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PARTICIPANT INFORMATION
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Event name:
The 2nd International Conference on Network Applications, Protocols and
Services 2010 (NETAPPS2010)
Event location:
Holiday Villa Hotel & Suites, Alor Setar,
Kedah Darul Aman, Malaysia.
Event date:
22 - 23 September 2010
Event secretariat:
The event is organized by the InterNetWorks Research Group at the
Universiti Utara Malaysia. For any information regarding the event, participants
may contact:
Secretariat
International Conference on Networks Applications,
Protocols and Services 2010,
c/o Office of the Assistant Vice Chancellor,
Economics
Building,
UUM College
of Arts and Sciences,
Universiti Utara Malaysia,
06010 UUM Sintok,
Kedah Darul Aman,
MALAYSIA
Tel: +604 -
928 3501 / 4768
Fax: +604 - 928 5751
Email: secretariat@internetworks.my
Working languages of the event
The event will be conducted in English.
Travel and accommodation arrangements
a. Airports and transfer information
The local airport is Alor
Setar airport (airport code: AOR), in the northern tip of Peninsular Malaysia.
Participants arriving at the Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) need to
arrange their connecting flight to Alor Setar (AOR). The conference venue is
located some 15 minutes away, by taxi, north of the airport. (Taxi fare around
USD20).
Participants may also travel via Bangkok International Airport
(BKK) to Hat Yai International Airport (HDY) in the southern part of Thailand.
The conference venue is located some 60 minutes away, by taxi, south of the
airport, crossing the Malaysia-Thai border. (Taxi fare is around USD40).
b. Immigration requirements
All visitors to Malaysia must have a valid passport and visa.
Participants should obtain appropriate entry visas to Malaysia from the
diplomatic or consular mission of the Government of Malaysia at their point of
origin or en route to Malaysia. Participants are advised to consult with
Malaysian Embassy or consular missions regarding visa requirements or visit the
website http://www.imi.gov.my/
c. Hotel accommodations
Accommodation for participants can be reserved at the various hotel
in Alo Setar, Kedah, MALAYSIA.
Daily room rates range from RM150 to RM350.
Hotels in Alor Setar are listed below:
Holiday
Villa Hotel & Suites Alor Star
Jalan Tunku Ibrahim, Alor Setar, Kedah Darul Aman, Malaysia.
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Phone : (60
4) 7349 999
Facsimile : (60 4) 7341 199
Web: http://www.holidayvillaalorstar.com/index.html
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Hotel Grand
Crystal Kedah
40, Jalan Kampung Perak, 05100 Alor Setar, Kedah Darul Aman,
Malaysia.
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Phone : (60 4) 7313 333
Facsimile : (60 4) 7316 368
Web: http://www.ghihotels.com.my/
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StarCity Hotel
No. 88, Jalan Pintu Sepuluh, 05100 Alor Star, Kedah, Malaysia.
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Phone : (60
4) 7355 888
Facsimile : (60 4) 7355 999
Web: http://www.starcity.com.my
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SENTOSA
REGENCY HOTEL
250A-F, Jalan Putra, 05100 Alor Star, Kedah Darul Aman, Malaysia.
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Phone : (60
4) 7303 999
Facsimile : (60 4) 7308 999
Web: http://www.sentosaregencyhotel.com.my
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The Regency
Lot 134-141, Jalan Sultan Badlishah, 05000 Alor Setar, Kedah Darul Aman,
Malaysia. |
Phone : (60 4)
7335 917
Facsimile : (60 4) 7335 263
Web: https://www.theregency.com.my/AlorStar/homeAS.htm |
d. Other Information
Local climate
Tropical climate with warm weather all year round. Temperatures in
Northern Malaysia range from 21ºC (70ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF). Annual rainfall varies
from 2,000mm to 2,500mm.
Smoking
Smoking is restricted to designated smoking areas only.
Time
Eight hours ahead of GMT and 16 hours ahead of U.S. Pacific
Standard Time.
Electricity
Voltage is 220 - 240 volts AC at 50 cycles per second. Standard
3-pin square plugs and sockets.
Weights and measures
Malaysia follows the metric system in weights and measures.
Currency and foreign exchange
The unit of currency is Malaysian Ringgit indicated as RM. USD1 is
roughly equivalent to RM3.40. Foreign currency can be converted at banks and
money changers.
Banks and banking hours
Several commercial banks are operating in Alor Setar, namely the Maybank
Berhad, CIMB Bank, RHB Bank and Bank Simpanan Nasional. Banking hours are Mon - Fri:
9.30am to 4.30pm. Sat & Sun: Closed.
Airline reservations
Malaysia Airlines (http://www.mas.com.my), AirAsia (http://www.airasia.com.my)
and Firefly (http://www.fireflyz.com.my/) fly regularly to Alor Setar. A number of other international airlines operate
regular services to and from Malaysia. Participants are advised to confirm their
bookings for return/onward travel prior to their departure for or on arrival in
Malaysia.
Internet and e-mail services
The Internet service, using WiFi hotspots, is available at the
event location.
Laptop/notebook computers
Some technical breakout sessions will require access to
laptop/notebook computers. As the secretariat will not be providing any laptops
for delegates, please be sure to bring your own if you require access to a
computer.
Dress code
The dress code for the conference and evening functions is smart
casual. Please note that comfortable sports attire is required for the
recreational activities.
Medical services
First-aid and medical services are available at the University
Health Center for 24 hours. Please contact the Event Secretariat for assistance.
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