Xth International Symposium on Thrombolysis and Acute Stroke Therapy, Budapest, Hungary, September 20-23, 2008

General information

LOCATION

Sofitel Budapest Hotel
Roosevelt ter 2
1051 Budapest
HUNGARY
Tel: (+36)1 2661234, Fax: (+36)1 2669101

DATES

September 21-23, 2008

LANGUAGE

The official language of the Symposium is English.

EUROPEWIDE ACCREDITATION OF THE SYMPOSIUM

An application has been submitted to the European Accreditation Council
for Continuing Medical Education (EACCME) to provide accreditation by the
following CME activity for medical specialists. The EACCME is an institution
of the European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS): www.uems.net

PERSONAL INSURANCE

We recommend that all participants take out a personal travel and health
insurance for their trip top Budapest.

CLIMATE

The weather in Budapest in September is pleasant.
Temperatures range from 12°C - 23°C.

CLOTHING

Clothing is informal for all occasions. Please bring an umbrella, sunglasses
and walking shoes.

visas

Please check with your travel agent if you require a visa for entry to Hungary.

LETTER OF INVITATION

Participants requiring a formal letter of invitation to enable them to make
their arrangements to participate in the Symposium may receive a letter via
the website. Please note that this letter cannot be regarded as a commitment
regarding scheduling or financial support from the organizers.

TRANSFER TO VIENNA

Transfers to the 6th World Stroke Congress in Vienna will be available (at an
additional cost of €39 per person) on Tuesday, September 23, 2008 (afternoon)
and on Wednesday, September 24, 2008 (morning).

EXHIBITION

A professional exhibition will be held concurrently with the Symposium. For
details, please contact: myatsiv@kenes.com

AIRPORT INFORMATION AND TRAVEL TO BUDAPEST

International flights arrive at Ferihegy International Airport, which is 22 km
South East of the city.

Airport Minibuses are available to all the city hotels. Ticket cost is
approximately €10.
Private taxis are available 24 hours a day. Approximate cost is €30 per taxi to
the city centre. For detailed information please visit:
www.budapestagent.com/airport-transfer-budapest.html

SYMPOSIUM ORGANIZERS

Please do not hesitate to contact the Organizers if you require any additional
information or assistance.
Please address all correspondence to:

c/o Kenes International -
Global Congress Organizers and Association Management Services
1-3, Rue de Chantepoulet
P.O. Box 1726
CH-1211 Geneva 1, Switzerland
Tel: +41 22 908 0488
Fax: +41 22 732 2850
E-Mail: TAST2008@kenes.com