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Buenos Aires
The Spanish founded the city of Buenos Aires for the first time on the right-hand bank of the Río de la Plata in 1536, which was destroyed by the Indians and founded for the second time in 1580. Its museums, art galleries and theatres confirm Buenos Aires’ reputation as being one of America’s most important cities for its artistic and cultural activities, a reputation which it enjoys. Although it’s a modern city, with its impressive turn-of-the-century European-style buildings, it also possesses some very well-preserved districts containing typical colonial architecture.
Date
26-29 October, 2008
Congress Venue
The sessions will take place at the Buenos Aires Sheraton Hotel & Convention Centre, San Martín 1225, C1104AKC Buenos Aires, Argentina.
Commercial Exhibition
Together with the Congress, there will be an exhibition of equipment, publications and cutting-edge products. It is advised to companies interested that they contact the Congress Secretariat in advance.
Official Language
The official language of the Congress is English. There will be simultaneous translation into Castilian (Spanish) and English.
Climate
The temperature in Buenos Aires in October is mild (spring). However, the evenings can be cool and a sweater or jacket is recommended. The temperatures vary between 29°C (maximum) and 15°C (minimum). It usually rains during this period.
Certificate of Attendance
A certificate of attendance is given to all those participants who are registered with the Congress.
Official Invitation
An official letter of invitation will be sent to the participant requesting to process their VISA. However, this invitation does not imply any financial obligation or anything else by the Congress.
Transport
Given that the hotels are located near the Congress venue, there will be no transportation service between the hotels and the convention centre.
Transfer to and from the Airport
Participants who wish to reserve the transfer service at their arrival and/or departure will have to complete the required information in the “Tours and Transfers Form” (“Formulario de Tours y Traslados”) stipulating the date, time and arrival and/or departure flight number. There is also public transport, city buses and taxis available at the airport.
Passports and VISAS
All foreigners who arrive in Argentina must have an up-to-date passport. Those coming from countries that require a VISA must request one at the Argentine Consulate or their country’s Embassy. For more details, please contact the travel agency or your country’s consulate offices.
Credit Cards, Foreign Money Exchange and Gratuities
In most hotels, shops and restaurants, major credit cards are accepted. The national currency is the peso ($). Travelers cheques can be changed in hotels and banks. Tipping in restaurants varies between 5% and 10%
Electric Current
The electric current in Argentina is 220 volts, 50 Hz
Safety
The Committee Organiser accepts no responsibility for personal injury caused by loss and/or damage of property belonging to participants of the congress, during or resulting from the congress or in any of the tours. It is therefore advised that participants take out their own health, accident and travel insurance.
www.turismo.gov.ar
The Spanish founded the city of Buenos Aires for the first time on the right-hand bank of the Río de la Plata in 1536, which was destroyed by the Indians and founded for the second time in 1580. Its museums, art galleries and theatres confirm Buenos Aires’ reputation as being one of America’s most important cities for its artistic and cultural activities, a reputation which it enjoys. Although it’s a modern city, with its impressive turn-of-the-century European-style buildings, it also possesses some very well-preserved districts containing typical colonial architecture.
Date
26-29 October, 2008
Congress Venue
The sessions will take place at the Buenos Aires Sheraton Hotel & Convention Centre, San Martín 1225, C1104AKC Buenos Aires, Argentina.
Commercial Exhibition
Together with the Congress, there will be an exhibition of equipment, publications and cutting-edge products. It is advised to companies interested that they contact the Congress Secretariat in advance.
Official Language
The official language of the Congress is English. There will be simultaneous translation into Castilian (Spanish) and English.
Climate
The temperature in Buenos Aires in October is mild (spring). However, the evenings can be cool and a sweater or jacket is recommended. The temperatures vary between 29°C (maximum) and 15°C (minimum). It usually rains during this period.
Certificate of Attendance
A certificate of attendance is given to all those participants who are registered with the Congress.
Official Invitation
An official letter of invitation will be sent to the participant requesting to process their VISA. However, this invitation does not imply any financial obligation or anything else by the Congress.
Transport
Given that the hotels are located near the Congress venue, there will be no transportation service between the hotels and the convention centre.
Transfer to and from the Airport
Participants who wish to reserve the transfer service at their arrival and/or departure will have to complete the required information in the “Tours and Transfers Form” (“Formulario de Tours y Traslados”) stipulating the date, time and arrival and/or departure flight number. There is also public transport, city buses and taxis available at the airport.
Passports and VISAS
All foreigners who arrive in Argentina must have an up-to-date passport. Those coming from countries that require a VISA must request one at the Argentine Consulate or their country’s Embassy. For more details, please contact the travel agency or your country’s consulate offices.
Credit Cards, Foreign Money Exchange and Gratuities
In most hotels, shops and restaurants, major credit cards are accepted. The national currency is the peso ($). Travelers cheques can be changed in hotels and banks. Tipping in restaurants varies between 5% and 10%
Electric Current
The electric current in Argentina is 220 volts, 50 Hz
Safety
The Committee Organiser accepts no responsibility for personal injury caused by loss and/or damage of property belonging to participants of the congress, during or resulting from the congress or in any of the tours. It is therefore advised that participants take out their own health, accident and travel insurance.
www.turismo.gov.ar
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