ISU WORLD JUNIOR FIGURE SKATING CHAMPIONSHIPS 2015 TALLINN, ESTONIA MARCH 2-8, 2015 Media Information www.facebook.com/WJC2015 #wjc2015 The Estonian Skating Union looks forward to hosting media attending the ISU World Junior Figure Skating Championships 2015 in Tallinn, Estonia. The event will be held at the Tondiraba Ice Hall from March 2-8, 2015. This information will assist you in planning your trip to Tallinn and to apply for media accreditation to cover the event. Every effort will be made to ensure journalists have all the appropriate facilities necessary to work at the event. The press centre and press tribune will be open and operational for the first practice session on March 2, 2015 at 09:00. Media Accreditation Package Media Accreditation Package ....................................................................................................................... 2 Media Accreditation Information.................................................................................................................. 2 Media Accommodation ................................................................................................................................. 3 Media Hotels ................................................................................................................................................. 4 Transportation & Telecommunications ........................................................................................................ 4 Transportation ....................................................................................................................................... 4 Telecommunications ............................................................................................................................. 5 Useful Information ........................................................................................................................................ 5 Event Schedule.............................................................................................................................................. 6 Additional information and updates as required will be posted on the ISU website as they become available. If you need more information, or have questions, please contact: Ms.Renna Unt – Press Officer e-mail: [email protected] tel: +372 56915373 Media Accreditation Information All media must apply for media accreditation through the ISU online media accreditation system on the International Skating Union (ISU) website (www.isu.org) under «Media Accreditation». Alternatively click here to get direct access. www.facebook.com/WJC2015 #wjc2015 The total number of accredited media representatives will be subject to space available. The OC and ISU reserve the right to refuse accreditation should the number of applications exceed given space. All media will be requested to upload a copy of their professional media card and a .jpg photograph. If not in possession of a professional media card, a comment should be added to the note box provided. The deadline to apply is February 9, 2015. Accreditation will be granted to professional journalists and photographers only. Up to a total of two (2) journalists and one (1) photographer per publication are welcome to apply. Major wire services and newspapers may submit a request for two (2) photographers, however, only one (1) photographer is allowed at the rink-side. Rights holding TV and radio must also apply for accreditation via the ISU online media accreditation system. Access to the Right Holders area is restricted, therefore Right Holders are invited to contact the ISU in order to obtain a username and password. To book any broadcasting services or facilities please contact the host Broadcaster: ERR – Estonian Public Broadcaster Mr. Rivo Saarna E-mail: [email protected] Tel: +372 5065768 Accreditation Confirmation If the accreditation request is accepted, a Letter of Confirmation will be issued through the online system. You may be asked to present a copy of the Letter of Confirmation to receive your accreditation badge. You will also be notified if your accreditation request is denied. Please note that the ISU and OC reserve the right to refuse accreditation with or without justification. Media Accommodation The OC has designated two official media hotels, which are next to each other. Shuttle transportation will be arranged from the entrance of the Tallink City Hotel to the main venue and the practice arena. Shuttle schedules will be provided on site. Please be advised that the transportation service will only be available for the designated official media hotels. www.facebook.com/WJC2015 #wjc2015 It is the responsibility of the individual media persons to book their own accommodation and to take on any cancellation fees. Media Hotels SOLO SOKOS HOTEL ESTORIA Viru väljak 4 The Solo Sokos Hotel Estoria is a unique story hotel providing high-quality service in the middle of Tallinn, between the Original Sokos Hotel Viru and Viru Center. Every room at the hotel tells a fascinating story from Estonia, with 93 rooms in total. In addition to the sights of Tallinn, the Estoria provides its guests with a sweet night's Solo sleep, energy booster breakfast and a whole lot of carefully selected details to make their business or holiday trip truly enjoyable. Special rates: Single room: 82€ Twin room: 92€ Only Online booking: https://www.sokoshotels.fi/en/tallinn/sokos-hotel-estoria Booking code: ISUEST TALLINK CITY HOTEL 5 A.Laikmaa Street Tallink City Hotel is located in the heart of Tallinn, in close proximity to shopping centers and within just a few minute walk from the marvelous Old Town, Tallink City Hotel provides comfortable accommodation for both business guests visiting the city and tourists spending a weekend here. Tallink City Hotel offers several additional services meetings in conference rooms; successful business lunches and spirited dinners in Restaurant City. Accommodation: All rooms offer a shower or bath, air conditioning, free WiFi, TV, telephone, safe, mini bar and a shower or bath. Special rates: Single room: 64€ Twin room: 64€ The rates are per room, per night and include: accommodation, use of the morning sauna, buffet breakfast, use of internet (in the room), entrance to the nightclub Cellar and VAT. For booking via online www.tallinkhotels.com with special promo code ISUEST Phone: +372 630 0808 (Mo-Fr 08:30-18:00) Fax: +372 630 0861 E-mail: [email protected] Transportation & Telecommunications Transportation www.facebook.com/WJC2015 #wjc2015 How to get to Tallinn by air Located just 4 km from the Tallinn City center, the modern Lennart Meri Tallinn Airport provides excellent facilities and a wide variety of services to meet the demands of all its customers. Information service in the Departure Hall is opened according to the flight schedule 2 hours before the first flight and closed after the last arriving flight. Bus no. 2 leaves the airport for the city center and port every 30 minutes, and operates from 7 AM until midnight. Tickets can be bought from the bus driver with a cost 1.60 EUR. The airport bus stops are located on O floor, i.e. by car park that is located at the front of the airport, next to the so-called lower entrance. The city center bus stop is located on Laikmaa Street, between the Tallink Hotel and the large Viru Center, attached to the Solo Sokos Hotel Estoria. A Taxi stand is also just outside the departure hall. The fare from the airport to the city center should cost around 10 euros. By Train The train from Tallinn to Moscow departs every day. The railway station is situated near the Old Town and harbor. Take the tram line no. 1 or no. 2 or walk just 10 minutes to the Old Town. By Ferry The Tallinn-Helsinki sea-line is one of the busiest international passenger routes in the world. Ferries cross the Gulf of Finland between Tallinn and Helsinki several times a day, covering the distance in roughly two to four hours. From late spring to late autumn, high-speed vessels also operate on the route, reducing travel time to just an hour and a half. Ferries between Tallinn and Stockholm depart every evening, with the trip taking approximately 15 hours. By Bus International bus lines (Eurolines, Ecolines, Hansabuss) offer bus connections to many European cities. International and domestic bus lines arrive at and leave from Tallinn's Central Bus Station. Additional transportation information: http://www.tallinn.ee/eng/otsing?sona=11964 Telecommunications Free WiFi will be provided on site free of charge. The broadband connection for agency photographers will be provided free of charge. Useful Information Travel Information As of 21 December 2007, Estonia is a member of the Schengen visa area. Nationals of EU and EEA member states are free to enter Estonia. The required travel document for entry is a national ID-card or www.facebook.com/WJC2015 #wjc2015 passport. Nationals of the following countries do not need a visa to enter Estonia and can stay for up to 90 days in any 6-month period: Albania, Andorra, Argentina, Australia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Brazil, Brunei, Canada, Chile, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Holy See, Honduras, Hong Kong, Israel, Japan, Macao, Macedonia, Malaysia, Mauritius, Mexico, Moldova, Monaco, Montenegro, New Zealand, Nicaragua, Panama, Paraguay, San Marino, Serbia, Singapore, South Korea, Taiwan, USA, Uruguay, Venezuela. The required travel Document for entry is a valid passport. For some countries biometrical ordinary passport. Citizens of countries NOT mentioned above require a visa to enter Estonia. Visitors arriving in Estonia with visa must have national passports valid at least 3 months after their planned departure from Estonia. Children aged 7 to 15 years must have their own Passport when travelling to Estonia or, if they are registered in their parent’s passport, must have their photo next to the name. Children under 7 years need not have a photo if they are registered in their parents’ passports. Persons above 15 years must have a separate travel document with photo. For more specific information, please contact the nearest Estonian consulate or embassy, or check the Estonian Ministry of Foreign Affairs’ website (www.vm.ee/en). Official currency is euro. VAT is 21% The electric current is 220 V AC, 50Hertz. European two-pin plugs are required. In March the average temperature is -4 up to -5 degrees. Event Schedule Date Monday, March 2 Tuesday, March 3 Wednesday, Time All day Event Official Practice 10:00 Team Leaders Meeting 1 12:30 LADIES – Technical Panel Meeting 16:00 ICE DANCE – Technical Panel Meeting 18:30 PAIRS – Technical Panel Meeting All day Official Practice 12:30 Referee & Technical Controllers Meeting 13:30 PAIRS – Initial Judges Meeting 16:30 LADIES – Initial Judges Meeting 20:30 ISU and Judges Dinner 08:30 ICE DANCE – Initial Judges Meeting www.facebook.com/WJC2015 #wjc2015 Date March 4 Thursday, March 5 Friday, March 6 Saturday, March 7 Sunday, March 8 Time 10:00 Event LADIES – Short Program 12:00 MEN – Technical Panel Meeting 18:00 Opening on Ice 18:45 PAIRS – Short Program 08:30 MEN – Initial Judges Meeting 10:00 Team Leaders Meeting 2 13:00 ICE DANCE – Short Dance 19:00 PAIRS – Free Skating 08:00 PAIRS – Technical Panel Review Meeting 09:00 PAIRS - Judges Round Table Discussion 10:30 MEN – Short Program 18:00 LADIES – Free Skating 08:00 LADIES – Technical Panel Review Meeting 09:00 LADIES – Judges Round Table Discussion 13:30 ICE DANCE – Free Dance 18:00 MEN – Free Skating 18:00 ICE DANCE – Technical Panel Review Meeting 08:00 ICE DANCE – Judges Round Table Discussion 08:30 MEN – Technical Panel Review Meeting 10:30 MEN – Judges Round Table Discussion 15:00 EXHIBITION For any additional questions or information, please do not hesitate to contact: Ms. Renna Unt E-mail: [email protected] Tel: +372 56915373 www.facebook.com/WJC2015 #wjc2015