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Climate
The climate is a mixture of ocean and continental influences. The weather in May in Prague is usually warm with temperatures around 20-27°C/70-80°F and somewhat humid. Sudden showers and thunderstorms are common, so bring an umbrella or be prepared to dash for cover.
For the weather conditions in the Czech Republic www.weather.com.
Currency and Banking
Czech Crowns are the official currency in the Czech Republic. Foreign currency exchange is available at Prague International Airport and at most hotels, banks and exchange offices throughout the city. International credit cards are accepted for payment in hotels, restaurants and shops. Paying by cash in Euro is also possible in some restaurants and shops.
For the official exchange rates on the website of the http://www.cnb.cz/en/index.html.
Electricity
The Czech Republic uses a 230 volt 50 Hz system. Sockets are the standard European type (two-prong round pin plugs with a hole for a male grounding pin are standard). To use electric appliances from your country you may need a special voltage converter with an adapter plug.
Time Zone
The Czech Republic one hour ahead of GMT and at the time of the congress this will be GMT +2 due to Summer Daylight Saving Time.
Official Language
The official language of the Conference is English.
Programme Changes
The organisers cannot assume liability for any changes in the programme due to external or unforeseen circumstances.
Liability and Insurance
The organisers do not accept responsibility for individual medical, travel or personal insurance. All participants are strongly advised to take out their own personal insurance before travelling to the Conference.
Health Care
Vaccinations are not required to enter the Czech Republic. An individual travel and health insurance is recommended.
Shopping
Most shops in Prague are open from 9:00 to 18:00, Monday till Saturday. Shops in the city centre are usually open from 9:00 to 20:00, Monday till Sunday.
Tipping
Service is usually included in the bill in bars and restaurants but tips are welcome. If you consider the service good enough to warrant a tip, we suggest about ten percent.
Czech language
Even though at all the hotels, shops and restaurants in Prague are English spoken, we include a few basic Czech words and sentences that can be useful during your stay in Prague.
| Slovník | Vocabulary |
| Ahoj | Hi |
| Dobrý den | Hello |
| Dobrý večer | Good evening |
| Dobrou noc | Good night |
| Jak se máte? | How are you? |
| Mám se dobře. | I am fine. |
| Děkuji | Thank you. |
| Kolik to stojí? | How much is it? |
| Nechceš jít na pivo? | Would you like to go for a beer? |
| Pivo | Beer |
| Jeden | One |
| Dva | Two |
| Tři | Three |
| Deset | Ten |