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General Symposium Information:

 

Symposium Secretariat:

Mondial & Cititravel Congresos

Rosselló, 303, ático 1

08037 Barcelona – Spain

Ph.: +34 932 212 955 – Fax.: + 34 934 592 059

E-mail: isabc2011@mondial-congress.com

 

Attendance Certificate: All participants will receive an attendance certificate which will be included in the Symposium documents.

 

Badges: You will receive a personalized badge when collecting your registration documents. During the Symposium this badge must be clearly visible at all times and grants access to the venue, scientific sessions and catering areas.

 

Official Symposium language: The official language of the Symposium is English.

 

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Useful Information:

 

Language:

The official language of Spain is Spanish and the official language of Catalonia is Catalan. Most people living in Barcelona speak both languages. English is spoken at hotels, restaurants and some shopping malls.

 

Banks and Exchange Facilities:

Official opening hours of banks in Spain are from 8:30a.m. to 2:00p.m., Monday to Friday, and closed in the afternoons. Cash-point machines accepting major international credit cards and charge cards are available at most banks. It is possible to change foreign currency into Euros in the main city hotels and some exchange offices are located in the city centre.

 

Climate:

Barcelona a Mediterranean climate with mild, sunny winters, warm summers and relatively low rainfall. The average temperature in December ranges from 10ºC to 15ºC. Sunny days are ideal for strolling along the shop lined promenades, sitting outside at restaurants or walking along the shore.

 

Credit Cards and Currency:

All major international credit cards are accepted. The Spanish currency is the Euro.

 

Electrical power:

A 2-pin round adapter is necessary for electrical appliances. The electric current used is 220 volts/50hz.

 

Insurance:

Delegates are advised to arrange health and accident insurance prior to travelling to Barcelona. The Symposium Organisers will not assume any responsibility for accidents, losses or damages, as well as for delays or modifications in the programme, caused by unforeseen circumstances. No claims for indeminifaction from the organisers shall arise for contractors or participants in case of cancellation, for any reason, for the entire Symposium.

 

Taxes (VAT):

There is a variable value added tax (VAT) of between 7% to 16% applied to most items and services, but most prices you see will include it. When it is not included, this should be clearly indicated.

 

Tipping:

Service is generally included in restaurant bills. Tips, however, are given to show appreciation of a good meal or special service.

 

Visa Requirements:

Visitors from other European Union member countries may enter Spain using either a passport or a national identity document. Visitors from other countries must have a valid passport and a visa if required. Inquiries regarding visas can be directed to Spanish diplomatic representatives abroad. On request, the Symposium Secretariat will be pleased to send a letter of invitation to individual scientists. Invitations of this kind are intended to assist potential delegates with raising their travel funds or obtain visas. They do not imply any commitment or responsibility on behalf of the Symposium to provide financial support. Delegates requesting a letter of invitation must pay through bank transfer, no credit card payment will be accepted.

 

Weight and measures:     

Spain uses the metric system for weight and measures.

 

 

 

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