LOCATION
Budapest Hungexpo
Albertirsai út 10.
1101 Budapest
Website: www.hungexpo.hu
CLIMATE
The average September temperature in Budapest is between 12° and 22°C.
CLOTHING
Informal for all occasions; please bring an umbrella and walking shoes. In the evening, a jacket is recommended.
CURRENCY
Forint is the official currency in Hungary. Many places accept payment in Euro, but expect to receive forints back.
LANGUAGE
English is the official language of the Congress.
OFFICIAL LETTER OF INVITATION
Official letters of invitation designed to help overcome administrative difficulties in certain countries will be posted on the Congress website for participants’ use. It must be understood that such letters do not represent a commitment on the part of the Organizing Committee or Congress to provide any financial assistance.
PERSONAL INSURANCE
It is recommended that all participants take out a personal travel and health insurance for their trip.
BANKING
Banks are open 08.00 a.m. - 05.00 p.m. Monday – Thursday, 08.00 a.m. - 02.00 p.m. Friday.
CREDIT CARDS
The most commonly used credit cards – AMEX, Diners Club, Euro/Mastercard, Visa – can be used to obtain cash from ATMs in banks and on the streets as well as to pay bills in hotels, restaurants, shops. Emblems on the door of the establishment detail which credit cards are accepted.
ELECTRICITY
Hungary's electricity network operates at 230 Volts. Plugs are the regulation continental type.