GENERAL INFORMATION

CONFERENCE VENUE

Ljubljana Exhibition and Convention Centre – GR – Gospodarsko razstavišče
Dunajska cesta 18
1000 Ljubljana

Website: https://www.ljubljanafair.com/

The Conference venue area spans across over 21 000 m² and offers 23 multifunctional halls, 2500 parking spots in close proximity, and is well situated amidst a number of hotels and in a short distance to the city centre.

The main entrance to the Conference venue is located at Dunajska cesta 18, Ljubljana, and directly in front of it is a bus stop Razstavišče. The entrance is wheelchair accessible and equipped with ramps.

AC POWER PLUGS AND SOCKETS

Slovenia uses Type F and Type C (2-pin with round prongs) power plugs and sockets by default.
The standard voltage is 230 V at a frequency of 50 Hz.

CURRENCY

The official currency of Slovenia is the Euro (EUR, symbol: € ). Each Euro is divided into 100 cents.

Credit and debit cards (primarily Visa and Mastercard) are accepted in most places in the cities. Some small businesses, especially in more rural areas or for small purchases, may accept only cash.

Money exchange places – You can change money at the banks, exchange offices, and the airport. The airport exchange rate will probably be higher than most.

OFFICIAL LANGUAGE

Slovenia’s official language is Slovenian, but most people can speak English as well. You might have trouble understanding Slovenian even if you speak the language, as Slovenia has more than 50 dialects.

We have prepared some basic phrases for you.

VISA REQUIREMENTS

Invitation letters for visa purposes can only be sent to participants who have completed the registration process. Further information regarding visa requirements coming soon.

IMPORTANT TELEPHONE NUMBERS

• 112 - General Emergency
• 113 – Police

Note: There is no specific number for ambulance or fire department. In such cases, please call 112.

INSURANCE

The organizers can accept no liability for personal injuries or for loss or damage to property belonging to the workshop participants, either during or as a result of the event. Participants are advised to have adequate travel and health insurance before departing from their home country.

LANGUAGE OF THE EVENT

The official language of the event is English. Translation services will not be provided.

NO-SMOKING

Smoking is prohibited at the event venue.

SHOPPING

Opening times for shops may vary.

Most stores are open Mon – Fri from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. and on Saturday from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Most stores are closed on Sundays.

TIME ZONE

Slovenia uses the Central European Time Zone (CET) during the winter, which is UTC+1. During the summer, daylight saving time applies (Central European Summer Time, CEST), which is UTC+2.

TIPPING

Tipping in Slovenia is not mandatory nor expected, but rounding up the bill or tipping around 10 % for good service in restaurants, bars and cafes is appreciated.