Access to Dublin
By Air: Dublin airport is an international airport with extensive links to Europe and North America.
Please see visit www.dublinairport.com for further information.
Access from Dublin Airport to Dublin City Centre:
There are a number of private and public bus services which operate from outside the airport arrivals terminal. Delegates are advised to take the Aircoach which will stop at Trinity College for registration/ accommodation. See www.aircoach.ie
Taxis are also available outside the arrivals terminal.
By Sea: There are two ferry terminals serving the city, Dublin Port in the city centre and Dun Laoghaire Dublin south side. Delegates travelling as foot passengers would be advised to tavel to Dun Laoghaire where onward travel to the city centre by local train is easily accessible.
For detailed directions from the Airport, Dublin Port, Dun Laoghaire, please see www.aaroadwatch.ie/routes/
Climate
Ireland enjoys a temperate climate, with mild winters and relatively cool summers. Mean daily temperature in August is 18 0C. Dublin enjoys reasonable sunshine and rain belts reaching the east coast are frequently light and generally clear within a few hours. However it is always wise when travelling to Ireland to pack a rain mac or umbrella
Documentation
Everyone entering Ireland must have a valid passport, or in the case of European Union Member States, a national identity card. Visas are required for some countries. Delegates should check with their local Irish representation. A valid driving license is required to drive in Ireland. Please note that it can take up to 8 weeks to process a visa application and early application is recommended. The Symposium Organising Committee, or its agents, cannot accept any responsibility for visa applications. Where a delegate is unable to attend because of failure to obtain a visa on time, the normal cancellation policy for registration fee will apply. Please contact clare@conferencepartners.ie if you require a letter of invitation for your visa application.
Insurance
The Symposium Organising Committee or its agents, can not be responsible for any medical expenses, loss or accidents incurred during the Symposium. Delegates are advised to arrange their own personal insurance to cover medical and other expenses including accident or loss. Where a delegate has to cancel for medical reasons, the normal cancellation policy will apply. It is recommended that citizens from EU countries bring with them a current European Health Insurance Card.
Currency
The currency in Ireland is the Euro.
Shopping
Dublin has a busy city centre shopping area around Grafton Street and across the river. It also has large suburban shopping centres. There is a huge range of products to bring home – from traditional Irish hand-made crafts to international designer labels. Things to buy: woollen knits, tweeds, crystal, Claddagh rings, pottery, silver and music. Shopping hours are from 9.00am to 5.30pm Monday to Saturday, with shops open until 8.00pm on Thursdays, and most shops open on Sunday from 12.00pm to 6.00pm.
Tax refunds
Value Added Tax (VAT) is charged at 21% on most goods. Cash back is the simplest and most widely used VAT refund service that issues cash refunds on departure for a handling fee. Ask for a cash back form when you make your purchase.
Tipping
A small tip is appreciated for good service. Tipping is not usual in pubs and bars. Tip restaurants and taxi drivers 10% and porters €1 per bag.
Credit cards
Major credit cards are widely accepted.
Electric current
220 volts
Time
From March to October, Ireland operates on Greenwich Mean Time + 1 hour. The rest of the year it is on GMT.
Metrification
Speed limits and distances in Ireland are shown in kilometres.
Smoking Policy
Under Irish law, smoking is not permitted in pubs, restaurants, hotel lobbies and most public areas.
Information for your Comfort.
Please be advised that the internal court yards on the Trinity Campus are cobbled stones which are difficulty to negotiate in heeled shoes.
Special Needs
If you have any special needs and require assistance please inform us on the registration form.
Organising Secrtariat
For further information please contact:
Conference Partners Ltd, 2nd Floor, Heritage House, Dundrum Office Park, Dundrum, Dublin 14.
Email: lisa@conferencepartners.ie
Tel: +353 1 296 9392
Fax: +353 1 296 8678
