Arab Digital Content Forum Giza-Egypt, 12-13 November 2014 Information for participants VENUE OF THE FORUM The Forum will be held on 12-13 November 2014 in the “Information Technology Institute” (Ministry of ICT Egypt) at the following address: Information Technology Institute (ITI) Address: Smart Village, ITI Building, Cairo-Alex Desert Road, 6th October, Giza, Egypt. COORDINATORS ITU Coordinator Ministry Coordinator Mr. Karim ABDELGHANI ITU Arab Regional Office Tel: +202 35 37 17 77 Fax: +202 35 37 18 88 E-mail: [email protected] Mr. Raymond Maher Kamel Ministry of ICT Egypt Tel : +(202) 35342365 Mob : +2 0122 240 70 42 Fax : +(202) 35371010 E-mail: [email protected] Mr. Mohamed Abd El Naby Ministry of ICT Egypt Tel : +(202) 35341369 Mob : +2 01001801903 Fax : +(202) 35371010 E-mail: [email protected] REGISTRATION AND WORKING HOURS The registration of the participants and distribution of documents will take place in the Forum’s venue on 12 November 2014, at 09:00 hrs. The opening session will start at 09:30 am. Working hours are from 09:30 to 16:30. HOTEL RESERVATION Kindly be advised that it is recommended for speakers to reserve their hotel accommodations via telephone or fax, by sending the Hotel Reservation Form directly to the hotels, indicating their arrival schedules before 31/10/2014 with a copy to the Meeting Coordinators: Mr. Raymond Maher Kamel & Mr. Mohamed Abd El Naby, Fax No: +(202) 35371010, to ensure the reception at the Cairo International Airport. Please be aware of the fact that the transportation between the hotels and the airport and between the hotels and the venue will be provided only for delegates who are staying in the official recommended hotels. List of Recommended Hotels Hotel Hilton Dream Address: Dreamland, Wahat Road, 6th of October City, Egypt Moevenpick Media City Address: 6th Of October District, Elhay Elmotamayez, Giza, Egypt Sheraton Dreamland Address: Dreamland, Wahat Road, 6th of October City, Egypt Star Rating 5 5 5 Facilities Included Breakfast Breakfast Breakfast Distance to Venue Daily Rate (USD) 15 minutes 90 USD Standard Room Single 1 person based on BB Tel: +(202) 3855-3333 Fax: +(202) 3855-3338 Web site: www3.hilton.com Contact person: Mr. Ahmed El Dorry Mobile: +201201114082 E-mail:[email protected] 15 minutes 75 USD Standard Room Single 1 person based on BB Tel: +20 2 3855 5001 Fax: +20 2 38555003 Web site: www.moevenpick-cairomediacity.com Contact person: Mr. Mostafa Nasef Mobile: +2 01003532969 E-mail: [email protected] 15 minutes 70 USD Standard Room Single 1 person based on BB Tel: +(202) 385 95000 Fax: +(202) 385 95100 Website: www.sheratondreamlandhotel.com/ Contact person: Mrs. Nihal Essam E-mail: [email protected] Contact VISA PROCEDURE Possessors of ordinary passport of countries will need visa to enter into Egypt. In this case, participants are strongly advised to seek information on requirements applicable in their case from Egyptian Embassy / Consulate or in their home countries at least 15 days prior to the trip. The following documents are required:      Valid passport. A round-trip airline. Hotel booking in your name or in the name of the person with whom you will be staying, including the address/phone number of your place of stay. Confirmation of registration for the event. If applicable, invitation letter received from country of the venue. TRANSPORTATION FOR PARTICIPANTS Transfers to and from Cairo Airport and official hotels will be provided to participants who have provided their flight details through the identified channels. PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION The officially recommended hotels are located close to the event venue. For those who wish to take a taxi, it is strongly recommended that delegates only use White Taxis. CURRENCY The official currency of Egypt is the Egyptian Pounds. [Visa, American Express, Access/MasterCard, and Diners Club cards can also be used American dollars are usually accepted in the market. Foreign currencies may be changed into Egyptian Pounds at banks or private exchange offices. Most banks are open from Sunday till Thursday, from 8.30 to 14.00. The exchange current rates in Egypt as of October 2014 are as follows: Dollar Euro 7.151 EGP (approx) 9.15 EGP (approx) CLIMATE The weather in November will be moderate cold and approximate temperatures will vary between 20º-25ºC. SECURITY The crime rate in Egypt is medium on UNDSS security advisory. However, visitors are advised to observe common safety practices while travelling (e.g. storing valuables in a safe, keeping wallets in a secure pocket, etc). For any security incident, visitors should contact the police on 122. ELECTRICITY AC power voltage in Egypt is 220V. See photos: SERVICES AVAILABLE FOR PARTICIPANTS DURING THE FORUM Information display: It will be located outside the main meeting room and will provide information on many issues of interest of the participants and will forward to other services, such as city tours and transfers, mail, medical care, communications, etc. It will also be the place where you should deliver or collect lost items. Communication Center: Internet Access free of charge will be available at the event meeting room. Security: For security reasons, all participants should always wear their badges during the meeting and in all social activities. Medical Assistance: Emergency and urgency medical assistance will be provided free of charge within the premises where the meeting will take place. Nevertheless it is advised to take out international travel insurance to cover any medical expenses in case of medical treatment. GENERAL INFORMATION General Information about the Country of the venue: Government Presidential/Parliament President Mr. Abdel Fattah El SISI Prime Minister Eng. Ebrahim Mahleb Area Population 90000 (approx.) Capital Cairo Official Language Arabic Country Code 2 Time Zone GMT + 1