GENERAL INFORMATION
 
VENUE
The Hilton Prague Hotel is the conference venue. The hotel is situated close to the city center and overlooks the River Vltava.

LANGUAGE
The Conference will be conducted in English.

REGISTRATION FEES
Payment received:
  Up until July 1, 2008 After July 1, 2008 On Site Registration
Participant € 575 € 630

€ 685

Student* € 300 € 330

€ 360

*Student identification must be submitted together with the registration form.

Fee for participants and students includes: Conference kit, program and abstract book, participation in all scientific sessions, coffee at breaks, Get-Together reception and Gala Dinner.

All participants must submit a registration form.

Accompanying persons can purchase get-together and gala dinner tickets on site from the Hospitality Desk.

PAYMENT
Payment for registration fees must be paid directly to the Secretariat and can be made by check, bank transfer* or credit card. Kindly refer to the registration form for details. Please ensure that registration forms are submitted together with payment (one per participant) and that details stated are clear and legible.

  • Please ensure that the name/s of the participant/s and Conference are clearly stated on the bank transfer.
CANCELLATION POLICY
Our refund policy is based upon receiving notification as follows:
  • Received until July 1, 2008- full refund less € 50 handling fee
  • Received after July 1, 2008 and before August 1, 2008 - 50% refund
  • Received from August 1, 2008 - no refund
LETTER OF INVITATION
Upon request, the Conference Secretariat will send a personal letter of invitation to participate in the Conference. It should be understood that such an invitation is only meant to assist participants raise travel funds or obtain a visa and does not represent a commitment on the part of the Organizing Committee.

VISAS
We suggest you confirm with your travel agent whether you will require a visa to the Czech Republic.

CLIMATE AND CLOTHING
The weather in Prague is August is warm and pleasant with an average high of 22.8oC and lows of 11.7oC. August is also a rainy month, so we advise bringing an umbrella and light jacket.

TRANSPORTATION FROM PRAGUE RUZYNE INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT TO CONFERENCE VENUE
Taxis from the airport to the hotel are approx. € 30. Before entering the car check the price with the driver.

ABOUT PRAGUE
Prague is the capital and largest city of the Czech Republic. Situated on the River Vltava in Central Bohemia, Prague has been the political, cultural and economic center of the Czech state for over 1100 years. The city is home to approx. 1.2 million people and known as one of the most beautiful cities in Europe. The historic center of Prague has been listed as an UNESCO World Heritage Site and contains one of the world’s most pristine and varied collection of architecture and famous Astronomical Clock.

Crossing the picturesque Charles Bridge, one can reach the oldest and largest castle still standing, Prague Castle, whose history stretches back to the 9th Century. Other sites such as the Jewish Quarter, the new Town and Wenceslas Square are a must when visiting Prague. There are hundreds of concert halls, galleries, cinemas and music clubs in the city, with festivals and events taking place all year round

SOCIAL EVENTS
SUNDAY, AUGUST 24, 2008
21:00 GET-TOGETHER RECEPTION
An informal get-together to renew acquaintances and meet new colleagues. All registered participants are invited to join.

TUESDAY, AUGUST 26, 2008
Evening GALA DINNER
Zofin Garden
The historic Neo-Renaissance Zofin Palace on the picturesque Slovansky Island is the venue for our Gala Dinner. All registered participants are invited to join.

TRAVEL AND ACCOMMODATION
For all your accommodation requirements please contact:
Target Conferences Ltd.
PO Box 29041, Tel Aviv 61290 Israel
Tel: + 972 3 5175150, Fax: + 972 3 5175155
e-mail: target@targetconf.com

CONFERENCE SECRETARIAT
The Secretariat will be happy to assist you with any additional information. Kindly contact the
Secretariat at the following address:

AAVM CONFERENCE SECRETARIAT (TARGET CONFERENCES)
PO Box 29041, Tel Aviv 61290, Israel
Tel: +972 3 5175150, Fax: +972 3 5175155
e-mail: aavm08@targetconf.com