CLIMATE
August is the middle of summer in Italy and daytime temperatures typically range from 25°C to 35°C. (78° to 95°F.) Days are usually sunny but you should carry a coat and an umbrella in case of rain.

BANKS AND CURRENCY EXCHANGE
Banks are commonly open from 8.40 to 13.30 and from 14.40 to 16.00, Monday to Friday.
The Italian currency is the EURO. The Euro is available in banknotes and coins. The exchange rate is set on a daily basis. Cash machines are located inside the congress venue and near every bank throughout the city.
Credit cards are generally accepted in most restaurants, hotels and shops.

VISA
Italy is part of the so-called Schengen zone, thus citizens from Countries being part of this area and citizens from the EU, do not need special visas to enter the Country. However, before departure, foreigners wishing to enter Italy should verify their own Country's policies.
Foreigners needing a special invitation letter in order to obtain visas may request it from the Congress Secretariat at least four months prior to the congress.

DO YOU NEED A VISA?
Visit the Italian Foreign Affairs Ministry's web site to:

• find out whether - depending on your citizenship, country of long-term residence, and the duration and reasons for your stay - you need a visa to enter Italy.
• find out which documents are required in order to apply for your visa.

When entering Italy, even if you have already obtained a visa, the border authorities are authorised to check the documentation required for obtaining the visa itself.

WHERE TO APPLY FOR A VISA
List of Italian Embassies and Consulates

VISA FEES
For further information on entrance visas for Italy and the Schengen area click here

INSURANCE AND VACCINATIONS
The conference fee does not cover insurance for the delegates. The organisers recommend that delegates take out insurance in their home country to cover pre-journey cancellation for personal reasons and necessary insurance to cover accidents, medical expenses and loss of personal belongings during the visit. No vaccinations are needed when visiting Italy.

CHILDCARE
There are English speaking babysitters available if booked and paid for in advance. For information and costs please contact "Bimbinsieme" (baudo@gruppoeducation.it) or "Terzotempo" (info@terzotempo.it). Please note that August is the top holiday month in Italy and if not booked well in advance (recommended by May 2009), babysitters may be out of town.
If you would like to be included in an e-mail list of other ESEB parents to coordinate transportation or share babysitting, please contact the Congress Secretariat (info@eseb2009.it).

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Italy uses a 220 volt (2 pin round plugs). Always check the power supply before using equipment.

HOLIDAY SEASON
Torino “shuts down” in August (mainly 2nd and 3rd week) as many people go on holiday. Please bear this in mind if you need to arrange anything locally for your trip, and make sure you organise everything well in advance.

FORCE MAJEURE
In the event of the entire conference having to be cancelled due to force majeure, the organiser cannot accept liability for any claims for damages and/or losses.

DISCLAIMER
The organisers cannot accept any liability for damages and/or losses of any kind which may be incurred by the conference participants or by any persons accompanying them, both during the official activities and the excursions. Participants take part in all tours and events at their own responsibility.