The Athens Hilton faces the spectacular Acropolis on one of the Athens’ most fashionable avenues. A landmark property in the city, and a symbol of pioneering Greek hospitality, the completely refurbished luxury hotel offers superb facilities for the discerning business and leisure traveler.
Located close to the city center, opposite the National Art Gallery and within walking distance of the National Gallery, museums and shopping areas. Spacious, stylish and modern spaces, from the showcased works of art, to the fabulous panoramic city rooftop views through to the coolness of the hotel pool and gardens, provide you with an unparalleled environment in which to work or relax.

Congress dates
September 25 ­ 28, 2005

Congress Organising Bureau
Erasmus Conferences Tours & Travel S.A. 1, Kolofontos & Evridikis Street, 161 21 Athens, Greece Tel.: +30 210 7257693­5, Fax: +30 210 7257532 E­mail: info@erasmus.gr, Website : www.erasmus.gr

Language
The Official language of the congress is English. No simultaneous translation will be provided.

Access
«Eleftherios Venizelos», the International Airport of Athens, is directly linked with 68 cities and 45 countries. Also Athens is easily accessed by rail, road and sea.
Transportation from Athens “El. Venizelos” Airport to the City Center

By metro from the airport directly to Syntagma Sq. in the center of Athens. The ticket costs 8 Euros and may be purchased at the ticket counter of the airport metro station. A taxi from the airport to Athens city center costs approximately 25­-30 Euros (higher rates apply after midnight) and takes about 30 minutes, or longer, depending on traffic conditions. (Rates are subject to change)

Transportation within Athens
The cost of a single ticket is 0.70 Euro on the metro or 0.45 Euro on public buses.The cost of a 24hrs ticket for unlimited use of all types of public transport is 2.90 Euros. (Rates are subject to change).

Visa
Visas are not required for participants from the USA and most European countries. If in doubt, please confirm if you need one with your travel agent or Greek Consulate.

Climate and Clothing
The weather in the Greek capital during September is generally warm, sunny and pleasant. The average air temperatures are 25­-30 oC (82-­92 oF) during the day and 19-­30 oC (70-­92 oF) during the evening.

Liability and Insurance
Neither the organizers nor the Travel Agencies assume responsibility for injury and/or damage involving persons or property during the Congress. Participants are advised to take out their own personal insurance.

Foreign Exchange and Banking Arrangements
The official currency of Greece is the Euro. Foreign currency, traveler’s checks and Eurocheques can be exchanged at the airport bank upon arrival or at banks located throughout Athens. A banking service will be available at the Congress Venue for currency exchange.
Local banks or hotels do not cash personal checks. Participants are advised to bring cash, traveler’s checks or Eurocheques. Major credit cards are accepted in Hotels, Restaurants, Shops etc. Banks are open for the public from Monday to Friday 08:00am ­ 14:00pm.