Badges
Each participant will receive a name badge upon registration. For security
reasons all participants are requested to wear their badge during all the
Congress activities and social events. (The cost for replacing a lost badge is
SEK 500.)
Banks, Credit Cards and Currency Exchange
Banks are open between 09.30/10.00 and 15.00 on weekdays. Some banks in central
Stockholm are open from 09.00 to 17.00. Major credit cards are accepted in
hotels, restaurants and shops. It is advisable to carry an identity card or any
form of photo identification.
The official currency is Swedish Krona (SEK). USD 1 = SEK 8.32, EUR 1 = SEK 10.8 (January, 2009).
For money exchange, the companies “Forex” and “X-change” have
offices at the airports and in the city. Opening hours and other information
about exchange can be found at
www.forex.se and
www.x-change.se
Climate and Dress
The weather in Stockholm at this time of the year is usually grey with
temperatures approximately 10 degrees Celsius; showers may occur. Informal dress
is recommended.
Disclaimer/Liability
The Organising Committee and Congrex Sweden AB accept no liability for any
injuries/losses incurred by participants and/or accompanying persons, nor loss
of, or damage to, any luggage and/or personal belongings.
Electricity
Electrical current in Sweden is 220 V/50 Hz. Round, European-style two-pin plugs
are used. Appliances designed to operate on 110/120 Volts need a voltage
converter and a plug adapter.
Local Transportation
Arrival at Arlanda Airport
Airport coaches leave Arlanda airport (Stockholm’s international airport) every
5-10 minutes for the City Terminal in central Stockholm. The bus ride takes
approximately 35 minutes and costs SEK 99 (June, 2008). Please visit
www.flygbussarna.se for further information.
From Arlanda Airport there is a direct train connection to the Stockholm Central
Station, the Arlanda Express Train. The journey takes about 20 minutes, cost SEK
220 (June, 2008). The train leaves every 15 minutes from Arlanda Airport, and is
specially designed with extra space for luggage. Please visit
www.arlandaexpress.se for further information.
Flygbussarna Airport Coaches and the express train Arlanda Express arrive at Stockholm Central Station about 10 minutes walk from the venue.
Taxis are available outside the arrival hall at Arlanda airport. Prices may vary
considerably, so you are advised to ask for the price before entering the taxi.
Many taxi companies offer a fixed price of SEK 495 from Arlanda airport to
Stockholm city centre (SEK 495 from Stockholm city centre to Arlanda airport)
and the driver is obliged to give you a printed receipt on request (June, 2008).
Arrival at Bromma Airport
Airport coaches leave Bromma airport for the City Terminal in central Stockholm.
The bus ride takes approximately 20 minutes and costs SEK 69 (June, 2008).
Please visit www.flygbussarna.se for further information.
Taxis are available outside the arrival hall at Bromma airport.
Official Conference Organiser
PROFESSIONAL CONFERENCE ORGANISER
Congrex Sweden AB has been appointed
official Congress organiser for this event.
The Congrex Group works internationally
with offices in Sweden, The Netherlands,
United Kingdom and Latin America,
offering integrated solutions for the
association services industry and corporate
and governmental meetings. For more
information, please visit
www.congrex.com.
Time Zone
The time zone in Stockholm is GMT + 1 hour. Daylight Saving Time is used during
the summer.
Tipping A gratuity is included in the price of hotels and taxis. It is common to leave a
tip of around 10%, however. When visiting restaurants, you can show your
appreciation for good service by leaving a little extra.
VAT Refund Conditions
Swedish VAT, currently between 6% and 25% may be repaid to foreign enterprises,
except banks and insurance companies, or companies providing health care or
education. Information about the refunding of VAT will be available from the
Congress Secretariat.
