ANTALYA
ATTALEIA of the ancient times, ANTALYA of the modern world with its small
seaside towns offers an unbelievable richness to the travelers of any purpose
with the natural and historical richness and the developments of the last
decade.
Nature
The city is maybe the only one in the world where you can ski in the mornings
on the valleys of white mountains (Taurus & Olympus) then enjoy a relaxing swim
in the crystal-blue waters of Mediterranean in the afternoon. The waterfalls of
Manavgat & Düden; the national parks of Olympus, Düzlerçamı, Yörük (Nomad
where you can watch the traditional craftsman at work); the bays of Kemer,
Tekirova, Çamyuva which are coined by the E.U. as the “Blue Flag-Clean Beach”
are a few examples of Antalya's perfect natural beauty.
History
One of the oldest sites of settlement in the world (ruins found in the Karain
Cave dates back to 50.000 BC the Paleolithic age) contains the remnants of the
ancient Greeks, Romans, Seljuk’s, and Ottomans; the city of Olympus, the gate of
Hadrian, the temple of Diana, Chimera, the ancient cities of Perge, Aspendos,
Thermessos, and Phaselis are a few examples we can cite here.
ANTALYA one of the cities chosen to be developed as a tourist site by the World
Bank has a lot of tourist facilities. The Aqua Park is able to offer nearly
every kind of water-sports, the National Golf Park with its 18-hole golf course
and 9 hole academy course is another attraction point. New establishments that
are being opened in the area also offer new opportunities for sport fans.
The hotels of every category and the holiday resorts of all types offer
qualified service to the visitors. It is possible to fulfill every holiday dream
in Antalya.
ANTALYA “The Turkish Riviera” is also becoming one of the most favorable places
of convention where the participants of meetings can fill their spare time with
different activities. Most of the hotels in the area have meeting rooms of
different sizes.
Congress Center
Covering a large expanse of 250.000 square meters in the heaven-like town of
Beldibi in Antalya, Sungate Port Royal is the largest holiday and entertainment
complex in Turkey and the Mediterranean.
With a one-kilometer beach, original hotel building Port Queen, Family Lake
Houses, Terrace Houses, Deluxe Villas and Suites, the second largest hotel SPA
center rendering all kinds of therapy, care and beauty services for physical and
psychological health, indoors and outdoors pools covering a surface area of
18.000 square meters, outstanding aqua parks, prestigious boutiques, restaurants
and bars serving elite dishes from the Turkish, Far Eastern and international
cuisines, Kids' Kingdom covering an area of 20.000 square meters , land and sea
sports, hall & meeting rooms enabling all kinds of meetings and many other
service units, Sungate Port Royal is the new star of the Mediterranean just 45
km from the airport and 25 km from the city center.
Language
The official language of the Congress is English. All communications will be in
English but there will be Turkish-English simultaneous translation available for
local participation.
Badges
Badges are essential for admission to the scientific sessions, social events and
exhibition.
NO badge NO entry.
Certificate Of Attendance
All the participants who attended the congress will receive their certificate of
attendance on the last day of the Congress.
CME Credit
EACCME and TMA credit applications are pending.
Invitation Letter
An official invitation letter will be sent upon request. This letter, however,
does not constitute any commitment by the Congress Organizers to cover
registration fees, accommodation, travel expenses or other costs connected to
the participation in the Congress. Please send an e-mail to the Congress
Secretariat at ehs2006@figur.net requesting an invitation letter.
Abstract Submission
Deadline For Abstracts: 28th of February, 2006
Abstracts of EHS 2006 Meeting will be published in the official journal of the
society "Hip International". Abstract submission will be available via
here. You can submit and track your abstract
through the website by using the Abstract Agent system.
Please click
to open.
Congress Secretariat
For questions concerning Congress arrangements and registration and
accommodation,
please contact : ehs2006@figur.net
Currency And Credit Cards
Turkish currency is called New Turkish Lira (YTL). Turkish Lira is freely sold
and bought in hotels, banks and special exchange offices called "doviz burosu ".
Car rental offices, hotels, above average restaurants, shops, travel agencies
and gas stations will accept credit cards. You can get cash with your credit or
cash card by using cash machines (ATM) on the streets.
International credit cards are accepted in cash dispensers, hotels, restaurants
and most shops, as well as car rental agencies. The most common credit cards are
VISA, EuroCard, MasterCard.
Weather And Clothes
In June in Antalya the weather is usually warm and sunny during the day but can
be slightly cool in the evenings, please bring light clothes for the day and a
cardigan or a jacket for the night.
Exhibition And Sponsorship
An exhibition of pharmaceutical, technical and research products, equipments and
services will be open during the congress. Possibilities for exhibition and
several sponsorships are available please contact us at
ehs2006@figur.net
Insurance And Liability
The Congress is not insured to meet any claims arising from any incidents during
the Congress. It is the responsibility of participants, exhibitors and guests to
be properly and adequately insured. The Congress organizers accept no
responsibility for any loss of money or goods incurred by the participants.
Time Zone
Turkey is two hours ahead of Greenwich Mean Time.
Visa Information
Passport and visa requirements may differ according to the country of origin.
Please contact your travel agent or the Turkish Consulate or Embassy in your
country for further advice. For more information please contact
www.mfa.gov.tr
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