Language
The official language of the conference is English. Please note that no simultaneous interpretation will be provided.

Currency
The Dutch currency is EURO. Most hotels, restaurants and shops accept international credit cards.

Dress Code
The conference networking session/dinner requires tenue de ville, for all other occasions informal clothing.

Electricity
Electricity in the Netherlands is supplied at 220V-50Hz AC.

Passport and Visa
A valid passport is required for non-EU citizens for entry into the Netherlands and the EU. An identity card is sufficient for citizens of EU member states. Participants requiring a visa for entry to the Netherlands are strongly advised to make their application in their home countries at least two months before the intended date of travel. For special details please consult the Dutch consulate nearest to you.

Weather and Dress
The weather in the Netherlands in April is usually unpredictable. The average temperature is between 12-17°C/53-62°F. A raincoat or umbrella for occasional showers can be useful.

Badge
All participants, accompanying persons and exhibitors must wear the conference identification badge. Entrance to meeting halls, poster and exhibition area will not be permitted to any person without a badge.

Tourist Information
Maastricht is located in the south of the Netherlands, close to Liège and Aachen. It has a more southern, relaxed atmosphere than other parts of The Netherlands, and attracts many international tourists not only for its rich history (founded by the Romans) but also for its beauty. The city center is split in two by the river Meuse. The centre of the city is especially attractive, due to its wealth of historic buildings; some 1450 monuments are protected by law. Care is taken that both new and renovated buildings maintain the period atmosphere of their surroundings. Because of its heritage value, the whole of Maastricht city centre has been declared a 'protected area'. Visit the main square (Vrijthof) or the Market, and admire the beautiful Basilica of Saint Servatius, Basilica of Our Beloved Lady, O.L. Vrouweplein or the famous 'St. Pietersberg' caves, which are the result of centuries of excavation of marl, a building stone, resulting in an enormous labyrinth of more than 20,000 passages. Of course, there are many opportunities to just relax, shop in one of many small streets with nice tourist shops and little pubs. No other Dutch city has so many bars per square kilometer!

VVV Maastricht - Tourist Office
Het Dinghuis
Kleine Staat 1
6211 ED Maastricht
Tel.: +31 (0)43-325 21 21
Fax.: +31 (0)43-321 37 46
Internet: www.visitmaastricht.nl

Liability
Upon registration, participants agree that neither the Organizing Committee not the Conference Management assume any liability. Participants should therefore organize their own health and travel insurance.

Disclaimer
The International Meeting on early intervention for Knee Arthritis (IMUKA) and/or its agents have the right for any reason beyond their control to alter or cancel, without prior notice, the Meeting or any of the arrangements, timetables, plans or other items relating directly or indirectly to the International Meeting on early intervention for Knee Arthritis (IMUKA). The International Meeting on early intervention for Knee Arthritis (IMUKA) shall not be liable for any loss, damage, expenditure or inconvenience caused as a result of such alteration or cancellation.