A: Absolutely! All webinar recordings can be found at asta.org/videoresources.
A: For a list of what testing, vaccinations, and booster requirements will be to attend events during the Expo, click here. We will be checking for each of these during our onsite check-in process and will issue badge identifiers. Each badge will be checked by an ASTA staff member upon entering activities.
A: COVID-19 Testing will be made available at the Marriott and Kempinski on March 19th & 20th. Please note: If spots fill up quickly, ASTA will add more time slots for testing in the Attendee Service Center. Please DO NOT Pre-Register for testing with ASTA if you have made other arrangements. No-shows will be charged $30.
A: Visit the U.S. Embassy in Hungary's website for the most up-to-date information on entry and exit requirements.
A: Travel Insurance is not required to attend but it is strongly recommended. Should any River Cruise Expo attendee test positive for COVID during the course of the event and require quarantine or medical care during travel, the costs for such could be prohibitive and will be the sole responsibility of the attendee. A travel insurance policy may cover these and other unexpected costs incurred before or during your trip. Consult with your travel insurance provider to discuss coverage options to ensure that you are adequately protected.
A: No. Attendees are responsible for arranging their own transportation to the conference upon arrival to Budapest.
A: Your Post-Cruise Cabin Guests who are not registered for the Expo cannot attend sessions, evening events, meals on ships or tours. These options are only opened to advisors and guests who are registered for the Expo.
A: Budapest Policy – Click here for full policy. We highly recommend securing travel insurance for your travel to the Expo.
If you test positive for coronavirus during your stay in Hungary, you must self-isolate at your accommodation. You can leave your self-isolation when all of the following three conditions are met:
You cannot leave your accommodation and you cannot have guests during your period of self-isolation. You can order groceries, food and medicine online and have it delivered to your home. In a medical emergency, you should call 112.
A: This one-of-a-kind event is an ASTA first to bring together our River Cruise partners from all over the world in one place to showcase the latest and greatest in their fleets for ASTA members.
A: Your registration comes with a multitude of perks listed below.
Q: Will you be offering pre-educational journeys?
A: ASTA will not be hosting a pre-educational journey. However, we have partnered with local vendors for attendees to coordinate pre-journeys. You can find more information on the educational journeys page.
A: Please email meetings@asta.org for any event-related questions. Or join our Official Attendee Facebook Group.
A: Please asta.org/events to learn more about our upcoming events.
A: Please email exhibit@asta.org for more information on exhibiting.
A: Our event is currently sold out! However, for future reference simply fill out the Registration Form for them and select "Non-Industry Guest" or "Travel Advisor" if they are a colleague. You can register your cabin guest when registering for your Post River Cruise FAM but they must be signed up for the Expo via the registration form first. Only Travel Advisors can book the Post Cruises and add on guests to their cabin booking.
Registration is Closed. Taking Waitlist Only
A: Registration is currently open through March 1st via the Attendee Service Center. Learn more about Ship Inspections here.
A: Due to recent river cruise line policy changes, booster shots will be mandatory for ship inspections, lunches, and dinners. Vaccination verification will be conducted before boarding the ship for various activities. As you sign up for your ship inspections, we ask you to keep this in mind. For a list of what will be required in terms of test, vaccinations and boosters click here.
A: Registration is currently open through March 1st via the Attendee Service Center and are available to registered travel advisors and non-industry guests for $20. Learn more about the Sightseeing Tours here.
A: Your Post-Cruise Cabin Guests who are not registered for the Expo cannot attend sessions, evening events, meals on ships or tours. These options are only opened to advisors and guests who are registered for the Expo.
A: If interested in booking a post-cruise FAM, please contact Andrea Caulfield for availability. (acaulfield@asta.org) Learn more about our options here.
A: Guests are allowed to attend our post-cruises.
A: As you know, COVID-19 regulations change rapidly. We recommend you use Sherpa to stay on top of the latest requirements. https://apply.joinsherpa.com/travel-restrictions
A: Each cruise line's vaccination and mask requirements apply to ASTA Global River Expo post-cruises. Please visit the company's website for complete details. For a list of what will be required in terms of test, vaccinations and boosters click here.
A: Budapest Airport (BUD) Budapest, 1185 Hungary
A: The average high-temperature, in March, is 11.1°C (52°F), while the average low-temperature is 3.3°C (37.9°F). (Source )
By registering for an ASTA Event, attendees will be asked to agree to the Terms and Conditions set forth by ASTA.
ASTA is committed to providing you a safe experience during our in-person events. For a list of what will be required in terms of test, vaccinations and boosters for the ASTA Global River Cruise Expo, click here. Click to view our current Health & Safety Guidelines.