Venue
The Congress will be held at Crowne Plaza Hotel in Jerusalem.

Language
The official language of the congress is English. Lectures, discussions and printed material will all be in English.

Tourist Services in Israel
Tourist Services will be provided by Ortra Ltd. Either by direct contact or through its representative in your country. Pre and Post-Congress tours can be arranged for those interested in touring Israel and neighbouring countries.
Special Congress rates are applicable only for reservations made through Ortra or its representative.

Climate and Clothing
March is early Spring in Israel, with temperatures ranging between 18°-22° C during the day. Some rain may be expected. Raincoats and warm clothes are recommended for evenings and tours. Dress will be informal throughout the Congress.

Visas
Participants from most countries do not require a visa for Israel. Individuals from countries without diplomatic relations with Israel should write not later than three months prior to the Congress to the Secretariat, giving the following details: full name, date and place of birth, passport number and date of issue, time of arrival and flight number. The Secretariat will arrange for a visa to be issued at the airport upon arrival.

Currency
The unit of currency in Israel is the New Israeli Shekel (NIS), commonly known as the Shekel. The Shekel consists of 100 Agorot,
NIS 4.2 = approximately US $1.

VAT and Tipping
Most bills include VAT. At hotels, however, non-Israelis paying in foreign currency are exempt from VAT. The accepted rate of service charge (tip) at restaurants, when not included, is 10%.

Information about Israel on the Internet
Ministry of Foreign affairs: www.mfa.gov.il