Useful Information
How to get to the Congress Venue and to the Hotels?
All the sessions of the congress will take place in the SYMA Sports- and Event Center.
To reach the Congress Venue there are several means of transport:
Address: Dózsa György út 1, Budapest 1146.
Tel: +36 1 460 1100
Fax:+36 1 460 1160
Metro station: "STADIONOK" station
From the airport to the SYMA Sports- and Event Center and to the hotels:
Use the Airport Minibus System, fixed rates for passengers:
Tel: +36 1 296 8555
Fax: +36 1 296 8993
or use the WBC2008 Official Taxi Company
City Taxi: 36 1 211 1111 (Rate: 5000 HUF = 20 Euro).
Travel
By Plane
Budapest has direct flight connection with every capital of Europe and other major cities and hubs in Europe and world-wide as well. Besides the Hungarian National Airlines (MALÉV) the major Airlines are also presented in Budapest. Any point in the world can be reached to and from Budapest.
Budapest Ferihegy airport has three terminals roughly 28 kilometers from the city.
Since 2004 several low cost airlines have been running their flights between Budapest and the large European cities. (Wizzair, Germanwings, EasyJet, Air-Berlin, Snowflake, Ryanair).
By Train
Budapest is connected to the European railway system. There are direct railway links between Budapest and 13 capital cities of Europe and 47 international scheduled trains arrive daily in Budapest. Many international trains have dining and sleeping cars or couchettes. Most international express trains arrive and depart from the Eastern (Keleti) Railway Station.
By Coach
Volánbusz Rt., being a member of Eurolines, operates scheduled services to 15 countries: Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic, France, Germany, Great Britain, The Netherlands, Italy, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, Sweden, Switzerland, Ukraine.
Climate
The climate of Budapest is continental. In July usually nice warm weather can be expected with a max. temperature of 25-33 °C, while the lowest temperature during the night ranging between 15-20 °C. Rain is not usual in this season.
Insurance
The registration fees do not include provision for the insurance of participants against personal accidents, illness, cancellation, theft, property loss or damage. Participants are advised to take adequate personal travel insurance.
Currency
The Forint (HUF), the official national currency, is convertible. The exchange rates applied in Budapest banks, official exchange offices and hotels may vary. All the major credit cards are accepted in Hungary in places displaying the emblem at the entrance.
Exchange rate: 1 Euro = 252 HUF in December 2007
Credit Cards
In general VISA, EC/MC and American Express, credit cards are accepted in most restaurants, cafés, shops and petrol stations.
Stores and Shopping
The opening hours of Budapest stores are generally 10.00-18.00 on weekdays and 10.00-13.00 on Saturday. The shopping centres are open from 10.00-21.00 from Monday to Saturday and from 10.00-18.00 on Sunday.
Electricity
The voltage in Hungary is 230V, 50 Hz AC.
Meals
Tea and coffee will be available during the congress. Lunches is included in the registration fee.
Recommended Taxi Company
To reach the Hotels or the Congress Venue and to avoid any inconvenience, please use the following taxi company:
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City Taxi: +36 1 211 1111 |
Parking
If you drive a personal or rented car, always try to park at a guarded parking lot and do not leave any valuables in the car. Please note, that Budapest is divided into paying areas, with one parking meter in each street. The maximum parking time duration is 2 hours, tariffs may vary.
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