Human Genome and Health
The First International Conference in Georgia
19-20 May, 2018
Courtyard Marriott, Tbilisi, Georgia
Conference Venue
Courtyard Marriott
4 freedom square
Tbilisi 0105 Georgia
Website: http://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/tbscy-courtyard-tbilisi/
Certificate of Attendance
Certificates of attendance will be issued at the registration desk.
The Currency and Banking
The currency in Georgia is Georgian Lari (GEL). As for February 2018, the exchange rate of GEL is: 1 USD – 2.46 GEL; 1 EUR – 3.04 GEL. Banks are open from 10:00 through 17:00 from Monday to Saturdays. All banks provide 24-hour cash machines, which accept most credit cards, such as Visa, MasterCard, Maestro or American Express. The plentiful Exchange Offices are available throughout the city.
Climate and time
The average temperature in Tbilisi in May is 20-24°C. A raincoat or umbrella for frequent shower will be useful. The time zone in Georgia is GMT+4.
Credit Cards
Only large hotels, restaurants and stores accept credit cards. So, it's recommended that visitors carry cash in the form of Georgian Lari (Only Georgian Lari is accepted as a payment.) at all times for everyday expenses.
Electricity
The electrical current in Georgia is 220 V. Appliances designed to operate on 110V will require a transformer.
Pharmacies
Prescription and non-prescription medicine is generally available at pharmacies 7 days a week. The majority of drug stores are open 24 hours a day and 7 days a week.
Shopping and Local Opening Hours
Shops are normally open from Monday to Saturday from 9:00/10:00 and close between 18:00 and 20:00. On Sundays, the majority of big stores are open at the same basis. The majority of large supermarkets are open 24 hours.
Visa
No visas are required for citizens of the USA, Russia, Canada, Japan, Israel, Switzerland and countries of the European Union to travel to Georgia for up to 90 days. A valid passport is needed. Citizens of other countries can obtain Georgian entry visas at Georgian Embassies and Consulates in their countries. The citizens can obtain Georgian entry visas at the consular-visa services located at the Tbilisi airport.
Air Travel
There are international airports in Tbilisi, Kutaisi and Batumi.
Safety and security
Crime
Crime levels are low. But there have been incidents of pick pocketing and burglary.
Telephone calls
The country code of Georgia is 995 and the area code for Tbilisi is 32.
Drinking water
The tap water in Tbilisi can be used without concern.
Tourist Information Centers
Website of the Tbilisi Tourism: https://places.georgia.travel/?lang=eng