CONGRESS VENUE
Palace of Arts
Komor Marcell Str. 1, 1095 Budapest, Hungary
The Palace of Arts is a place where tradition and avantgarde can coexist and interact fruitfully in all branches of the arts. The building is part of the new developing cultural centre of Budapest. The imposing structure of the building covers a ground area of 10.000 square metres on the Pest side of Lágymányos Bridge, next to the National Theatre.
How to get to Palace of Arts by public transportation?
OFFICIAL CONGRESS LANGUAGE
English
ACCREDITATION
The 14th Congress of the International Pediatric Nephorlogy Association is accredited by the European Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (EACCME) to provide the CME activity for medical specialists. The EACCME is an institution of the European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS), www.uems.net.
IMPORTANT DATES
| 1 October, 2006 - 11 February, 2007 | Abstract submission CLOSED |
| 31 March, 2007 | Notification for authors, decision about travel grants |
| 15 June, 2007 | Early bird registration deadline |
| 31 July, 2007 | Standard registration deadline |
REGISTRATION DESK OPENING HOURS
| Friday, 31 August, 2007 | 12.00-21.00 |
| Saturday, 1 September, 2007 | 07.00-18.00 |
| Sunday, 2 September, 2007 | 07.00-17.00 |
| Monday, 3 September, 2007 | 07.00-17.00 |
| Tuesday, 4 September, 2007 | 07.00-17.00 |
FINAL PROGRAMME / ABSTRACT BOOK
The Final Programme will be handed out at the registration desk. The abstracts for the congress will be available online and at the registration desk.
COMMERCIAL EXHIBITION
The exhibition will be open from Saturday, 1 September until Tuesday, 4 September. Delegates will have the opportunity to meet representatives from a number of publishers, pharmaceutical and diagnostic equipment companies at their stands to discuss new developments and receive up-to-date product information.
INTERNET DESK
Internet access is available during the congress opening hours free of charge at the exhibition area, on the first floor.
DRESS CODE
Business attire is recommended during the Congress. Dark or evening suite for the men, evening or cocktail dress for the ladies for the Gala Dinner, and casual dress during the tours.
CLOAKROOM
There is a manned cloakroom available behind the Registration Desk and operating during the Congress hours free of charge.
MEALS
Free tea and coffee will be available during the meeting. Box lunch is included in the registration fee.
INVITATION LETTER
An official invitation letter will be sent to participants who may need it to obtain visa or funding, etc. on individual request. It does not constitute a commitment to provide any financial support for travelling and staying expenses.
VISA
Most Europeans do not require an entry visa for Hungary. Please consult the Hungarian Embassy or Consulate nearest to you for special details relating to Visas or alternatively you can visit the website of the Hungarian Ministry of Foreign Affairs: www.mfa.gov.hu
INSURANCE
The registration fee does not include provision of any insurance. Participants are advised to travel with valid personal travel insurance.
DISCLAIMER
The Programme Organising Committee and the International Pediatric Nephrology Association accept no liability for injuries/losses of whatever nature incurred by participants and/or accompanying persons, or loss of or damage to their luggage and/or personal belongings.
BUDAPEST
Budapest, the capital of Hungary, lies in the centre of Eastern Europe, on both sides of the River Danube. The dominant role of the capital shows, that about 2 million people, every fifth Hungarian lives in the city. The Danube determines the life of Budapest. The green side, the Buda hills, the soft inclines of Óbuda on the left bank, the plain industrial and commercial Pest on the right diversifies the city.
Our capital renews day to day and transforms itself into a true “world city” with rich history various and dynamic cultural, culinary and economical life amazing the visitors.
TRAVEL BY PLANE
Budapest has direct flight connection with every capital of Europe and other major cities and hubs in Europe and world-wide as well. Besides the Hungarian National Airlines (MALÉV), the major Airlines are also presented in Budapest. Any point in the world can be reached to and from Budapest. Budapest Ferihegy Airport has three terminals roughly 28 kilometres from the city centre. Besides the major airlines since 2004 several low cost airlines have been running their flights between Budapest and the large European cities (Wizzair, Germanwings, EasyJet, SkyEurope, Air-Berlin, Snowflake). For further details regarding Budapest Airport please visit the following website: www.bud.hu
IPNA Hospitality Desk at the Airport
on the 30th and 31st of August Ferihegy 1, 2A and 2B from 08.00-22.00
PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION
You can use all public transportation in Budapest wearing your badge during the congress period
(31 August - 4 September). Please show Your congress badge to the controllers if requested.
Due to the recently started construction work of the new metro line in the downtown area, the
Organisers provide Shuttle Service from some downtown hotels. Please find more detailed information
about Shuttle Service in the Pocket Programme and Transportation Guide.
How to get to Palace of Arts by public transportation?
Daily transportations form some Official Hotels
RECOMMENDED TAXI COMPANY
To avoid any inconveniences please use the IPNA 2007 Official Taxi Company:
City taxi: +36 1 211 1111
PARKING
If you drive a personal or rented car, always try to park at a guarded parking lot and do not leave any valuables in the car. Please note that Budapest is divided into paying areas, with one parking meter in each street. The maximum parking time duration is 2 hours, but the tariffs can be different.
Paying parking lots (open-air or garage) are available at the congress venue.
CURRENCY
The Forint (HUF), the official national currency, is convertible. The exchange rates applied in
Budapest banks, official exchange offices and hotels may vary. All the major credit cards (VISA,
EC/MC, American Express, Diners) are accepted in Hungary in places displaying the emblem at the
entrance.
The exchange rate: 1 EUR = 250 HUF (in August 2007)
TIPPING
There are no hard rules for tipping in Hungary. If you are satisfied with the service, a 10% tip is customary, particulary in a taxi, restaurant or café with table service.
ELECTRICITY
The voltage in Hungary is 230 V, 50 Hz AC.
CLIMATE
Because of Hungary’s continental climate the end of August, beginning of September is still summery. The average temperature is 22-28 C°, while 15-22 C° during the night. Humidity is rather low, however rainy days may be expected.
CHILDREN
No person under the age of 18 years is allowed to visit the commercial exhibition area of the congress.
ANIMALS
No animals, with the exception of registered guide dogs, may be brought into the congress venue at any time.