Useful to know
CLIMATEThe climate is a mixture of ocean and continental influences. The weather in May is moderate with temperatures around 20° Celsius which may fluctuate during spring. Frequent spells of rainy weather may occur.
CURRENCY AND CREDIT CARDSThe currency is the Czech Crown (koruna, CZK / Kč). The exchange rate is:
CZK 24,85 / EUR 1 or CZK 15,60 / USD 1 (April 21, 2008).
Bank cheques may be cashed in banks, cash can be exchanged in many exchange offices. You may pay with common types of credit cards in the majority of shops, hotels and restaurants.
The Czech Republic uses a 230 volt 50 Hz system, sockets have the European standard and plugs are three-prong grounded. To use electric appliances from your country you may need a special voltage converter with an adapter plug.
OPENING HOURSOffices and banks are generally open from 9:00 to 17:00, shops are open till 18:00 and supermarkets even longer.
TIME ZONEThe Czech Republic is in the time zone that is one hour ahead of GMT. At the time of the congress, summer time will be one more hour in advance.
TRANSPORTATIONPublic transport
Prague has a good public transport system, which includes 3 metro lines, trams and buses. The Prague
metro is quite new and efficient. In the peak hours trains run every 1 or 2 minutes and off peak hours
at least every 10 minutes. Tickets: for a journey upto 20 minutes without changing – 18 CZK ticket,
for a longer journey or a journey with changing - 26 CZK ticket. Tourist tickets also available.
Taxi
Most taxis in Prague do not accept credit cards!
In the city, taxis are easy to hail from the street. The official fare is approximately CZK 30 per kilometre, so please check the price list before you get into the car.
However it is recommended to call a taxi in advance. Please contact our registration desk staff or your hotel reception for help.
First Aid 155
Police 158
Emergency 112
Taxi operator (Profi taxi) 844 700 800
Taxi operator (AAA taxi) 222 333 222