TRAVEL BENEFITS - Hotel accommodation, visas and tours MICE International has been appointed as the Official 'Destination Management Company' to manage hotel accommodation, flight, visa and tour enquiries and bookings. We have personally selected hotels in Dubai
at special rate for the participants of the 1st Biotechnology World Congress. All the hotels are located in the same area for the
convenience of the participants and daily transportation to and for
congress venue is provided complimentary by the Organizers. For group bookings (10 rooms or more) please e-mail us at inquiries@MICEintl.com How to reserve a room We strongly recommend that hotel accommodation is booked early and will be happy to be of any assistance in all matters concerning hotel reservations for the Conference. Each participant will receive an individual confirmation, indicating the name and address of the hotel. Hotel reservations will be confirmed only after receiving the payment of the whole stay payable by credit card or bank transfer within 10 working days from the day of booking. If hotel reservation is made by a sponsoring company, the participant will receive the corresponding hotel confirmation directly from the sponsoring company.
INTERCONTINENTAL FESTIVAL CITY 5*
InterContinental Dubai Festival City, a 5* hotel, is located by the water and within walking distance to the Dubai Festival City Shopping Mall. It has as much to offer to the leisure seeker as it does to the business traveler. The hotel is home to four restaurants and two stylish bars, all with acclaimed views of the Dubai skyline. There is also a luxurious spa offering signature treatments; 24-hour state-of-the-art gymnasium; outdoor 25 meters pool and an 18-hole championship golf course with award-winning club house at the hotel's Al Badia Golf Club. Hotel exterior Classic superior room Hotel exterior Classic superior room
Note Rates are inclusive of taxes and breakfast Rates are in US Dollars, per room, per night
Cancellation policies A minimum of 3 nights stay is required. A cancellation fee of 5% of the total amount paid will be charged if rooms are cancelled before 10 January 2012. If rooms are cancelled between 11 and 27 January 2012, 2 nights stay will be charged. If rooms are cancelled after 27 January 2012, full length of the stay will be charged. No shows, early departures will be charged full length of stay.
PULLMAN CITY CENTRE HOTEL 5*
Located next to Metro station, at only 10 minutes from Dubai International Airport and opposite to Dubai Creek Golf & Yacht Club, the 5* City Centre Hotel & Residence managed by PULLMAN has a direct link to one of the largest mall in the region. The hotel ideal for both business travelers and leisure guests. The rooms are elegant with King beds, a working desk, complimentary bottle of water, newspaper, mini-bar, in-room safe, High Speed Internet, 24 hour room svc, bathrobe, hair dryer and satellite TV.
Note Rates are inclusive of taxes and breakfast Rates are in US Dollars, per room, per night
Cancellation policies A minimum of 3 nights stay is required. A cancellation fee of 5% of the total amount paid will be charged if rooms are cancelled before 11 November 2011. Cancellations received between 11 November and 27 December 2011 will be charged at 50% from the total amount. Cancellations received after 27 December 2011 will be charged 100% from the total amount. No shows, early departures will be charged for the full length of stay.
NOVOTEL DEIRA CITY CENTRE 4*
The Novotel Deira City Centre is a 4 star hotel located in the heart of the historic part of the city, opposite the Deira City Centre shopping mall and within the business and commercial district of Port Saeed. The hotel is only 5 min from Dubai Intl Airport. The hotel has an international and regional restaurant, fully licensed bars and an outdoor temperature controlled swimming pool. The rooms are modern and spacious with king size bed, en suite bath/shower, sofa bed, large ergonomic work area, 26 LCD TV with pay movies and internet access, broadband connection, hair dryer, mini-bar, tea/coffee. The room can accommodate up to 2 adults and 2 children. No twin rooms available.
Hotel exterior Standard room Swimming pool
Note Rates are inclusive of taxes and breakfast Rates are in US Dollars, per room, per night
Cancellation policies A minimum of 3 nights stay is required. A cancellation fee of 5% of the total amount paid will be charged if rooms are cancelled before 11 November 2011. Cancellations received between 11 November and 27 December 2011 will be charged at 50% from the total amount. Cancellations received after 27 December 2011 will be charged 100% from the total amount. No shows, early departures will be charged for the full length of stay.
RIHAB ROTANA HOTEL 4* Hotel exterior Standard room Restaurant
Note Rates are inclusive of taxes and breakfast Rates are in US Dollars, per room, per night
Cancellation policies A minimum of 3 nights stay is required. A cancellation fee of 5% of the total amount paid will be charged if rooms are cancelled before 10January 2012. If rooms are cancelled between 10th to 25th January 2012, 2 nights will be charged. For cancellations received after 25th January 2012 full stay will be charged. No shows, early departures will be charged full length of stay.
CITY SEASON HOTEL 4 *
The 4* City Seasons Hotel is designed to extend a comfortable stay for each guest. The hotel is located just 5 minutes away from Dubai International Airport, on walking distance to City Centre Shopping mall. The hotel has 1 major restaurant, a 24 hours coffee shop and a fully equipped fitness centre and swimming pool. The rooms are decorated in neutral colors and have modern wood furnishings. They feature floor-to-ceiling windows with panoramic city views and include a flat-screen TV with satellite channels.
Note Rates are in US Dollars, per room, per night
Cancellation policies Any cancellations received before 10th January 2010 will have no cancellations fee. Cancellations received between 10th Jan and 28 Jan will be charged 2 nights stay. Cancellations received after 28th Jan 2012 will be charged full stay. No shows, early departures will be charged full length of stay.
IBIS DEIRA CITY CENTRE 3*
Hotel exterior Standard room Restaurant
Note Rates are inclusive of taxes and breakfast Rates are in US Dollars, per room, per night
Cancellation policies A minimum of 3 nights stay is required. A cancellation fee of 5% of the total amount paid will be charged if rooms are cancelled before 11 November 2011. Cancellations received between 11 November and 27 December 2011 will be charged at 50% from the total amount. Cancellations received after 27 December 2011 will be charged 100% from the total amount. No shows, early departures will be charged for the full length of stay.
Cancellation of Accommodation All changes/cancellations must be received in writing by fax or email to MICE International. Please do not contact the hotel directly. Late arrival /early departure fee: If you arrive late or during the night, please note that you have to book one night earlier and in advance as check in time is 14.00hrs. In the event of non-arrival, the hotel will automatically release the reservation and full payment will be non-refundable. VISA People of all nationalities may get a Visa to enter UAE. The validity is for 14 days from the date of issuance and its duration of stay is 14 days from the day of entry. Nationalities from the following countries will get the visa on arrival at the airport.
Western Europe: France, Great Britain, Italy, Germany, Holland, Belgium, Luxembourg, Switzerland, Austria, Sweden, Norway, Denmark, Portugal, Ireland, Greece, Finland, Spain, Monaco, Vatican City, Iceland, Andora, San Marino, Liechtenstein. America: USA Oceania: Australia, New Zealand. Asia: Japan, Brunei, Singapore, Malaysia, Hong Kong, South Korea. GCC: Golf Cooperation Council Countries like Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Bahrain, Oman, Kuwait.
Countries that are not listed above require visas.
Procedure: o Only those who reserve a hotel room are eligible to apply for a UAE visa through MICE International. o Each applicant needs to fill in a visa column on the booking page. Our consultants will contact you once visa application is received. o In addition to the Visa application form, a colored copy of your passport's information page is required including the passport's expiry date page as well as a clear color photograph of dimensions 4.3 cm x 5.5 cm is also required. The photograph should be in JPG format o Processing of Visas will begin the next working day after receiving the application. o The application takes 48 hours to complete (excluding weekends) from the date of the application. However this is subject to the Issuing Committee. o The Visa fee is USD 124 which is payable on-line.
Visa Cancellation Policy: No refund will be granted for any visa once visa is issued. No refund will be granted if a visa is denied by the Emigration Authorities.
Important notes: o The passport must be valid for a minimum 6 months prior to travel. o The visa issuance is subject to approval by Department of Security. o The Bearer of a Visa permit is not allowed to work, paid or unpaid. o If the guest exceeds the limit of the Visa duration, a penalty will be imposed on the guest by the immigration authority at the time of their exit. MICE International will debit a fine of USD 1,505 per Visa application if this occurs.
Please note that the below Tours are organized exclusively for the participants of 1st Biotechnology World Congress on 13th, 14th and 15th January 2012.
DUBAI CITY TOUR - Old & New Dubai Duration: 4 hours Timings: 09:30am to 01:30pm Price: USD 37 per person
Discover the new
and old Dubai. Our route takes us to some of Dubai's beautiful landmarks.
BBQ DESERT SAFARI Duration: 7 hours Timings: 3.00pm to 10.00pm Price: USD 44 per person
Desert Safari - full of fun adventure and exciting where you experience the thrill of a roller coaster ride on the sand dunes. We stop on the highest sand dune to view the beautiful sunset for some breathtaking photographs and refresh your selves with mineral water. We then continue our journey to our Bedouin Campsite located in the heart of the Desert, where soft drink, water, tea or coffees are available for you to choose from. Camel rides waits for you. Trial of local smoking called Shisha or Hubbly Bubbly on different flavors. While you relax and recline in the tents or tables with carpet and pillows a delicious BBQ is being prepared under the starlit sky. Adding to the atmosphere of the night, an enchanting belly dancer shows a fascinating dance to a rhythm of an Arabic music, thereafter BBQ buffet dinner will be served.
DHOW CRUISE Duration: 2 hours Timings: 8.00pm to 10.00pm Price: USD 36 per person
Dinner while on a dhow cruise in Dubai gives you a chance to a fantastic all-round experience that involves UAE sightseeing, culture and cuisine under one roof. While you float on placid waters you can view life in Dubai city as it bustles on the shore, enjoy a delicious meal and listen to the strains of lilting Arabian melodies.
AQUAVENTURE WATER PARK
Timings: Full Day Price: USD 55 per person
Located at the Atlantis Hotel, this extraordinary water park presents an exciting fusion of a water park and an aquarium. With a variety of water adventures and the wonders of aquatic life, this unique water park is truly worth a visit. Note: No transportation is arranged for this tour. Participants need to arrange their own transfers to the Atlantis hotel but taxis are available on standby at the hotels.
TOURS CANCELLATION
o If a booking is cancelled before 7 days of the service date no cancellation charges will apply and amount paid will be refunded in full. o If a booking is cancelled within 7 days of the service date, full cancellation charges will apply as per the amount paid. o Deadline for booking tours: one week in advance, after which reservations will be accepted on a case to case basis
Important Notes MICE
International and the Organizers shall not be responsible for and shall be
exempt from all liability in respect of any loss, damage, injury, accident,
delay or inconvenience to any persons, or his/her luggage or any other property
for any reason whatsoever, for any tourist services provided. Personal travel
and health insurance is recommended. |
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