FAQ'S

  • Q:

    Which hotel should I stay in?

    A:

    The ICA is working with MyPlanner, located Cape Town, who has negotiated special hotel rates for participants. Please click here for the list of hotels, rates, and information on how to book. Note that all participants are responsible for securing, booking, and paying for their own accommodation.

  • Q:

    How do I register to attend the event?

    A:

    Registration is now open. We have discounts for Group Bookings and special rates for ICA members and Youth (under 30 years of age on 1st November 2013).

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  • Q:

    How do I get from the airport to the hotel?

    A:

    The ICA is working with MyPlanner, located Cape Town, who has negotiated special transportation rates for participants. Please click here for the list of transport rates. Note that all participants are responsible for organising and booking their own local transport. There will also be an ICA welcome desk at the airport to assist participants.

  • Q:

    What are the working languages of the conference?

    A:

    Plenary sessions and breakout sessions on Sunday-Tuesday will be in English, French, Spanish and Russian.  Please click here for the working languages of the other meetings during the week.

  • Q:

    What are the registration fees and what do they include?

    A:

    The registration fees will be available in April. The registration fee includes the entrance fee for all meetings and events on the programme (unless otherwise specified), processing of registrations and registration materials, official documentation, and coffee breaks and lunches from 1-5 November (in the designated ICA conference break and lunch areas only).

  • Q:

    Do I need to get a visa to travel to South Africa?

    A:

    Visit our website at visas page for information on the countries that are required to get a visa. If you need a visa, you will need to register first, then fill out a visa request form, which will be available in April. Please contact the Embassy of South Africa in your country for the application form and other requirements. 

  • Q:

    I want to go on a tour. How do I book a tour package?

    A:

    We have arranged for special tour packages with MyPlanner. These packages are located at tours page. Note that all participants are responsible for organising and booking their own tours.

  • Q:

    Are there any general recommendations that I need to be aware of when travelling to South Africa?

    A:

    Please consult the website of your country’s government (normally the Ministry of Foreign Affairs) for travel warnings and notices.

  • Q:

    Will I be able to get vegetarian, kosher, halal, and other special meals specific to my diet restrictions?

    A:

    The conference centre is certified halal and all meals will have a variety of options for various diet restrictions.

  • Q:

    How do I get to Cape Town?

    A:

    Cape Town has an international airport with direct flights from many cities around the world: http://www.capetown.travel/content/page/general-flight-information

    If you wish to go on a safari before or after the conference, please review the tour options available at tours page. If you wish to go to places such as to Kruger National Park or Victoria Falls, please contact MyPlanner for advice on your travel arrangements as you may need to fly into Johannesburg or another city for easier access.

    Note that all transport costs are to be borne by the participants.

  • Q:

    How can I arrange meetings with other Co-operators?

    A:

    Please visit our C2C page at network page which will provide you with information and various opportunities to meet with Co-operators.