PLANNING You navigate a complex world. Below is a list of important operational considerations sm Air Culinaire Worldwide is redefi ning business aviation when planning a trip into, within or out of China. catering globally. our commitment is to make your total CHINA GUIDE Avoid the unexpected. Manage expectations. experience simple and enjoyable, from ordering to delivery to dining to invoicing. A flight attendant’s guide to cuisine, hotels, airports, health, security, and country requirements in China. COUNTRY AIRPORT HOTELS SECURITY Be aware of the following Confi rm the following with your hotel Research the following information Confi rm the following information recommendations and requirements prior to booking: prior to your trip: prior to your trip: before operating to China: • Meets western standard for 4- and 5-star • Security considerations for city, including Your creativity and knowledge make the trip. • All crew arriving into the country with a • Airport operating hours accommodation tourist destinations, restaurants, and markets business aircraft must have a “C”-type visa • Ground handler hours of operation, • Depending on the destination, only local You have a simple mandate: make every trip successful – no matter what. The largest country in the world by population and second largest by GDP, China • Crew arriving commercially and departing meeting point, and phone numbers hotel options may be available • Areas in city that should be avoided And your job isn’t getting any easier. You have to manage stakeholders’ is both an important destination for general aviation (GA) traffi c, and it is home with a business aircraft need a “C”- and • Customs, immigration, and quarantine • Location • Secure transport options (note: public to a rapidly growing base of business aircraft operators. Because of all this, if you “L”- or “F”-type visas expectations, stay on top of regulatory changes, be prepared for when the clearance procedures • Grocery stores or markets nearby transportation not recommended) haven’t operated to China already, there’s a good chance you may travel there soon. • Visas for this country can’t be obtained on unexpected happens – and do all of this with fewer resources. By working • Regulations for crew bringing aboard • Restaurant options at or near the hotel • Things to avoid doing while at destination In addition, China is the host country of the annual NBAA Asian Business Aviation arrival, and immigration authorities will with Universal Weather and Aviation, Inc., you have the ability to set pre-trip catering for departure (e.g., walking alone, cultural differences, Conference and Exhibition (ABACE), the largest tradeshow event in Asia focued on deport those crew members that don’t • Advance booking requirements (critical if etc.) expectations, understand and anticipate regulatory changes, and access to a business aviation. have required visas • Fluid limitations if bringing own catering stay coincides with major local events) global community that can adapt and execute when trouble strikes. Keep the for departure (e.g., from a restaurant) • Security intelligence reports you should We recognize the critical role you play as a vital member of the crew. To help you • A country health briefi ng should be • Minimum number of stays needed for acquire to understand potential risks guarantees you make to your organization by relying on Universal’s complete avoid the unexpected and manage expectations when traveling to China, while obtained in advance • Restricted food items (e.g., agricultural booking (e.g., city, hotel, country) restrictions) trip management services – customized trip support, fuel management through delighting your passengers along the way, we have developed this planning guide. • A navigator is required when traveling to • Down payment or pre-payment • Your IT policy - Your IT department may UVair®, worldwide ground support from Universal Aviationsm, online flight domestic and military airports • Ability to store food items on the aircraft, requirements Enclosed you’ll find information on visas, airports, hotels, health considerations, want to ensure your mobile devices don’t with the ground handler or with the • Lead time to arrange direct bill for rooms planning, safety management, data link, scheduling software, and much more. and security from Universal Weather and Aviation, Inc., as well as a guide to Chinese • Flights with origin or destination of automatically connect to WIFI when in caterer through a 3rd party cuisine from Air Culinaire Worldwide, a Universal® company. Taiwan are not permitted to land or China, because all internet in China is overfl y China. This includes arriving and • In-fl ight catering delivery time • Cancellation policy We hope this information is useful in helping you navigate the local culture and subject to censorship and surveillance by departing from China and overfl ying (particularly, how far in advance catering • Availability of courtesy transportation their government Asia-Pacific +852 2109 1330 • Europe, Middle East, and Africa +44 1279 665 212 understand China’s unique operational requirements. Taiwan enroute to another country is recommended to be delivered) • Rate cap limitations for room rates N. America +1 (800) 231-5600 • Worldwide +1 (713) 944-1622 And, as always, know that you’re not alone, and we are here for you whenever you • When traveling to China, you must • Ramp access availability (when needed universalweather.com • Lead time required by hotel restaurant need us. register with the police within 24 hours during your stay and on day of departure) to order catering of your arrival in the country. If you are staying at a hotel, the staff will • Room refrigerator requirements automatically register you. If you are • Rewards program information on fi le Mandarin – huãnyíng, which means “Welcome.” staying with friends, take your passport to with hotel for elite status qualifi cation the local police station to register and points If you have questions or need assistance with any of the above, contact us at: N. America +1 (800) 231-5600 ext. 3300 or Worldwide +1 (713) 944-1622 ext. 3300. © 2014 Universal Weather and Aviation, Inc. • AC-TK 033 PLANNING You navigate a complex world. Below is a list of important operational considerations sm Air Culinaire Worldwide is redefi ning business aviation when planning a trip into, within or out of China. catering globally. our commitment is to make your total CHINA GUIDE Avoid the unexpected. Manage expectations. experience simple and enjoyable, from ordering to delivery to dining to invoicing. A flight attendant’s guide to cuisine, hotels, airports, health, security, and country requirements in China. COUNTRY AIRPORT HOTELS SECURITY Be aware of the following Confi rm the following with your hotel Research the following information Confi rm the following information recommendations and requirements prior to booking: prior to your trip: prior to your trip: before operating to China: • Meets western standard for 4- and 5-star • Security considerations for city, including Your creativity and knowledge make the trip. • All crew arriving into the country with a • Airport operating hours accommodation tourist destinations, restaurants, and markets business aircraft must have a “C”-type visa • Ground handler hours of operation, • Depending on the destination, only local You have a simple mandate: make every trip successful – no matter what. The largest country in the world by population and second largest by GDP, China • Crew arriving commercially and departing meeting point, and phone numbers hotel options may be available • Areas in city that should be avoided And your job isn’t getting any easier. You have to manage stakeholders’ is both an important destination for general aviation (GA) traffi c, and it is home with a business aircraft need a “C”- and • Customs, immigration, and quarantine • Location • Secure transport options (note: public to a rapidly growing base of business aircraft operators. Because of all this, if you “L”- or “F”-type visas expectations, stay on top of regulatory changes, be prepared for when the clearance procedures • Grocery stores or markets nearby transportation not recommended) haven’t operated to China already, there’s a good chance you may travel there soon. • Visas for this country can’t be obtained on unexpected happens – and do all of this with fewer resources. By working • Regulations for crew bringing aboard • Restaurant options at or near the hotel • Things to avoid doing while at destination In addition, China is the host country of the annual NBAA Asian Business Aviation arrival, and immigration authorities will with Universal Weather and Aviation, Inc., you have the ability to set pre-trip catering for departure (e.g., walking alone, cultural differences, Conference and Exhibition (ABACE), the largest tradeshow event in Asia focued on deport those crew members that don’t • Advance booking requirements (critical if etc.) expectations, understand and anticipate regulatory changes, and access to a business aviation. have required visas • Fluid limitations if bringing own catering stay coincides with major local events) global community that can adapt and execute when trouble strikes. Keep the for departure (e.g., from a restaurant) • Security intelligence reports you should We recognize the critical role you play as a vital member of the crew. To help you • A country health briefi ng should be • Minimum number of stays needed for acquire to understand potential risks guarantees