Dublin City

About the Host City

With Dublin’s vibrant arts, fast-growing foodie rep, 100-mile-an-hour nightlife and more top class bars than you can shake a shillelagh at, in the Fair City there’s adventure around every corner. No other city on the planet combines scabrous wit and genuine warmth to quite the same degree – and often in the same sentence.

Dubliners take a special pride in their city, and they’re not backward about coming forward when discussing how much it has to offer; looking for the best pint, the finest museum, the hippest gallery, the funkiest hangout in town? Just ask…you’ll get plenty of opinions.

With over 1.5 million inhabitants, the city’s colourful character is reflected in a smorgasbord of distinctive neighbourhoods. The River Liffey basically bisects the city into the ‘posh’ Southside and the ‘real Dublin’ Northside – with each area providing surprises aplenty, even for natives.

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The daily temperature in November is on average 8°C. There is a 60% chance of rain during November therefore it is recommended that you have an umbrella or light rain gear in mind when packing.

Dublin operates under Greenwich Mean Time (GMT)

Dublin has a busy city centre shopping area around Grafton Street and Henry Street. There is a huge range of products to bring home – from traditional Irish hand-made crafts to international designer labels. Shopping hours in general are from 9.00am to 6.00pm Monday to Saturday, with shops open until 8.00pm on Thursdays, and many shops open from 2.00pm – 6.00pm on Sunday. Dundrum Town Centre is a large shopping centre located in South Dublin. The LUAS Green Line serves Dundrum Town Centre from St. Stephens Green to Brides Glen. The Dundrum and Balally stops are only a few minutes-walk from the centre.

Value Added Tax (VAT) is charged at 23% on most goods. Cash back is the simplest and most widely used VAT refund service that issues cash refunds on departure for a handling fee. Ask for cash back form when you make your purchase.

The Conference Organising Committee or its agents will not be responsible for any medical expenses, loss or accidents incurred during the conference. Delegates are strongly advised to arrange their own personal insurance to cover medical and other expenses including accident or loss. Where a delegate has to cancel for medical reasons, the normal cancellation policy will apply. It is recommended that citizens from EU countries bring with them a current EHIC card.

A small tip is appreciated for good service. Restaurants, Pubs and Bars with table service, tip 10% – 12.5% off the bill, based on the quality of service. Tip cabs 10% and porters 60c per bag.

The currency in Ireland is the Euro.

Major credit cards are widely accepted.

Under Irish law smoking is not permitted in pubs, restaurants, hotel lobbies and all enclosed public buildings.

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Include jeans and casual wear. Smart attire is recommended for social events. Rain-wear, warm clothing and comfortable shoes are advised.

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