Useful Tips
About Czech Republic
Czech Republic is a central European country with about 10.5 million inhabitants. Despite a long period of communism, Czech Republic has strong democratic principles and open society. Czech Republic is a member of European Union since 2004.
The Congress takes place in Vysočina Region in the heart of Czech Republic. The region is rather hilly and full of natural beauties and spectacular views. Three out of twelve Czech sites in the UNESCO Register of World Cultural and Natural Heritage are located in Vysočina. Close to the venue is the Church of St. John Nepomuk at Zelená Hora in Žďár nad Sázavou. Others are the historical downtown of Telč and its Renaissance chateau and Jewish Quarter in Třebíč. Participants are welcomed to stay longer and explore the beauties of Vysočina.
Currency
Currency is Czech Crown, internationally CZK or Kč in Czech. The exchange rate is about 26 Kč per €1. The possibility of paying by card is widespread, though participants should carry some cash. Hotel accepts all common types of cards. ATMs are common and it is generally safe to withdraw money there. The closest ATM to the venue is located in Svratka (7 km).
Weather
Weather in the beginning of October is tricky – it can be sunny with 20°C or around 5°C and maybe even snowing a bit. Participants should check their favourite weather forecast or the one of Czech Hydrometeorological Institute before packing.
Insurance
The participants are responsible for their travel insurance. We strongly recommend everyone to have one, although we hope, no one will need it.
The alternative is the European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) that provides the holder with access to medically necessary, state-provided healthcare during a temporary stay in any of the 28 EU countries, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland, under the same conditions and at the same cost as people insured in that country. The EHIC does not guarantee free services and does not cover any private healthcare or costs such as a return flight to the home country or lost/stolen property.
(http://ec.europa.eu/social/main.jsp?catId=559)
