useful information
Useful Information – The Congress
Venue Address & directions to registration
for EAA 2006
Language
Useful Information – Ireland
Ireland - Your Host Country
Dublin - Your Host City
Climate and Clothing
Currency and Banking
Passport and Visa Information
Official Invitation Letter
Getting Around Dublin
Smoking Ban
Electricity
Emergency Phone Numbers
Time Zone
Shopping Hours
Venue Address
Quinn School of Business,
University College Dublin,
Belfield,
Dublin 4.
IRELAND
Please send e-mail queries relating to paper/abstract submission,
registration, accommodation, and any other questions relating
to EAA 2006 to:
E-mail: eaa2006@ovation.ie
Please do not contact the organising committee directly as
it may not be possible to answer these messages. If you have
questions that cannot be answered by the Congress secretariat,
your request will be forwarded to the Congress organising
committee.
DIRECTIONS TO EAA 2006 REGISTRATION FROM AIRCOACH BUS
AND JURY'S
MONTROSE HOTEL
The Aircoach
Bus from Dublin Airport stops outside Jury's Montrose
Hotel. This stop is a short walk to University College Dublin's
Belfield campus. Click
here for a photographic guide from the Aircoach Bus stop
to Registration in O'Reilly
Hall. This guide also demonstrates how to get from O'Reilly
Hall to the main UCD
buildings being used for EAA 2006.
DIRECTIONS FROM NO. 10 BUS TO REGISTRATION
The terminus for the number 10 bus is on campus, just 100
yards from the entrance to
the UCD Quinn School of Business. Review the Aircoach directions
above to find your
way to Registration. However, you will need to work in reverse
from the last picture
(UCD Quinn School) back to the O'Reilly Hall.
Language
The official language of the congress is English.
Ireland - your host Country
Inhabited for almost 7,000 years, Ireland is an historic
island nation, located on the eastern edge of the North Atlantic
Ocean. It is divided up into 32 counties, 26 of which are
known as the Republic of Ireland and the remaining 6, Northern
Ireland. The terrain tends to be mountainous near coastlines
with the midlands being dominated by flat countryside resulting
in a land of beautiful and contrasting scenery. Nearly 5 million
people inhabit this 83,168 sq. km island with 1.5 million
living in the capital city of Dublin. Over many centuries
this land has experienced a number of incursions and invasions,
resulting in a rich mixture of ancestry, culture and tradition.
It's known worldwide for fine linen, lace, china, glassware,
along with many ales and spirits. In this land of green (the
home of Saint Patrick and the Shamrock), all visitors are
welcome.
Information about Ireland: Tourism
Ireland.
Ireland in brief
Area: 83,168 sq. km
Population: 5,000,000
Republic of Ireland capital city: Dublin (population 1.5 million)
Northern Ireland capital city: Belfast
Official Language: English, Irish
Dublin - your host City
 While
few locations offer charm on a par with Ireland, few cities
are as renowned as Dublin for its strong tradition of entertainment
and hospitality. And while modern-day Dublin continues to
embody these characteristics, it has become a leading financial
centre and home to top multinational corporations, confirming
its place as a premier city within the European Union.
- Population 1.5 million
- 10km from Dublin International Airport
- Direct local bus or taxi service between airport and city
Tourism information for Dublin, click here.
Climate and Clothing
Ireland's climate is influenced by the Gulf Stream, which
keeps the temperatures generally mild with an average rainfall
of 1500mm a year. The good news is that March is one of Ireland's
dryest months, but don’t forget your umbrella and raincoat
just in case!
For the latest weather click on www.meteireann.ie
Currency and Banking
The currency in the Republic of Ireland is Euro (€).
Foreign currencies can be exchanged at Bureau de Change points
in banks, airports etc. All major credit cards, such as MasterCard,
Visa, American Express etc are accepted in most hotels, restaurants
and shops.
Passport and Visa Information
No visa requirements for EU passport holders. All non-EU
citizens should contact their local embassies for specific
requirements. More information on visa requirements click
here:
Official Invitation
An official letter designed to assist in meeting administrative
requirements in some countries, will be sent to any participant
upon request. However, this invitation implies no obligation,
financial or otherwise, by the EAA Organising Committee. Email
eaa2006@ovation.ie
for more information.
Getting Around Dublin
Regular transport services in Dublin operate from 06:00
– 23:45.
Dublin Area Rapid Transport (DART)
is an electrified train service operating for approximately
35 km along the East Coast from beyond Howth in the North
to beyond Bray in the South. It serves three stations in Dublin
City centre: Connolly, Tara Street and Pearse. Tickets can
be bought for this at each station.
Dublin
Bus provides an extensive network of bus routes. It operates
an exact change system (Autofare) whereby coins (no notes)
are entered into a slot/chute on entry to the bus and a ticket
is issued. Special rambler tickets can be purchased in shops
around the city that enable unlimited 1/3/5 day travel on
all Dublin Bus routes. Please note that many buses indicate
the city centre by using the Irish language version of the
centre - "AN LAR". Dublin Bus also provide a number
of sightseeing tours in and around the city - click here
for more information.
The city is also served by a tram system LUAS
with 2 lines which connect the city centre railway stations
with the south of the city.
Smoking Ban
With effect from 29 March 2004, smoking is forbidden in enclosed
places of work in Ireland. This includes office blocks, various
buildings, public houses/bars, restaurants and company vehicles
(cars and vans). Smoking will not be permitted indoors at
the congress centre but hotel, guesthouse and B&B bedrooms
are exempted. Non-compliance with this ban can lead to prosecution
and a fine of EUR 3000.
Electricity
220 V, 50 Hz, 3-pin sockets.
Emergency Phone Numbers
For Police, Ambulance and Fire Brigade emergency services,
dial 999.
Time Zone
GMT
Shopping Hours
Shopping hours in Dublin are in general, between 09.00 and
18.00 Monday – Saturday. For more information on shopping
in Dublin, click here.
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