FAQ’s
What Star Rating hotels do we stay in?
Star ratings really aren’t a thing in Asia. We stay in small family run hotels that are clean and tidy. We usually book the same hotels every year so know what to expect. At a minimum your room will have Air Conditioning, a private bathroom, television and WIFI. If anything isn’t to your liking, please tell me and I will try to fix it..
Do I need Travel Insurance?
Yes! Travel insurance is REQUIRED. If anything happens, I will get you to hospital, contact your insurer, next of kin and the Australian Embassy, BUT the tour must go on. I recommend at a minimum, full health cover (including repatriation) and cancellation cover, in case the tour needs to be cancelled.If something happens to me, the tour ends as I am a sole operator! I also reserve the right to cancel the tour at any time for any reason.
Does the itinerary ever change?
Yes, The itinerary is subject to change depending on circumstances that may be out of my control, such as weather or flight cancellations. We can also change the tour if the group decides they do not want to do an activity. There are many optional activities you can choose to do or not.
Do I need to bring a credit card
Yes.Bring a credit card for emergencies. You can’t widely use them, but they are handy to have. There are also very low daily ATM limits and there is a cost to use them.
Is it best to bring cash or Travel cards?
Cash. Don’t change any money in Australia. We organise all that when we land. Bring TWICE as much as you think you need. Travel cards are expensive to use and small daily ATM limits apply.
Do you help us decide what to buy?
I have a saying, ‘If you see it and you like it and the price is right, buy it, as we are not coming back’ If you ask me ‘Should I buy this?’ I will ALWAYS say yes, unless it is overpriced. I can certainly help you decide if gemstones or jewellery are overpriced.
How do I book a tour?
All you need to do is contact me and I’ll put you on the list. Three months before we are due to go, you pay a NON REFUNDABLE deposit, as I start booking accommodation and airfares. The balance is due 8 weeks before we travel. If more than 8 people book, I contact guests in the order they booked, so first in best dressed! You are under non obligation until the non refundable deposit is due, so book early and then you can change your mind.
What if I have other questions?
Please feel free to ask any and all questions. Andrew 0448 190 538, or andrewt1963@gmail.com or if you are in Brisbane, we can meet for coffee and a chat.