Airport

Dublin Airport is the nearest airport to the conference location
http://www.dublinairport.com/FLIGHT-INFORMATION/

Directions from Dublin airport to the Ritz (40 minutes)

• From the airport follow the signs for the M50 southbound
• Continue along the M50 southbound for approximately 30 minutes, which becomes the N11 southbound for Wexford
• Take the exit marked R117 for Enniskerry and Powerscourt Gardens
• At the roundabout take the first exit, cross the N11 overpass, take the third exit at the next roundabout following for Enniskerry and Powerscourt Gardens 
• Stay in the left lane, take the first immediate exit and continue your approach to the village
• At the center of the village bear left and continue to follow for Powerscourt Gardens

Turn right into Powerscourt Gardens and follow the signs in the estate for The Ritz-Carlton, Powerscourt

Bus

Air Coach Service  www.aircoach.ie   €8 single or €14 return
This coach service operates throughout the country. This stops off at Bray village – you can take a taxi for €10 to the hotel- its located 15 minutes away- you will have to call Local taxi Numbers:

Bray Cabs : +353 1 2861111
Bray Town Taxis: +353 1 2860400
Murphys Cabs: +353 1 2860759

Car Hire

www.hertz.ie or www.avis.ie
Both are located at Dublin Airport

Train/DART

DART (Dublin Area Rapid Transit) is the suburban rail line running along the east coast of Dublin, from Malahide and Howth southwards as far as Greystones, Co Wicklow. You can connect to the regular train service for communities north of Dublin, right up to Belfast.

For general DART time tables click here
Bray Station is the nearest stop to the Conference Location- you can take a taxi from the station direct to the Ritz-Carlton in Enniskerry – see numbers below. There is a taxi point at the train station. For interconnections with urban rail click here

Taxi

Taxis from the airport to the conference venue are readily available outside the arrivals hall at Dublin Airport.  Ensure to only travel in a registered taxi- they will have their taxi license displayed on the dashboard.

For local Taxi numbers while at the conference in Wicklow call;
Bray Cabs : +353 1 2861111
Bray Town Taxis: +353 1 2860400
Murphys Cabs: +353 1 2860759

Parking

Parking at the Ritz-Carlton is complimentary

Visa & Passports

European Union citizens do not require a passport or visa to enter Ireland, but most carriers by air or sea require some form of identification with photograph (usually either a passport or National Identity Card). Visitors are advised to check what form of ID is required with the individual airline, tour operator or travel agent before travelling.

Visitors from other countries do require a passport, and it is wise to check with your travel operator whether your originating country requires a visa. Please contact us if you require a letter of invitation for a visa application.
For further details please visit
Department of Foreign Affairs website (http://www.dfa.ie/home/index.aspx?id=8777).

Climate

Mild and temperate (showers can occur any time of the year.) Summer temperatures range from 15-25 degrees C (60-75 F).  Visit Met Éireann for updated weather reports for Ireland.

Banks & Currency

Ireland uses the Euro (€).
Visa and Master Card are all widely accepted in pubs, shops and restaurants throughout the country.
Traveller's cheques can be cashed at most hotels and banks.
Bank Opening Hours - Mon, Tues & Fri 10.00-16.00; Wed 10.30-16.00; Thurs 10.00-17.00hr

Electricity

Electric Current: 240 Volts AV
Plug type: 3 large flat prong British type plug. BS1363 system.

Emergency Services

During the congress if you should require medical or emergency assistance

• While resident in your hotel, ensure to contact your hotel reception.
• During the conference  sessions if you require assistance, please alert a member of the congress staff.

Emergency numbers while in Ireland dial 999 from any public phone.
Enniskerry Police/Garda (while in Ireland) Tel +353 1 666 5750

The Irish Tourist Assistance Service while in Ireland www.itas.ie Tel 1890–365-700

Insurance

All conference attendees are advised to arrange private travel insurance. The conference organisers and committee accept no liability for personal accidents or damage to property while in attendance at the conference. The Organising Committee of Wiring the Brain 2011 reserves the right to amend and alter the conference programme and events without prior notice and accepts no liability as a result of such actions.

Shopping

General opening hours are Monday-Saturday from 10.00-18.00 with later opening hours on Thursday evenings. Some shops may open on Sunday from 13.00 to 18.00.

Smoking

Ireland has introduced a ban on smoking. Smoking is prohibited in public areas within Ireland including all bars, nightclubs and restaurants. If required you should enquire whether your accommodation bedroom is a smoking room if required. Please use the smoking areas designated outside venues.

Tipping

Tipping is a generally accepted practice in restaurants, bars, taxis and hotel porters. A service charge may be included in some restaurants and should be stated on the menu, but otherwise this is a discretionary item.

Telecommunications

Cell Phones
For international delegates, only digital phones with GSM subscriptions and a roaming agreement will work on the island of Ireland. Visitors should consult with their supplier before departure.
Networks widely available are O2, Vodafone and Meteor.