Official Language
The official language of the conference is English and will be used for all presentations and printed materials.
Passport and Visa
All foreign visitors desiring to enter the United States must have a valid passport. Follow this link for Visa Information. No funds are available to assist with travel and registration fees cannot be waived. If, for some reason, your visa application is denied, your registration fees will be refunded to you in full.
Local Time Zones
In October, Atlanta, Georgia, USA will be observing Eastern Daylight Time (EDT), which is Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) minus 4 hours.
Dialing Codes
USA's International Country code: +1
Atlanta's Local Area Codes: 404, 678 and 770.
Climate
The weather in Atlanta in October is pleasant with the following temperatures:
Normal High: 73°F/23°C
Normal Low: 53°F/12°C
For current Atlanta weather conditions, please refer to CNN.com's weather.
Currency Exchange
Only US dollars are acceptable at regular stores and restaurants. The exchange rate fluctuates daily. For current exchange rates, please visit www.exchangerate.com.
Traveler's Checks and Credit Cards
Credit cards, including MasterCard®, Discover®, Visa® and American Express®, and traveler's checks are accepted at most hotels, restaurants, department stores, and souvenir shops.
Tipping Standards
15% is standard for meals. For skycaps, doormen, porters and bellman, $1.00 per bag is standard and $1.00 per night for housekeeping.
Electricity
Electricity throughout the United States is 110V, 60 Hz.
Conference Attire
Attire during the duration of the conference is business casual.
Cellular Phones, Pagers and Watch Alarms
As a courtesy to our speakers and other attendees, please turn off any cellular phones, pagers and watch alarms during sessions.
Cameras and Video Tape Recording
Cameras and video tape recorders are strictly prohibited in the sessions, poster presentations and the exhibit area. Film or video will be confiscated.
Smoking
All meeting rooms and seated functions are smoke free.
