Conference Information

Conference Venue

Inbal Hotel
Liberty Bell Park
3 Jabotinsky Street
Jerusalem

The Inbal Jerusalem hotel is a modern elegantly styled Five Star Deluxe hotel, reflecting the Jerusalem experience through the use of Jerusalem natural stone as an integral part of the interior decor. The hotel is located in the center of Jerusalem, adjacent to the Liberty Bell Park, within a short walking distance from Jerusalem's commercial center as well as the Old City, religious and archeological sites. Free Wi-Fi is available in hotel rooms and in public areas.

Language
The conference will be conducted in English.

Airport Transportation
Ben-Gurion International Airport is Israel's main airport, located 50 km (31 miles) from Jerusalem and 17 km (11 miles) from Tel Aviv. The distance between Jerusalem and Tel-Aviv is 67 km (42 miles).

Airport arrival/departure transfers to/from Jerusalem Hotels are available as follows:

1. Pre-reserved arrival/departure transfers operated by Diesenhaus-Unitours

This is a shared transfer from the airport to the conference  hotels in Jerusalem and return to the airport. Possible wait - up to 1 hour.  Diesenhaus Unitours representative will meet you upon arrival inside the Arrivals Hall, immediately after you go through passport control. He will be holding a sign "Nursing Conference".
Price: US$40 per person per person per transfer (arrival or departure).
Arrival and departure transfers should be reserved on the Conference Registration & Accommodation Form. Full arrival/departure details must be provided for each transfer.

2. Nesher Tours - public shared transportation service between the airport and Jerusalem

Located outside the arrivals hall. Possible wait – up to 1 hour. Drop off at hotels.
Price: US$17 per person. No reservation required for transportation from the airport to Jerusalem.
Reservation is required for departure transportation. Please check with the hotel’s reception desk.

3. Taxis

Taxis are freely available outside the airport terminal.
Price: Fare should be approximately US$65 from the airport to Jerusalem. A 25% surcharge for night trips is in effect from 9:01 p.m. until 5:29 a.m. and from 4 p.m. on Fridays.

Visas
Participants from most of the EU countries and the USA do not require visas to enter Israel. Participants from other countries are advised to contact their local or nearest Israeli Embassy or Consulate. Please ensure that your passport is valid for at least six months at the time of entering Israel. Please contact the conference secretariat if you need a letter of invitation for obtaining a visa.

Climate
The weather in Jerusalem in June is hot during the day and cool in the evenings. Average temperatures range between 18-28°C. No rain.

Tipping Policy
Customary 12% in restaurants, pubs, cafés. Taxis – not expected. Customary to tip bellboys, luggage handlers – NIS5/$2/€1

Electricity and Phone
The electrical voltage in Israel is 220 volts 50 Hz. The telephone Jack is European style. Plan to bring an adaptor for your electrical needs.

Liability and Insurance
The conference organizers are not able to take any responsibility whatsoever for injury or damage involving persons and property during the conference. Participants are advised to take out their own personal travel and health insurance for their trip.