FOR THE CONGRESS

ACCESSIBILITY

Accessibility of rooms and facilities within Trinity can be checked via Trinity College Dublin's online room accessibility checker.

APP

The AMICE Congress App is available to registered attendees for all event information.

BADGE

Your personal name badge is your entrance pass to all AMICE Congress sessions and activities. Please remember to wear this badge at all times during the Congress and the social activities to ensure your admission.

DRESS CODE

The dress code will be ‘smart business attire’ throughout the Congress with the exception of the Welcome Reception which will be business casual and the Gala Dinner, where the dress code will be cocktail attire (lounge or dinner suit for men and cocktail dress/smart evening attire for ladies).

INSURANCE

The Congress organisers cannot accept liability for personal injuries sustained, for loss of or damage to property belonging to Congress participants (or their accompanying persons), either during or as a result of the Congress. Please check the validity of your own insurance arrangements.

LIABILITY

The Congress organisers are solely responsible for services linked to the Congress (sessions, social programme, transport for excursions). However, the organisers shall in no event be liable for acts or omissions in the case of injury, damage, loss, accident, delay or irregularity of any kind whatsoever during arrangements organised through contractors or the employees of such contractors in carrying out services.

Hotel, tour and transportation services are subject to the terms and conditions under which they are offered to the public in general.

The Congress organisers reserve the right to make changes where deemed necessary without prior notice to the parties concerned. All disputes are subject to Belgian Law.

PARKING

Parking on the Trinity College Dublin campus is generally not available for the public or visitors, with limited spaces for permit holders.
Secure underground car parking is available for delegates staying at the Herbert Park Hotel for a charge: more information.

TRANSPORT & WALKING

Transport will be provided from/to the Herbert Park Hotel and Trinity Business School on 11 and 12 June, and to/from the social programme venues.

WIFI

WiFi is provided for all AMICE Congress delegates at the Congress venue.

 

FOR DUBLIN

BANKS AND POST OFFICES

Banks in Dublin are typically open Monday to Friday from 09:30 to 16:30.
Post offices, operated by An Post, are generally open Monday to Friday from 09:00 to 17:30, and on Saturdays from 09:00 to 13:00.

EATING OUT

Typical meal times in Dublin are:

• Breakfast: 07:30–10:00
• Lunch: 12:30–14:30
• Dinner: 18:00–21:00

Many restaurants offer all-day dining.

CURRENCY

Ireland’s currency is the Euro.

ELECTRICAL SUPPLY

Electrical plugs are European type G (three rectangular pins), operating at 230 volts, 50Hz.
Visitors from mainland Europe may require an adapter.

HEALTH AND EMERGENCIES

The emergency phone number in Ireland is 112 or 999 for urgent medical care, ambulance, police or fire services.

Visitors from the EU/EEA should ensure their European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) is valid.
All delegates are strongly advised to have travel insurance that covers medical care in Ireland.

PUBLIC WIFI

Complimentary WiFi is available in the Congress hotel and at Trinity Business School.
Dublin also offers free public WiFi at many city locations, including libraries, public transport hubs and selected streets.

SHOPPING

Shops are generally open Monday to Saturday from 09:00 to 18:00, with extended hours on Thursdays.
Larger stores and shopping centres are often open on Sundays from 11:00 to 18:00.

TIME ZONE

Dublin operates on Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) in winter and Irish Standard Time (GMT+1) in summer.

TIPPING

Tipping is appreciated but not mandatory.

• In cafés and bars: round up the bill.
• In restaurants: 10%–15% for good service.
• Tipping is not expected for taxis, but rounding up is common.

VISA

Citizens of the EU/EEA, Switzerland and the UK do not require a visa to enter Ireland.
Many non-EU nationals can travel to Ireland for up to 90 days without a visa.
Delegates from non-EU/EEA countries should check visa requirements with the Irish Naturalisation and Immigration Service (INIS) or consult their local Irish Embassy or Consulate.

WEATHER

Dublin has a temperate maritime climate, with mild temperatures and regular rainfall throughout the year.
Average temperature in June: 10°C–18°C
Rain is possible, so pack a light waterproof jacket or umbrella.
For more information, visit www.met.ie.