A: On international routes, according to the passenger fare level, the weight of luggage checked for free by each full or half-ticket passenger is: 40 kg for first class, 30 kg for business class and 20 kg for economy class. Babies who pay adult fare 10% have no free baggage allowance.

10. How to settle the outbound travel?

A: At present, outbound tourism has become a new fashion. What's a more convenient way to pay bills abroad?

Ordinary people have three choices: bring cash, buy traveler's checks and bring bank drafts. Here are the advantages and disadvantages of the three.

Cash: easy to carry, it is a common currency and is accepted by anyone. However, due to the proliferation of counterfeit and dollar bills and the different regulations of countries on their own currency management, cash is not as good as expected. According to Singapore's regulations, if there is any damage to the cash, it can be rejected. In addition, if cash is lost, it cannot be reported.

Traveler's check: As a new settlement tool in recent years, it is increasingly accepted by tourists, hotels and banks. It has many advantages: for example, issuers have a good reputation, mostly international finance companies or banks. The denomination is fixed, ranging from 10 to 100 yuan or even 100 yuan, with good security. Initial signing is required at the time of purchase, and face-to-face signing is required at the time of redemption, both of which must be consistent; Higher cost is also a feature, and a handling fee of 10% must be paid when purchasing. Traveler's checks are not reported lost or bearer.

Bank draft: generally issued by foreign exchange banks handling international business, with reliable credit and low cost. The average bank only charges a few thousandths of the handling fee; You can freely choose the currency and amount. Because international banks, such as Bank of China, not only have branches abroad, but also have accounts in various countries, such as Bank of Milan in Britain, Citibank in the United States and Chase Manhattan Bank, all of which have accounts in corresponding currencies; There are branches in Singapore and Thailand, and bank draft payment is very convenient. Its weakness is that it must go through the bank and is not easily accepted in hotels and restaurants.

1 1. What should I buy for outbound shopping?

A: When you travel around the world, you should buy the most representative local items as souvenirs, so that traveling can add aftertaste to it. There are local specialties and representative items all over the world. Spending a little money on a few pieces will leave a lot of good memories for your trip. The following "guide" is for reference.

Asia:

Japan-kimono, fashion, handbag, magnetic necklace

Korea-ginseng, leather clothes, toys

Philippines-silverware, jewelry, woodcut, handicrafts, dried mangoes

Thailand-crocodile meat, seafood, coconut sugar, beef jerky, dried pork.

Singapore-Dried Chicken and Wind Oil

Malaysia-Kite, Batik, Cardamom Oil, Durian Sauce

Indonesia-seafood, bird's nest, woodcut, printing, cowhide

India-gems, carpets

Europe:

Antiques, pottery and flannel from London airport, England

Holland-Amsterdam Flower Market, Ceramics, Diamonds and Wooden Shoes

Vatican-the postal car next to St. Peter's Cathedral buys commemorative stamps, relics and silver market.

Italy-Buy leather clothes, fashion, leather shoes and silk in Spain Square in Rome.

Beer mug, woodcut, camera accessories, door scissors.

Belgium-Buy exquisite hand-woven lace, diamonds and tapestries in Brussels Square.

France-Buy perfume, cosmetics, wine and fashion in the first and second districts near the Paris Opera House.

Czech Republic-crystal, glass, leather

Switzerland-watches, cross swords, music boxes, chocolates, toys.

Austria-decorative woodcuts, leather products, crystals, hand-made fabrics

Oceania:

Australia-kangaroo toys, dried abalone, koala toys

New Zealand-Sculpture, Wool Products

North America:

American-American ginseng, frozen seafood, frozen lobster slices, souvenirs

Hawaii-Hawaiian straw hats, shells, woodcuts, necklaces

Canada-frozen salmon, leather clothing, Toronto woodcut, Vancouver Indian handicrafts.

12. Why should I tip? What is the correct tip?

In China, waiters are not allowed to accept tips from guests. But in foreign countries, tipping waiters has become a customary habit. Unless you are not satisfied with the service, you will not tip. Tipping has become a common practice in the international tourism service industry. The main income of hotel waiters, tour guides of travel agencies and drivers of travel companies comes from the consumption paid by guests. The standard of tipping varies from country to country. For example, if you go to Korea, the tip that each guest should pay is 30 yuan RMB per day. Thai letter horse is generally 20 yuan per person every day.

Tipping can not only represent the guests' respect for the service staff, but also express the guests' affirmation and gratitude for the service work. On the other hand, it also reflects the cultural accomplishment and civilization of the guests themselves.

How to pay the tip?

A: Some tips and practices. Tip the waiter who cleans the room and put it in a conspicuous position when you leave the room. Don't leave a tip under the pillow, or the waiter will forget to accept what the guest thinks is his own. If you can put the tip on the table and leave a "thank you" note, it will be welcomed and respected by the waiter. If you want to tip the bellboy yourself, you'd better shake hands with him to express your thanks and tip him secretly. Tips for tour guides and drivers should be paid by members together, put in an envelope and given by representatives in public. Tip in person, avoid paying coins, it will make the other person unhappy.

14. Why did the travel agency charge me a deposit?

A: Visa is an important part of outbound tourism. Travel agencies can easily obtain visas because of the good cooperative relationship and good reputation between travel agencies and embassies. Normal tourists are welcome in any country, but illegal immigrants are not welcome in any country. The reason why travel agencies need to collect deposits is to get tourists' guarantee and avoid illegal immigration. The deposit collected by the travel agency will be refunded to the guests immediately after they return to Shanghai.

15. Can I visit my relatives and friends during my trip?

A: It's not that you can't have your own arrangements or sightseeing projects for outbound travel. Most of the trips will give guests optional self-funded projects, so that you can choose to visit according to your own interests. Of course, you can also use this time to visit relatives and friends.

But the main purpose of outbound tourism should be tourism. If your main purpose of leaving the country is to visit relatives and friends or for other reasons, please apply for the corresponding exit permit for other legitimate reasons.

Outbound tourism should abide by the team's itinerary and norms, and we do not encourage leaving the group to act alone. (except self-help tour)

16. What's the difference between travel agency liability insurance and travel accident insurance?

Answer: 1) Travel agency liability insurance is the behavior that the travel agency pays the insurance premium to the insurance company according to the insurance contract. The payer of the insurance premium is the travel agency;

The insurance premium of travel accident insurance is paid directly by tourists to insurance companies or collected by travel agencies on behalf of insurance companies, that is, the payer of insurance premium other than travel is tourists;

2) The person responsible for the insurance accident of travel agency liability insurance is determined, that is, the person responsible for this accident is the travel agency, that is, the travel agency engages in tourism business activities, causing personal and property damage to tourists, and the person responsible for the damage is the travel agency, and the damage compensation is borne by the travel agency;

The person responsible for travel accident insurance is uncertain. The person responsible for a tourism accident can refer to the objective situation that the tourism parties cannot foresee and avoid. The person responsible for a tourist accident may be a travel agency, a tourist or a third person.

3) The undertaker of travel agency liability insurance compensation is the insured insurance company.

General situation of Maldives

Country name: Republic of Maldives.

Independence Day: July 26th (1965)

National Day: July 26th (1965)

National flag: rectangular, with an aspect ratio of 3: 2. The national flag consists of three colors: red, green and white. The flag land is a green rectangle with red edges around it. The width of the red edge is a quarter of the width of the whole flag, and the width of the green rectangle is half of the width of the whole flag. A white crescent moon is in the middle of a green rectangle. Red symbolizes the blood of national heroes who died for national sovereignty and independence; Green represents life, progress and prosperity, and the white crescent represents peace, tranquility and the Maldivian people's belief in Islam.

National emblem: It consists of a crescent moon, a five-pointed star, two national flags, a sea coconut tree and a ribbon. The crescent moon and the five-pointed star indicate that the state religion of Maldives is Islam, the national flag symbolizes the strength and dignity of the country, and the sea coconut tree represents the livelihood of the people. The traditional name of Maldives is written on the ribbon at the bottom.

Physical geography: the total area is 90,000 square kilometers (including the territorial sea area), and the land area is 298 square kilometers. Archipelago countries in the Indian Ocean, 820km long from north to south and 130km wide from east to west, are located about 600km in the south of India and 750km in the southwest of Sri Lanka. It consists of 26 groups of natural atolls and 1 190 coral islands, divided into 19 administrative groups, distributed in 90,000 square kilometers of sea area, of which 199 islands are inhabited and 99 1 islands are deserts with an average area of1. Located near the equator, it has obvious tropical climate characteristics and has no four seasons. The annual precipitation is 2 143mm, and the annual average temperature is 28℃.

Population: 287,000 (2002), all of whom are Maldivians. There are differences between the national language and the official language, and English is widely used in education and foreign exchanges. Most Maldivians belong to Sunni Islam, and Islam is the state religion.

Male, the capital of Maldives.

Capital: Male, population about 75,000 (2002).

Administrative divisions: The whole country is divided into two regions, the south and the north. Each region has a deputy official who is responsible for several groups of atolls.

Currency: Lufia >>& gt

Brief history: Aryans settled here in the 5th century BC. 1 1 16 established the Sultanate with Islam as the state religion, which experienced six dynasties. Portugal colonized it from 1558. Under the leadership of Takurufanu, the Maldivian people staged an uprising and recovered their motherland in 1573. /kloc-in the 0/8th century, it was invaded by the Netherlands again. 1887 became a British protectorate. 1932, Maldives changed to constitutional monarchy. 1952 became a * * * republic within the Commonwealth. 1954 the Malaysian parliament decided to abolish the Republic and rebuild the Sultanate. 1960, the British-Malaysian agreement stipulated that Britain would lease the Gan Island base for 30 years. 1On July 26th, 965, Rimal declared its independence. 1968165438+1October 1 1 was changed to * * * Republic, and the presidential system was implemented.

Maldives-by the water >>& gt

Politics: The new constitution came into effect on June 1998+ 10/0/. According to the Constitution, Malaysia is a completely independent sovereign country. Change the old constitution that there are only 1 presidential candidates, and all members have the right to participate in the presidential election. Presidential candidates are nominated by the National Assembly and elected by more than half of all voters for a term of five years. The President has the power to approve laws, convene special sessions of the National Assembly, issue provisional decrees, grant amnesty and appoint ministers. The National Assembly of Maldives is the highest legislative body in the country with a term of five years. Parliament passed the bill by a simple majority. The government implements the presidential cabinet system. There are no political parties or organizations in China. Ma practices Islamic law.

Economy: Tourism, shipping and fishery are the three pillars of horse economy. Horses are rich in marine resources, including all kinds of tropical fish, turtles, tortoises, corals and shells. China has 6,900 hectares of arable land, which is barren and its agriculture is very backward. Coconut production plays an important role in agriculture, with about 6,543,800 coconut trees. Other crops are millet, corn, bananas and cassava. With the development of tourism, the vegetable and poultry breeding industry began to develop. Fishery is an important part of the national economy. Horse fishery resources are rich, rich in tuna, bonito, mackerel, lobster, sea cucumber, grouper, shark, turtle and hawksbill. In recent years, tourism has surpassed fishing and become the largest economic pillar of Maldives.

News and publication: There are two kinds of daily newspapers and a few weekly newspapers in Germany, which are mainly distributed in Male, the capital. There is also a biweekly English newspaper.

Diplomacy: Pursue a peaceful, independent and non-aligned foreign policy, get along well with all countries that respect Malaysia's independence and sovereignty, and attach importance to developing relations with India, Japan, Sri Lanka and Arab countries.

Relations with China: 1972 10 14 10. In October, Maldives established diplomatic relations with China.

Finally, Maldives is definitely a good place for honeymoon, with blue sky and clear water. I wish you a happy wedding and a pleasant journey!