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Frequently Asked Questions A <strong>to</strong> ZAAc<strong>com</strong>modationsC<strong>an</strong> I extend my stay at the hotel or arrive early?If you w<strong>an</strong>t <strong>to</strong> extend your stay above <strong>an</strong>d beyond the dates offered through the registration system,<strong>please</strong> <strong>send</strong> <strong>an</strong> <strong>email</strong> <strong>to</strong> <strong>iotwfhousingsupport@external</strong>.<strong>cisco</strong>.<strong>com</strong>Please do NOT contact the hotel directly as they will not have a record of your reservation due <strong>to</strong> thisbeing part of a group booking.Attend<strong>an</strong>ceWho is invited <strong>to</strong> this event?Invitees include business <strong>an</strong>d global thought leaders from across industries, technologies, <strong>an</strong>dgeographies who are passionate about igniting innovation <strong>an</strong>d accelerating the adv<strong>an</strong>cement of theInternet of Things for their org<strong>an</strong>izations <strong>an</strong>d society as a whole.If I am interested but didn’t receive <strong>an</strong> invitation, c<strong>an</strong> I be considered for attend<strong>an</strong>ce?If you did not receive <strong>an</strong> invitation <strong>an</strong>d are interested in attending, submit your information forconsideration through the “Refer a Colleague” but<strong>to</strong>n on the homepage of the forum website.C<strong>an</strong> I bring my children <strong>to</strong> the forum?No. Children are not permitted at the event.BBadgesWhere <strong>an</strong>d when will I pick up my badge?Badges will be available for collection onsite at the registration desk at the Hotel Arts. Registration hoursare listed below:• Monday 28 Oc<strong>to</strong>ber: 13:00-21:00• Tuesday 29 Oc<strong>to</strong>ber: 07:00-18:00• Wednesday 30 Oc<strong>to</strong>ber: 07:30-18:00• Thursday 31 Oc<strong>to</strong>ber: 07:30-14:00CC<strong>an</strong>cellation (event)If I need <strong>to</strong> c<strong>an</strong>cel my event attend<strong>an</strong>ce, whom do I contact?Please <strong>send</strong> <strong>an</strong> <strong>email</strong> <strong>to</strong> support@iotwfbarcelona.<strong>com</strong>.C<strong>an</strong>cellation (hotel)If I need <strong>to</strong> c<strong>an</strong>cel my hotel reservation, whom do I contact?Please <strong>send</strong> <strong>an</strong> <strong>email</strong> with your c<strong>an</strong>cellation details <strong>to</strong> <strong>iotwfhousingsupport@external</strong>.<strong>cisco</strong>.<strong>com</strong>..C<strong>an</strong>celation Policy – Hotel BedroomsCredit card details will be collected in order <strong>to</strong> guar<strong>an</strong>tee your ac<strong>com</strong>modation. Your credit card detailswill be s<strong>to</strong>red securely <strong>an</strong>d legally <strong>an</strong>d <strong>an</strong>y c<strong>an</strong>cellation penalties will only be fully authorised in case youc<strong>an</strong>cel late or do not show at the event.


In the event that you need <strong>to</strong> c<strong>an</strong>cel your attend<strong>an</strong>ce at the event, <strong>please</strong> ensure that you inform theIOTWF Event Team in writing no later th<strong>an</strong> Monday 16th September. To c<strong>an</strong>cel your hotel booking,<strong>please</strong> <strong>email</strong>: <strong>iotwfhousingsupport@external</strong>.<strong>cisco</strong>.<strong>com</strong>.If you c<strong>an</strong>cel your attend<strong>an</strong>ce after this date or do not register your attend<strong>an</strong>ce on-site, a c<strong>an</strong>cellation feecovering the cost of <strong>an</strong>y ac<strong>com</strong>modation booked will au<strong>to</strong>matically be deducted from your credit card <strong>an</strong>d<strong>an</strong> invoice will be sent <strong>to</strong> you.Car ParkingValet parking is available at the Hotel Arts at a charge of €35 per day.CateringBreakfast is included in your hotel room rate <strong>an</strong>d <strong>to</strong> be taken at your hotel. Refreshments <strong>an</strong>d Lunch willbe served for the duration of the event 29, 30 & 31 Oc<strong>to</strong>ber at the Hotel Arts. Lunch on 31 Oc<strong>to</strong>ber will bea boxed lunch that c<strong>an</strong> be taken <strong>to</strong> go immediately after the close of the event.Check in & Check out PolicyHotel Arts BarcelonaCheck In 1500hrsCheck Out 1200hrsIcaria BarcelonaCheck In 1500hrsCheck Out 1200hrsPullm<strong>an</strong> SkipperCheck In 1400hrsCheck Out 1200hrsCloakroomCloakroom will be provided, <strong>please</strong> follow the signs at registration.Contact UsAc<strong>com</strong>modationsIf you need further assist<strong>an</strong>ce, contact support@iotwfbarcelona.<strong>com</strong>.CurrencyLocal currency is Euro <strong>please</strong> refer <strong>to</strong> www.xe.<strong>com</strong> for currency rates.DDelegate listDue <strong>to</strong> data protection lists are unavailable at the event.Disabled FacilitiesPlease refer <strong>to</strong> the Hotel Arts website http://www.hotelartsbarcelona.<strong>com</strong>/, if you do have <strong>an</strong>y queries<strong>please</strong> contact, support@iotwfbarcelona.<strong>com</strong>.Dress CodeWhat is the attire for this event?Attire is business casual for the conference portion of the forum.


EEmergency telephone numberThe local emergency number in Barcelona is 112ExpensesWhat expenses are covered?Your registration includes: Tr<strong>an</strong>sportation <strong>to</strong> <strong>an</strong>d from activities associated with the forum. This includes tr<strong>an</strong>sportation <strong>to</strong><strong>an</strong>d from the hotels offered through the event registration system <strong>an</strong>d the Hotel Arts. Lunch will be provided Oc<strong>to</strong>ber 29–31 <strong>an</strong>d dinner on Oc<strong>to</strong>ber 30 for the invited attendee.Breakfast is included with the rate for the hotels offered through the registration system.Event LocationWhen <strong>an</strong>d where is the event being held?The Internet of Things World Forum will be held Oc<strong>to</strong>ber 29–31, 2013 at the Hotel Arts, in Barcelona,Spain. Please click here for information on the hotel http://www.hotelartsbarcelona.<strong>com</strong>/Event NameThe Internet of Things World ForumFFirst AidA provision of first aid facilities will be available at the Hotel Arts, <strong>please</strong> contact the help desk or <strong>an</strong>ymember of the event team for more information. There will also be a paramedic onsite during theduration of the event from 29, 30 & 31 Oc<strong>to</strong>ber.FilmingBy entering the premises of the event you agree <strong>to</strong> be pho<strong>to</strong>graphed <strong>an</strong>d recorded by me<strong>an</strong>s of film (takeor digital), that may be used currently (i.e. live) <strong>an</strong>d/or at a later date. You hereby gr<strong>an</strong>t the org<strong>an</strong>izers<strong>an</strong>d associated <strong>com</strong>p<strong>an</strong>ies the right <strong>to</strong> use <strong>an</strong>d <strong>to</strong> permit other <strong>to</strong> use your name, voice <strong>an</strong>d likeness, adall or part of the pho<strong>to</strong>graphs <strong>an</strong>d/or recording of <strong>an</strong>y type make of your appear<strong>an</strong>ce in all mediaworldwide in perpetuity. You warr<strong>an</strong>t your rights <strong>to</strong> authorize such use.HHotelHow do I make ch<strong>an</strong>ges <strong>to</strong> <strong>an</strong> existing hotel reservation or c<strong>an</strong>cel my hotel reservation?Please log back in<strong>to</strong> your registration <strong>to</strong> amend your booking or contact<strong>iotwfhousingsupport@external</strong>.<strong>cisco</strong>.<strong>com</strong>.Will I be required <strong>to</strong> pay a deposit <strong>to</strong> secure my room?No deposits will be requiredIInformation DeskRegistration & Information Desk at the Hotel Arts hours:• Monday 28 Oc<strong>to</strong>ber: 13:00-21:00• Tuesday 29 Oc<strong>to</strong>ber: 07:00-18:00• Wednesday 30 Oc<strong>to</strong>ber: 07:30-18:00• Thursday 31 Oc<strong>to</strong>ber: 07:30-14:00


Internet provisionWifi will be available at the event, for information on internet provision in your hotel <strong>please</strong> ask at checkin.LLost PropertyPlease contact the event help desk at Hotel Arts.Locationhttps://maps.google.<strong>com</strong>/maps/ms?vps=2&hl=en&ie=UTF8&oe=UTF8&msa=0&msid=202619673960255833037.0004de7c3ae267f20e372PPaymentYou will be responsible for flight, ac<strong>com</strong>modation <strong>an</strong>d airport tr<strong>an</strong>sfer costs. At check in at the hotel youwill be required <strong>to</strong> give your credit card information, all charges relating <strong>to</strong> your room will need <strong>to</strong> besettled at check out from the hotel.Personal ConfirmationCloser <strong>to</strong> the event <strong>an</strong>d once you have registered you will receive a personal confirmation <strong>email</strong> with allthe information you will need <strong>to</strong> attend the event.RRegistrationHow c<strong>an</strong> I register for the event?The Internet of Things World Forum is <strong>an</strong> invitation-only event. If you received <strong>an</strong> invitation, follow theregistration guidelines provided. If you did not receive <strong>an</strong> invitation <strong>an</strong>d are interested in attending, submityour information for consideration through the “Refer a Colleague” but<strong>to</strong>n on the homepage of the forumwebsite.I registered for the event, but I did not receive a confirmation. Whom do I contact?


Contact support@iotwfbarcelona.<strong>com</strong>.I am having difficulties processing my registration. Whom do I contact for support?Contact support@iotwfbarcelona.<strong>com</strong>.I forgot my password. How c<strong>an</strong> it be reset?Contact support@iotwfbarcelona.<strong>com</strong> or click “forgot password” on the login screen.I registered for sessions, but now I w<strong>an</strong>t <strong>to</strong> make a ch<strong>an</strong>ge. How c<strong>an</strong> the ch<strong>an</strong>ge be made?You may remove a session by clicking that session on your schedule <strong>an</strong>d pressing the red “x.”If you would like <strong>to</strong> add a new session that conflicts with something on your schedule, you may go ahead<strong>an</strong>d add the session, <strong>an</strong>d the system will ask you if you would like <strong>to</strong> replace the session on yourschedule with the new desired session.SSecurityThere will be security provision which is appropriate <strong>to</strong> the attend<strong>an</strong>ce at the event.SponsorsI am interested in learning more about some of your event sponsors, Will there be <strong>an</strong> opportunity onsite?Yes. All of our event sponsors will have a presence in the exhibi<strong>to</strong>r showcase area. Platinum sponsorswill also have private meeting rooms.Spouse/PartnerC<strong>an</strong> I bring my spouse/partner <strong>to</strong> the forum?You are wel<strong>com</strong>e <strong>to</strong> bring your spouse/partner <strong>to</strong> Barcelona; however, the conference program is forinvited attendees only.Tours – Spouse/PartnerActivity <strong>an</strong>d <strong>to</strong>ur packages will be available for a fee throughout the event. More information will beavailable soon on the event website site.C<strong>an</strong> I bring my children <strong>to</strong> the forum?No. Children are not permitted at the event.TTime ZonesBarcelona is on CET (Central Europe<strong>an</strong> Time) this is +1hr ahead of GMT, +9hrs ahead of PST (PacificSt<strong>an</strong>dard Time) <strong>an</strong>d -6hrs behind SGT (Singapore Time).Tr<strong>an</strong>sfersAirport Tr<strong>an</strong>sfersNo tr<strong>an</strong>sfer will be provided from the airport <strong>to</strong> your hotel. Attendees are responsible for their owntr<strong>an</strong>sfers.Tr<strong>an</strong>sfers during the EventIf you have booked a hotel offered through the registration site, there will be a schedule of tr<strong>an</strong>sfersrunning <strong>to</strong> <strong>an</strong>d from the Hotel Arts. Tr<strong>an</strong>sportation will also be provided <strong>to</strong> <strong>an</strong>d from the gala dinner.WWeatherWhat is the weather like in Barcelona in late Oc<strong>to</strong>ber?


Barcelona, Spain is beautiful in Oc<strong>to</strong>ber. Temperatures are generally mild, with <strong>an</strong> average temperatureof 24 Celsius <strong>an</strong>d 75 Fahrenheit. Because weather is unpredictable, you should <strong>com</strong>e prepared forinclement weather.VVoltage230 V, 50 Hz - two-pin Europe<strong>an</strong> style plugs <strong>please</strong> bring <strong>an</strong>y relev<strong>an</strong>t adapter with youVisaNot required by all EU, US, Australi<strong>an</strong> & C<strong>an</strong>adi<strong>an</strong> passport holders, for further information onrequirements <strong>please</strong> contact your local embassy.

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