Whilst every attempt will be made to ensure that all aspects of the Congress mentioned in this website will take place as scheduled, the Organising Committee reserves the right to make last minute changes should the need arises.
Climate and dress
September temperatures in Parma average around 20° C (68° F)
Electricity
the electric current in italy is 220 volts
Time zone
Central european (Greenwich GMT +1). summer time +1 (April to end of october)
Currency
the currency in italy is euro
paying and tipping
major credit cards are widely accepted. prices in hotels, restaurants, and taxi fees, are calculated to include taxes and service, but tipping for good service is appreciated
Banks
banks in italy are typically open on monday through friday, 08.00-13.00 and 15.30-16.30, and are closed on saturdays and sundays. money can be changed at the airports or in most hotels
shops
most are open from monday to saturday 09.00-12.30 and 15.30-19.30. Malls are open 09.00 to 21.00
telephone
direct dialing abroad from public call boxes is possible with phone cards (available at tobacconist shop and kiosk)
driving
speed limit according to posted signs, typically 50 km/h in towns and 90 km/h on major roads outside urban areas; 130 km/h on highways |