GENERAL INFORMATION
Venue
The Conference will be held in the Kibbutz Shefayim Resort and Conference
Hotel, which is located within 20-minute drive from Tel - Aviv and
35 minutes from Ben-Gurion International Airport. Its beautiful location
overlooking the Mediterranean and its lush gardens and lawns contribute
to its peaceful setting. The hotel features spacious rooms set in three
buildings, a bar, restaurant, cafeteria, swimming pool, fitness room,
tennis court, basketball hall, football ground, playground for children
and water park.
The Organizing Committee has reserved rooms at the Conference venue,
which will be offered to the participants at special reduced rates.
Language
The Conference official language is English, including lectures and printed
material.
Climate and Clothing
Temperatures along the cost in July range between 22 - 29°C. No rain
is expected. Dress will be informal throughout the Conference.
Post – Conference Tours
Post-Conference tours in Israel will be arranged for interested participants.
Currency
The unit of currency in Israel is the New Israeli Shekel (NIS) commonly
known as the Shekel: NIS 4.60 = US$ 1 (as of May 2003). There are
no restrictions on transfer and use of foreign currencies in Israel.
Most international credit cards are accepted.
More Information about Israel on the Internet see the following web
sites:
Ministry of Foreign Affairs: http://www.mfa.gov.il
Ministry of Tourism: http://www.infotour.co.il
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