INFORMATION - LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND
Liverpool
Liverpool is known the world over for its strong maritime history, well-documented musical heritage, and sporting heroes. There are so many tangible reasons to visit this City.
With it's success as European Capital of Culture in 2008 Liverpool has shown the world the best of its creative thinking and interesting cultural attractions. It has more than its fair share of landmarks and is one of the few cities to have two cathedrals, the Anglican and Metropolitan, which are linked by the appropriately named 'Hope Street'.
Liverpool is the birthplace of The Beatles with an estimated 600,000 people visiting the City each year just for The Beatles. It is also the World Capital of Pop according to the Guinness Book of Records. It was also designated a World Heritage City by UNESCO in July 2004, placing the City's famous Waterfront alongside Stonehenge and the Great Wall of China as one of the world's most important places.
The City was built on trade - gaining a great deal of its architecture and cosmopolitan spirit from the sea captains, merchants and entrepreneurs of the 18th and 19th centuries, from its role as a launch-pad to the 'New World' of North America, and its place at the heart of industries such as ship building on the Wirral and glass production in St Helens.
The Waterfront is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and walking along the city centre parades, it is easy to see why. Added to the mix of these trade related icons are the new developments - a Cruise Liner Terminal, that welcomes some of the largest cruise vessels in the world; The Liverpool Echo Arena and BT Convention Centre, where leading names in music, sport and show business can perform for thousands, and the New Museum of Liverpool (opening 2010), telling the story of the city and the way it has influenced the world around it in a brand new landmark building.
Airport Information
For many delegates Manchester airport will be the most accessible and is only a 40 minute transfer from the city by taxi. Liverpool John Lennon Airport is located 7 miles from Liverpool City Centre, adjacent to the River Mersey. The journey time to the city is approximately 25 minutes depending on traffic.
Business Hours
Banks : Monday to Friday 09:00 to 17:00 hrs
Shops : Most shops are open in Liverpool seven days a week. Whilst trading hours vary, general opening hours are 09:00 to 17:30 (10:00 - 16:00 on Sundays) however the large shopping centres and department stores are usually open until 18:00 on weekdays.
Climate
The average temperatures in Liverpool in March are :
High = 50°F/10°C
Low = 39°F/4°C
Credit Cards
Major credit cards and travellers cheques are widely accepted in hotels, restaurants and shops.
Dietary Requirements
Please ensure that you inform the PTMG Event Team of any dietary requirements (allergies etc) when you
register on the website. Unless we are notified before your trip we cannot guarantee any special meals.
Disabled Access
Please ensure that you inform the PTMG Event Team of any disability or medical requirements when
you register on the website and suitable arrangements will be made for you.
Electrical Current
The electrical supply in the UK is 240 volts, 50/60 Hz, using 3 pin plugs as standard. Please remember to
bring your travel adapters with you if required.
Emergency
To make an emergency call to either the police, ambulance or fire services dial 999. This call is free from all
public pay phones but should only be made in case of serious emergency.
Health Requirements
No vaccinations are currently required for the UK.
We advise you to contact your doctor to discuss any personal requirements. If you require special medicine,
you should bring sufficient qualities to cover the duration of your stay since it cannot be guaranteed that the
same medicine is available locally under the same brand name.
Hospital
If you need a doctor, please contact the hotel reception for recommendation.
In an emergency please do not hesitate to contact a member of the PTMG Event Team for any
assistance.
Passports and Visas
If you are a EU, American, Canadian, Australian, New Zealand or Irish citizen, you do not require a visa to
enter the UK but need to hold a valid passport. South Africans required both a valid passport and a visa.
Note : If a Visa is not required, travellers should hold a return or onward ticket or proof of funds for the
duration of stay. Passports must be valid for the period of intended stay in the UK; nationals of the EU
require a passport valid on arrival.
Smoking
Smoking in all public places is now banned in the UK. Please ensure you use designated smoking areas
provided.
Taxis
Taxis are usually black in colour, although some are painted in yellow. The fare is shown on the taximeter.
In some cases, such as transfers between the airport and the city, prices can be pre negotiated. This is at
the drivers discretion.
Tipping is at the passengers discretion and is usually up to 5-10% or round the amount up to the nearest
pound.
The concierge at your hotel will also be able to assist you with any transfer requirements that you may have.
Time Difference
The local time in Liverpool is GMT + 0:00
Tipping and Gratuities
Service is usually not included in restaurant bills. It is customary to leave at tip of about 10%
of the total.
Travel Insurance
Insurance is recommended to protect the conference fee and accommodation costs in the event of delegate
cancellation due to illness or other medical circumstances covered by the policy. Please make sure that the
insurance you select provided sufficient cover for the duration of your stay and includes both the dates you
depart from and return to your home country.
A FINAL NOTE
Grass Roots is the Registration Office for the PTMG conference in Liverpool. If you have any queries, or require further assistance, please contact one of the Registration Office via the below:
Office Hours: Monday - Friday 09.30 - 17.30 CET
Contact: Email : ptmg@delegate.com
Telephone : +44 (0) 1252 776321 Fax: +44 (0) 1252 776303
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