Local Transportation

Arrival at Arlanda Airport (Stockholm's international airport):
Flygbussarna, the airport coaches, leave Arlanda airport every 5-10 minutes for the City Terminal in central Stockholm. The bus ride takes approximately 35 minutes and costs SEK 80/50 (student).

Arlanda Express, a direct train connection to the Stockholm Central Station, leaves every 15 minutes from Arlanda Airport, and is specially designed with extra space for luggage. The journey takes about 20 minutes and costs SEK 160/80 (student).

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 350 - 450 from Arlanda airport to Stockholm city centre and the driver is obliged to give you a printed receipt on request.

The public transport system will take you around by bus, train and subway.

How to get to KTH

KTH campus is located at Valhallavägen, in central Stockholm, see map. Travel information: Arriving by plane, train or car. How to get to KTH from the centre of Stockholm. A more detailed map of Stockholm. Map of Campus and locations. Map of locations and rooms.

On-site Registration at KTH

On-site registration will start on August 5 at 15.00. The registration desk is located at KTH.

Meals

Coffee and lunch is included in the registration fee and will be served daily

Badges

Each participant will receive a name badge upon registration. For security reasons all participants are requested to wear their badge during all the conference activities and social events.

Details on posters

We allocate two poster boards arranged in a V (approx. angle 120 deg) to each poster presentation. This means that you will have two poster boards available for displaying your material, each with the dimensions 90 cm (width) x 190 cm (height). See picture.

E-mail

You can check your e-mail at the KTH Library (KTHB), conveniently located in connection to the conference area. The library is open between 8:00 and 17:00, closed Saturday, August 9. You will receive a password when registrating at the conference.

Currency

The official currency is Swedish Krona (SEK). As a rule of thumb 1 EUR = 1 USD = 9 SEK
(For exchange rates, try Personal Currency Assistant™).

Banks and Post Offices

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. Post Offices are generally open between 09.30 and 18.00 on weekdays and between 10.00 and 13.00 on Saturdays. The Post Office at the Central Station is open from 07.00 to 22.00 on weekdays and from 10.00 to 19.00 during weekends.

Climate

The weather in Stockholm in August may be changing. Sunny days with temperatures between 15 and 25° C may alternate with rainy days.

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.

Passport and Visa

Participants are advised to make their own arrangements with respect to entering Sweden. Please note that if you wish to participate in a tour outside Sweden, you may need a multiple entry visa to Sweden.

Time Zone

The time zone in Stockholm is GMT + 1 hour. Daylight Saving Time is used during the summer.

Tourist Information

The Conference Secretariat will be available to give you more information about Stockholm, book tour tickets, make restaurant reservations, or assist you in any other way during your stay in Stockholm. You can also contact:

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 conference Secretariat. Should you require information before the conference please contact:

Cancellations

Cancellation of Registration
Notification of cancellation must be made in writing and sent to Congrex. Registration cancellations will be accepted until 7 June, 2003, up to which date the total amount will be refunded less EUR 50 for administrative expenses. For cancellations made after 7 June, 2003 we regret that no refunds can be made.

Change of Name
Should you be unable to attend, you will be given the opportunity to send a colleague in your place. An administration fee of EUR 50 will then be charged.

Cancellation of Hotel Reservation
Notification of cancellation must be made in writing and sent to Congrex. Cancellation of any hotel reservation will be accepted until 1 July, 2003 up to which date the hotel deposit will be refunded. We regret that the hotel deposit cannot be refunded after 1 July, 2003.

Cancellation of Social Events
Notification of cancellation must be made in writing and sent to Congrex. Cancellation of social events will be accepted until 7 June, 2003, up to which date the total amount will be refunded. For cancellations received after 7 June, 2003 and up to one month before the start of the conference 50% of the expenses will be refunded. For cancellations made after 7 July, 2003 we regret that no refunds can be made.

Disclaimer

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.