Conference Venue
Tel Aviv Exhibition Center
Rokach Blvd
P.O.B 21075
Tel Aviv 61210, Israel
Tel: +972 3 640 4480
Fax: +972 3 640 4494
Website: http://www.israel-trade-fairs.com
Language
Simultaneous translation is being provided from English into Hebrew for the entire conference.
For the session entitled: Water & Environmental Challenges Facing Latin America & Proposed Practical Solutions simultaneous translation will also be provided from Portuguese and Spanish into English and Hebrew and from English and Hebrew into Portuguese and Spanish.
Persons wanting to utilize the simultaneous translation, must leave either a passport, identity card or drivers license, in order to receive headphones, which will be returned upon handing in of the headphones.
Registration / Hospitality Desk
Conference registration desk will be at Hall 1
Desk will operate as follows:
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Tuesday, November 17, 2009 |
07:30 - 18:00 hours |
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Wednesday, November 18, 2009 |
07:30 - 17:00 hours |
Conference Kit and Name Tag
Upon registration you will receive your conference kit containing the printed material of the
conference, name tag and voucher(s) for lunch. Please wear your name tag to all conference activities.
Speakers Ready Room
A Speakers' Ready Room, will be available for speakers every day during meeting hours. Speakers are requested to check their presentation at least half an hour prior to the start of their session.
Exhibition Opening Hours
All participants are invited to view the exhibition. Registration desk will be at Hall 10.
Opening hours are as follows:
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Tuesday, November 17, 2009 |
10:00 - 18:00 hours |
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Wednesday, November 18, 2009 |
10:00 - 18:00 hours |
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Thursday, November 19, 2009 |
10:00 - 18:00 hours |
Lunch
Lunch will be served in the garden by Hall A. Vouchers must be presented in order to gain entry.
Shuttles
A shuttle service is being provided for the event. Scheduling and pick-up/drop off points are as follows:
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 17 and WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 18, 2009
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Hotels |
Pick-up Point |
Departure to WATEC from Hotels |
Return Pick-up Point from Exhibition Center |
Return to Hotels |
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Dan Panorama |
Barrier at hotel parking lot |
Shuttles will depart at the following hours:
08:00; 08:30; 09:00; 09:30; 10:00; 10:30; 11:00; 11:30; 12:00; 14:00; 15:00
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Bus stop in front of the Exhibition Center on Rokach Street |
Shuttles will depart at the following hours:
17:00; 18:00; 19:00
Tuesday only: 21:30 |
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Metropolitan |
Hayarkon 66 (in front of Imperial Hotel) |
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Dan Tel-Aviv |
Hayarkon 86 (opposite Dan Tel-Aviv hotel) |
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Marina |
Basel Hotel (opposite Marina hotel) |
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Grand Beach |
Corner of Hayarkon Street |
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 19, 2009
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Hotels |
Pick-up Point |
Departure to WATEC from Hotels |
Return Pick-up Point from Exhibition Center |
Return to Hotels |
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Dan Panorama |
Barrier at hotel parking lot |
Shuttles will depart at the following hours:
09:00; 10:00; 11:00; 12:00
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Bus stop in front of the Exhibition Center on Rokach Street |
Shuttles will depart at the following hours:
16:00; 17:00 |
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Metropolitan |
Hayarkon 66 (in front of Imperial Hotel) |
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Dan Tel-Aviv |
Hayarkon 86 (opposite Dan Tel-Aviv hotel) |
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Marina |
Basel Hotel (opposite Marina hotel) |
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Grand Beach |
Corner of Hayarkon Street |
Note:
Shuttle pick-up is in order of listed hotels, starting with the Dan Panorama.
Shuttle drop-off, is in order of listed hotels, starting with the Grand Beach.
Seating will be permitted on a ‘first come first serve’ basis
Airport Information
Ben Gurion International Airport is the main international gateway to and from Israel. It is situated approximately 25km (16 miles) south-east of Tel Aviv.
Journey to Tel Aviv is approximately 30 minutes.
Transportation to Tel Aviv
By Train
The train station is located on Level S of the Landside Building, adjacent to the Greeters' Hall.
Passengers arriving at Ben Gurion International Airport who wish to exit by train need to go up to the Greeters Hall on Level G and from there to the Check-in Hall, via elevators, escalators or stairs. Train tickets can be purchased through automated ticket dispensers on Level G of the terminal.It is recommended to get off the train at Azriely station or Arlozorov station and to take a taxi to the hotel.
For information on schedules and fares: Israel Railways website - Schedules and Fares
By Bus
Upon exit from customs, take either the elevator or escalator to the 2nd floor. Exit the terminal either by gate number 21 or 23. Cross over the road for Egged bus number 5 which serves as an internal transport line from Ben Gurion International Airport to El Al Junction. The price today is NIS 5 (USD 1.50).
You need to take line 475.
Buses arrive at Tel-Aviv Central Bus Station.
From here it is approximately 15 minutes by car/taxi to the Tel Aviv Hotels.
Note: Buses do not run on Saturday (Shabbat) - from half hour before sunset on Friday till one hour after sunset on Saturday.
By Private Taxi
The Taxi Stations and dispatcher's counter at Terminal 3 are located on Level G of the Multi Level Road.
Cost is NIS 120 (USD 32.50).
It is recommended not to use random Taxi services.
Rate 2 (25% extra) will apply in the following cases:
Night journeys between 21:00 and 05:59 hours the next day.
An additional NIS 2.7 will be applicable for each piece of luggage.
By Private Transportation
It is possible to order in advance, cost is USD 55 for up to 3 passengers in one car or USD 92 for up to 7 passengers in one car.
For booking please send us an email: watec2009_reg@kenes.com
Taxi's in the City
Please ensure the driver has turned the meter on when taking taxis in the city.
Shopping Hours
Shopping centers are open as follows:
Sunday through Thursday: 09:30 to 21:00 hours
Friday: 09:30 to 15:00 hours
Shopping centers reopen after Shabbat.
Shops in the town are generally open as follows:
Sunday through Thursday: 09:00 to 19:00 hours
Friday: 09:00 to 15:00 hours
Visa
Participants are advised to please check with local travel agents if visas for entry to Israel are required, prior arrival.
Climate and Clothing
Average temperature in Tel Aviv in November is 15-23°C. Clothing is informal for all occasions. Walking shoes and a sweater or jacket are highly recommended. Rain is a possibility.
Safety and Security
Please do not leave bags and suitcases unattended at any time.
Smoking Policy
This is a non-smoking event. Kindly use designated smoking areas only.