General information

Official Language
The official language of the conference is English. No translation/interpretation  services are provided by the organisers.

Climate and Clothing
Although June is the Swedish summer period temperatures can vary a lot and there may be occasional rainfalls. The organisers recommend participants to bring a jacket (or warm sweater) and an umbrella. For current weather information and forecasts in the Uppsala area: http://en.klart.se/väder-uppsala.html

Passport and Visas
Delegates are advised to contact the nearest embassy, consulate or travel agency for information about the passport and visa requirements from their country for entry to Sweden. Visa applications in some countries have long processing times and it is strongly advised to submit applications as early as possible. For requests on visa supportive documents from the conference organisers please contact: ecas4@nai.uu.se

Local Currency
The Swedish monetary unit is the Swedish krona (SEK), divided into 100 öre. For current exchange rates, please visit:
www.oanda.com or www.x-rates.com

Major credit cards are accepted almost everywhere including taxi. There are several currency exchange offices and cash dispensers at Stockholm Arlanda International Airport and in Uppsala.

Food during the conference
At the conference venue Ekonomikum the restaurant called “Humlan” will be open for lunch at
11.00 – 14.30 hrs on 15 – 17 June, and at 11.00 – 13.00 on 18 June. The cost of lunch (including salad, drink, bread and coffee) will be SEK 70. 
The café at Ekonomikum will also be open during conference days at 09.00 – 16.00 hrs on 15 June, 09.00 – 18.00 hrs on 16-17 June and 09.00 – 13.00 hrs on 18 June.
The café will sell lunch packages for take away during the conference days at a cost of SEK 55 – 70.

Please see the map in the right hand oclumn of nearby restaurants for further alternatives.

Electricity
In Sweden the electrical voltage used is 220/230V.

Tourism
General information on tourism and travel in Sweden is available on:
http://www.visitsweden.com/sweden/

Diplomatic representations in Sweden

Force Majeure
The organisers are not liable for any claims for damages and/or losses if the entire conference has to be cancelled due to a force majeure incident.

Disclaimer
The organisers are not liable for damages and/or losses of any kind which may be incurred by the conference delegates or by any other individuals accompanying them, both during the official activities as well as going to/from the conference . Delegates are responsible for their own safety and belongings.