Tips for Long Flights

Wear loose-fitting clothing and comfortable shoes.
Based on current airline regulations in place, you may be required to wear a medical grade mask (or N95/KN95) so you may want to have several with you in order to change during the flight.
Avoid caffeine, alcohol and carbonated drinks and drink plenty of water to stay hydrated.
Alleviate ear pressure by chewing gum, yawning, swallowing or gently blowing your nose.
Periodically walk up and down the aisle to stretch your legs and get blood circulating. You can also do a few isometric exercises while seated.
Try to sleep during your overnight flight – an eye mask, noise cancelling headphones and a light sweater or scarf may help you to be more comfortable and sleep so you can acclimate to the local time more quickly.
Avoid wearing contact lenses during your flight, as recirculated cabin air tends to dry them out.

TSA Secure Flight Program

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) requires all passengers to provide Secure Flight passenger data when reserving airline travel. This includes your full name, date of birth and gender as it appears on non-expired government-issued travel documents (e.g., passport, re-entry permit, alien registration card, “green card,” photo ID, etc.). Any missing or incorrect information can cause unnecessary delays at the airport. If you reserved your airline tickets through AmaWaterways and have not yet provided us with this Secure Flight passenger data, please contact our office as soon as possible at 800-626-0126 or 818-428-6198 (if dialing from outside of the U.S.). Please refer to your local transportation authorities for more information.

Airport Security and Check-in

Please arrive at least three hours before international flights and at two hours before domestic flights this will allow ample time to check-in and get through Customs and TSA security check points.

Late or Missed Flights

If you miss a flight, immediately advise an airline representative that you are a cruise guest bound for a specific location/date/time to meet your ship. If your flight is cancelled, await instructions from the airline regarding alternate travel arrangements and contact your travel advisor for assistance. Typically, airlines will do everything in their power to get you on the next available flight. Once you know your new flight information, please call the emergency contact number listed within our Contact Information section and your electronic Travel Documents.

Travel Protection Insurance

We strongly recommend you purchase travel protection insurance that includes coverage related to Covid-19. If you purchased travel protection insurance, please make sure to write down important information such as the insurance company’s telephone number and your policy number.

For the most up-to-date vaccination and Travel Insurances requirements at port of entry, please visit:

Vietnam National Administration of Tourism at https://vietnam.travel/node/1336
Embassy of Cambodia in USA at https://www.embassyofcambodiadc.org/arrival-procedure.html
Tourism administration of Thailand at https://www.tourismthailand.org/home

Baggage

International air carriers are often very strict about the size and weight of baggage and carry-on luggage. Please contact your air carrier or visit its website for specific requirements prior to your departure, as size and weight limitations vary according to the airlines. It is also important to check Intra Asia Air flight regulations as these too may vary. Passengers on international flights are usually allowed one piece of checked luggage and one carry-on bag per person. Some airlines limit each checked bag to a maximum of 62 linear inches (158 linear cm) and weight do not exceed 50 lbs. (23 kg). Your carry-on should not exceed 22 x 14 x 9 inches (55 x 35 x 22 cm) or weigh more than 15 lbs. (7kg). International air carriers may impose fees for baggage that is too large or heavy and/or require you to remove certain articles in order to meet weight restrictions. Current security regulations require that all liquid items in your carry-on bag be no larger than 3 oz. and contained in a clear quart-sized plastic bag.

Intra-Asia Luggage Restrictions (Applies to all flights within Southeast Asia)

One Checked-in baggage must not exceed 50lbs/23kg in weight and to a maximum of 62inches (158 cm)
One Carry-on baggage plus one small item, such as ladies purse or a small handbag, must not exceed 22lbs/10kg in weight. One Carry-on must not exceed a maximum of 45 inches (115cm) and one small item must not exceed 33 inches (85cm) and must fit under the seat in front of you.

*An extra fee will apply for overweight and/or each additional piece of checked in luggage. Fees to be paid by guests directly to Vietnam airlines counter at Hanoi or Siem Reap airport.

NOTE: Airlines may impose fees for excess baggage and/or require you to remove articles and place them in another bag if weight/size limits are exceeded. AmaWaterways is not responsible for any additional fees imposed by airlines. Also, storage space may be limited on board your ship and/or motorcoaches/ tender boats, and porters may refuse to carry heavy, oversized suitcases. For these reasons, we recommend bringing only one suitcase and one carry-on bag per person. Vietnam Airlines has banned the use of lithium backup batteries on all of their flights. If you plan to carry one of these devices in your hand luggage, it must be declared at check-in and inspected for any irregularities.

It is a good idea to place your itinerary and contact information inside your checked bag, just in case it goes temporarily astray.

Mobile Phones

Please contact your service provider for information on overseas usage. Your phone will need to be set up for international roaming.