About CCE:
What is the mission of CCE?
CCE's mission is to make the world a harmonious village / community by creating new connections and building interpersonal networks between those of different languages and cultural backgrounds. CCE promotes international cultural and educational exchanges,enhance mutual understanding between cultures, and function as a bridge for peoples on both sides of the Pacific Ocean.
Why does CCE emphasize “Travel” when handling cross culture exchanges?
Travel is an important part of learning, travelers get educated during their trips to a strange culture. People need to travel to different places to learn, observe and experience other ways of life.
What can CCE do for me?
CCE will provide you the opportunities for education, networking and training through training programs, conferences, workshops and other events. As far as Sino-American cultural exchanges are concerned, CCE understands both cultures, knows who needs what, and have wide resources and connections in both countries, therefore CCE will function as a guide to show you how to achieve your goals under a new cultural environment. CCE provides Summer Camps for students, training programs for adults, and travel assistance for overseas vacationers.
Can you give me CCE's bank info, so I can wire my payment?
Yes. Please wire or make your cash or check deposit into our
Wells Fargo Bank Account as directed. Here is our bank info:
Account Name: Cross Culture Exchange Corporation
Account Phone Contact Number: 415-434-1636
Account Number: 206-717-xxxx
Account Address: 210 Post Street, Suite 912—911, San Francisco, CA
Note: Please contact us for a full account number
Routing Number For Electronic Wire: 121042882
Bank Address: 2 Grant Ave. , San Francisco
Bank Phone Number: 415-982-1846
Bank Toll Free Number: 800-225-5935
Note:
After making your deposit into our account, please make sure to call our office, so that we will process your orders immediately.
About Summer (winter) Camps:
What makes CCE Summer Camp different from the other camps?
CCE offers parents and their children an all-inclusive program that incorporates components of proper exercise, proper nutrition, proper communication skills in a foreign country, Chinese language learning, and special training of Chinese dance and martial arts. Our camp strictly limits the number of students that attend camp per session. We want to keep a small “family type” atmosphere so that all campers get the attention they need and deserve. During classes and events, the campers learn to socialize and assist each other through the learning process.
Can I visit my child during camp?
Your child is able to call home from China during the morning hours using a phone card, and send emails during their free times. We have a weekly Family Day if parents and family decide to visit during their trip in China. Family Day encourages family participation, gives parents a first hand demonstration of our program. However, it is more beneficial for the campers if parents do not visit during any other time during their camp session. The campers are more focused and can concentrate on their education and the program if not disrupted. We provide a hotline for the parents, therefore our instructors and managers can be reached 24/7.
About Travel Insurance:
Can I buy travel protection without any trip cancellation coverage?
Yes, you can choose a plan that excludes this coverage but still includes a full range of benefits to protect you during your trip, including coverage for: trip delay, medical evacuation/ repatriation, baggage and baggage delay, itinerary change and much more
Are the coverage amount maximums for trip cancellation/ interruption per person?
Yes, the maximum amounts are on a per traveler basis.
What are the different ways that I can purchase coverage?
You can purchase coverage online, by phone, by fax or email.
Why should I purchase Travel Protection when I have other insurance policies?
Travel Protection combines insurance coverages and travel assistance services into a comprehensive package that protects both you and your investment - before and during your trip.
Travelex Plans provide comprehensive coverage including Trip Cancellation and Trip Interruption benefits. This coverage can protect you against losing your travel investment to travel suppliers, like cruise lines and tour operators, if you should cancel within their non-refundable cancellation period.
Credit card insurance policies may protect you for flight accidents, car rental damage or for accidental death while traveling, but this protection is usually only offered to you when you purchase your tickets with that particular credit card.
Won’t my Homeowner's and Medical Insurance policies cover me during my trip?
It is best to review your current insurance programs and the coverage they offer when you are traveling. Many HMO's and PPO's offer limited coverage when traveling outside your networks. Medicare supplement benefits also need to be reviewed to determine their exact benefits or lack of benefits when traveling. Travelex Protection Plans offer primary medical coverage because of the varying degree of limitations offered by many medical plans. Homeowner's and rental policies usually have large deductibles in the event of lost or stolen baggage when traveling. Our coverage is primary - you file with Travelex first.
Are children under 16 always covered at no cost?
Yes, as long as the adult Family Member with whom they are traveling with is covered. The children can be covered even if they are staying in a different room or cabin than the covered adult Family Member. There is, however, an additional charge for children if you purchase the Optional Medical Upgrade and/or the Optional Flight Coverage. (* Travel Plus and TraveLite only.)
If children under 16 are covered at no cost, should I still list them when completing an enrollment form or purchasing online?
Yes, list all travelers for whom you wish to cover including your children under 16. (* Travel Plus and TraveLite only. )
Who qualifies as a Key Person? Do they have to be a relative?
A Key Person is defined as an employed caregiver of a legal dependent of you or a person with whom you have lived for 12 continuous months. A Key Person does not have to be a blood relation. Key Persons are included in the covered reasons to cancel under trip cancellation / interruption coverage.
What if I cancel my trip before any penalty from the travel provider begins?
You must notify Travelex Insurance Services that you intend to cancel your trip before your original departure date. Travelex will allow you to "re-use" your purchased coverage up to one year from original departure date. If you notify Travelex within two weeks of making the initial trip deposit on the new trip, pre-existing medical conditions will be covered as long as you are medically fit to travel at the time of transfer. (See the Evidence of Coverage for details). (* Travel Plus and TraveLite only.)
What happens if I purchase a protection plan, and the cost of my trip goes up?
Simply call Travelex or request additional coverage in the Request a plan change section of this site. We will adjust your coverage and accept additional premium to cover your new trip cost.
(* Travel Plus and TraveLite only.)
Why is Trip Cancellation/Interruption protection important?
All travel suppliers, whether they are Tour Operators, Hotels, Travel Agencies, Cruise lines or Airlines, have cancellation penalties. You pay a deposit or final payment toward a trip and these suppliers will apply their published penalties to your trip. You will find the published penalties more severe as your scheduled departure date gets closer. These published penalties inform you that if you cancel, the supplier will hold all or a large percentage of your monies placed as down payment, deposit or final payment. You will lose this money. Trip Cancellation and Interruption is designed to reimburse you for your loss if you cancel or interrupt for a covered reason. (* Travel Plus and TraveLite only.)
If my traveling companion cancels their trip and I still want to go on the trip, will Travelex cover additional costs caused due to their cancellation?
Yes, you are covered for a single supplement upgrade when your traveling companion cancels or interrupts a trip for a covered reason and you do not. (* Travel Plus and TraveLite only.)
Am I covered if I cancel my trip because I am laid off or fired by my employer?
Travelex Plans do offer protection for cancellations due to terminations or layoffs, through no fault of yours, affecting either you or a person sharing the same cabin or hotel room. Remember that employment must have been with the same employer for at least 3 consecutive years. (* Travel Plus and TraveLite only. )
Will a Travelex Plan cover me if I need to cancel or interrupt my trip due to terrorism?
Terrorism is a reason to cancel under Travelex Protection Plans. The Terrorist Incident must occur in the Insured's city of destination and you must be scheduled to arrive in that city within 30 days following the Terrorist Incident. The terrorist incident must also be documented in a travel warning issued by the U.S. State Department advising that one should not travel to the Insured’s country of destination or, for U.S. cities, reported by the major news media. If the warning or report is issued after your effective date and covers your trip dates, then you may cancel or interrupt. (* Travel Plus and TraveLite only.)
Do both TraveLite and Travel Plus offer coverage for pre-existing conditions?
Yes, both Travelex plans cover pre-existing medical conditions, regardless of your age, if you enroll in a protection plan within 21 days of making your initial trip deposit and as long as you are medically fit to travel at the time of purchase. ( * Travel Plus (B01) and TraveLite (B02) only.)
Can I still purchase coverage if I miss the 21-day period after initial trip deposit?
Yes, you can purchase travel protection up until your date of departure. You will not, however, be covered for pre-existing medical conditions if you miss the 21-day period. (* Travel Plus (B01) and TraveLite (B02) only.)
What are the benefits of purchasing coverage within 21 days of initial trip deposit if I am not in penalty?
In order to have pre-existing medical conditions covered, you must purchase within 21 days of initial trip deposit. The Pre-existing waiver for existing conditions covers not only you, but for any covered person for whom you may have to cancel your trip. (* Travel Plus (B01) and TraveLite (B02) only)
If I change my mind after enrolling in a protection plan, can I get a refund?
Yes, Travelex will refund your plan cost (minus the $5.00 non-refundable processing fee) if you are not completely satisfied within 10 days of purchase, provided you have not departed or filed a claim.
Can a foreign national purchase a Travelex Protection Plan?
Yes, Travelex Protection Plans can be purchased by any traveler who is physically in the United States at the time of purchase or by any United States resident.
About Other Related Information
Can you provide us with some useful internet links about China?
Of Course. Please view and click some good links below:
http://www.travelchinaguide.com/essential/baggage.htm
Baggage allowance
http://www.thebeijingguide.com/airport/
Beijing airport entry & departure guide
http://www.travelchinaguide.com/essential/customs.htm
Customs declaration
http://www.chinadiscounthotel.com/aboutbeijing/general/money.html
Chinese currency
http://www.thebeijingguide.com/money/money3.html
Chinese currency (photos)
http://www.thebeijingguide.com/communications/long_distance.html
Phone cards, China
http://www.chinadiscounthotel.com/aboutbeijing/tips/phone.html
Beijing telephone #s.
http://www.chinaadviser.com/useful_chinese_phrases.html
Chinese phrases
http://www.thebeijingguide.com/toilets/chinese_toilets.html
Toilets & related tips
http://www.beijingtraveltips.com/sights/squat_toilet/squat_toilet.htm
Squat toilets
http://www.beijingtraveltips.com/shopping.htm
Beijing main shopping areas
http://www.beijingmap.us/city/beijing_city_shopping_map.htm
Beijing shopping areas
http://www.thebeijingguide.com/shopping/lady-street.html
Shopping: Lady Street
http://www.chinadiscounthotel.com/aboutbeijing/shopping/directory.html
Shopping
http://www.beijingtraveltips.com/tips/shopping_1/bargaining_howto.htm
Bargaining
http://www.journeywoman.com/shopping_worldwide/china_beijing_markets.html
Shopping
http://www.hoteltravel.com/china/beijing/maps.htm
Beijing map - districts
http://www.beijingtraveltips.com/tips/taxi_1/taxi_tips_1.htm
Taxi tips (types of taxis)
http://www.beijingtraveltips.com/tips/taxi_2/taxi_tip_2.htm
Taxi tips (meters & drivers)
http://www.beijingtraveltips.com/tourist_trail.htm
Major Beijing tourist attractions
http://www.weather.com/outlook/travel/businesstraveler/monthly/CHXX0008?from=search Beijing weather
http://www.tielu.org
China's Railroad Information
http://www.doc2pdf.net/
Free convertion to pdf files
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