General Information
Transportation in Prague
All registered participants will obtain a free ticket for Prague public transport valid for the days of the duration of the conference.
Prague has a good public transport system, which includes 3 metro lines, trams and buses. Prague’s Metro system is quite new and efficient. During peak hours trains run every 1 or 2 minutes and off peak at least every 10 minutes.
Tickets:
Journeys up to 20 minutes without changing (non-transfer) – 18 CZK ticket.
Longer journeys or journeys with a transfer – 26 CZK ticket.
Longer multiple-day passes are also available.
Taxi
Most taxis in Prague do not accept credit cards! Although it is easy enough in the centre to hail a taxi on the street, it is recommended that you book one in advance.
The official fare is approximately CZK 30 per kilometre, so please check the price list before you get into the car.
Airport 
Prague International Airport handles the flights of most European carriers and also overseas flights. It is located 30-45 minutes from the centre of Prague. There is a good connection between the Airport and the city centre by public transport buses and taxis.
Official Carrier
Czech Airlines (CSA) is the official carrier for ISCB 2009 and offers connections via Prague to an entire network of major destinations worldwide.
As the official carrier, it offers ISCB 2009 attendees a discount on tickets: 15% in Economy Class and 20% in Business Class. The discounts can be claimed on tickets to be flown within one week prior to the event and one week after the event, and are available for registered participants with one accompanying person. The discounts apply even for flights with codes OK 3000 – 5999, which are operated by our SkyTeam alliance partners (Aeroflot, Aero Mexico, Air France, KLM, Alitalia, Continental Airlines, Delta, Korean Air, and NWA). If you are a member of Czech Airlines’ frequent flyer programme, OK Plus, you will earn miles for your account even for these flights.
HOW TO PURCHASE A DISCOUNT TICKET?
MAKE USE OF THE NEW OPTION OF PURCHASING TICKETS ON-LINE!
As a part of the registration (Letter of Confirmation), you will receive event code that will serve as a password to the reservation system. (Please use exactly the same reading of the given code including small and big letters of alphabet.)
http://www.csa.cz/en/portal/online_services/conventions/conventions_list.htm The name of your convention is “ISCB - 30th Annual Conference of the International Society for Clinical
If you cannot purchase a ticket on-line, please turn to one of our sales points – their addresses
can be found at www.czechairlines.com – or call the CSA Contact Centre at +420 239007007.
For purchasing a ticket at a CSA sales point, you will need the official letter of invitation, or a document confirming payment of the registration fee, or the event code.
If you want to become a member of the Czech Airlines’ frequent flyer programme OK Plus, and earn points immediately, register HERE.
Climate
The climate is a mixture of ocean and continental influences. The weather in May is moderate with temperatures around 20° Celsius which may fluctuate during spring. Frequent spells of rainy weather may occur.
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.
Electricity
The Czech Republic uses a 230 volt 50 Hz system, sockets are the standard European type and 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 is in the time zone one hour ahead of GMT. At the time of the congress this will be GMT +2 due to Summer Daylight Saving Time.
Official Language
The official language of the Congress 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 and all participants are strongly advised to take out their own personal insurance before travelling to the Congress.