So far 22 people have booked this tour.

Your original message post now has three messages attached to it, including yours, so do have another look. The delay might have been because the later message was posted over the weekend and still needed to be 'approved' by me. I have to read everything before publishing in case anyone says anything they shouldn't!

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Anne

Yes, business-class upgrades are possible on this trip. I believe the cost is around £800-£1000 for the return trip. I don't have any information about availability, though, so if you are interested, please call our customer advisors on 01858 581980.

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Yes, upgrading is rarely cheap - especially on long-haul flights. A once in a lifetime experience, perhaps?

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Sorry to be off the mark. The price I mentioned was our standard one but prices do vary quite a bit depending on the time of year and how much the airlines need the money. In the current climate there are some bargains to be had on upgrades. (I'm assuming the price you were quoted was 100% better!).

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You can indeed buy Chinese Yuan in advance. Many main branches of Thomas Cook and Marks & Spencers Foreign Exchange have currency available over the counter, and most banks and post offices are able to order Yuan for you. You may also purchase Yuan at all major airports but the rate of exchange may not be as favourable.

You can take up to 6,000 Yuan to China, which is about £400. There is no limit on the amount of other currency you can take into China, but if the amount is over £2000, this must be declared to customs!

Regarding your question about the adapter, we recommend that you take a universal/ international adapter with you, as sockets vary quite a bit around China, and you'll also be able to use it wherever you go in the world in future. Ask the staff in the shop if you aren't sure which ones are which.

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You'll be flying from Heathrow Terminal 3 for this tour.

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It can be a chore to change travellers' cheques in China. Personally I would take plenty of Chinese Yuan with me (you can take 6,000 into the country - about £400) then use my debit card to withdraw more from cashpoints as and when needed. Check with your bank to make sure your card can be used in China.

It is a very safe country for tourists so I wouldn't be unduly worried about carrying cash around.

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Thanks in anticipation - Dot25

You could take dollars or sterling with you but you will need to change it into Yuan when you are in China. Another option is to use your debit card at the cashpoints over there. If you would like to do this, check with your bank before travelling.

There will be five of you flying from Manchester, so I'm sure you'll all keep each other company. Look out for the luggage tags at the airport!

You will only need to check your luggage in once, at Manchester. It will be transferred to the Air China flight for you at Heathrow.

Your final documents have been put in the post today, but I believe your flight departs Manchester at 14.00. The return flight arrives back at Manchester at 22.05 on September 13th.

Have a great holiday!

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