General Information

Symposium Venue

The symposium will be held in the Golf Hotel, located right in the heart of Bled and surrounded by numerous majestic ancient trees. You can marvel at the splendour of the views across the lake, the island, the castle and the towering peaks of the Julian and Karavanke Alps. The Golf Hotel is a popular venue, whilst retaining a select atmosphere. The recent addition of a conference facility catering for up to 380 delegates and offering a fine view across the lake makes it the largest hotel convention centre in the region. www.hotel-golf-bled.com

Official Language

The official language of the Symposium is English. No simultaneous translation will be provided.

Symposium Identification Badge

A symposium identification badge will be included in the congress material provided on registration. There will be no admittance to the scientific sessions without the symposium badge. Invitations for social events will be collected on entry. The symposium identification badges will be also most helpful in contacts with other participants.

Attendance Certificate

A certificate of attendance will be issued at the registration desk to registered participants upon request.

Letter of Invitation/Visa Requirements

A letter of invitation to attend the symposium will be sent on individual request to facilitate participants travel and visa arrangements. It does not imply any obligation on the Organising Committee to cover fees or provide funds for travelling and living expenses.

For citizens of many but not all countries, a valid passport is sufficient to enter Slovenia. Participants are advised to check visa requirements at the nearest Slovenian Embassy or Consulate. Information on visas and addresses of Slovenian embassies is obtainable on the web site of the Slovenian Ministry of Foreign Affairs www.gov.si/mzz/.

Liability and Insurance

All participants are reminded that neither the Organising Committee nor the technical organiser Auditoria are liable for any losses, accidents or damage to persons or private property. Participants and accompanying persons are requested to make their own arrangements in respect of health and travel insurance.

Refreshments

During session breaks, coffee breaks and lunches will be served free of charge to participants wearing name badges.

No-Smoking Policy

For the comfort and health of all attendees, the Symposium is smoke-free.

Electricity

Electricity in Slovenia is 220V, 50Hz.

Time

European summer time, one hour ahead of Greenwich Mean Time (GMT).

Climate and Dress

Bled has a central European climate. The weather is generally pleasant in June, with an average day temperature of 20 C. However, it can be changeable and participants are advised to bring a raincoat or umbrella and warmer clothes for the evenings.