6th International Forum on Mood and Anxiety Disorders

The “6th International Forum on Mood and Anxiety Disorders” will be held at the Hotel Hilton Vienna, Am Stadtpark, from November 29th to December 1st, 2006.

AIRPORT AND TRANSPORT
How to get to Vienna.

• By Air:
Vienna International Airport is located 19 Km from the city centre and 25 km from the Hotel Hilton Vienna, Am Stadtpark. The hotel and congress venue is directly connected to the Vienna International Airport with the CAT (City Airport Train). The CAT stops next to the hotel.

Departures: every half hour - Price: 8 Euro single, 15 Euro return.

Tickets can be booked and printed out directly on the CAT homepage: www.cityairporttrain.com or purchased from ticket machines, available in the baggage claim area.

Airport Limousine Transfer Service (guaranteed rate 40 Euro): You could make your reservation at the Reception Desk in the Hotel Hilton Vienna, Am Stadtpark.

Taxi: Travelling time from the airport via the A4/A23/A22 motorway link to the Austria Centre Vienna is approximately 25 minutes.

Useful numbers:
Vienna International Airport:
Infoline +43 7007 22233 (24 hours)
www.viennaairport.com

• By Train/rail:
There are international services from most Central and Eastern European capitals.
Trains from Western part of Europe arrive at the Westbahnhof (West Station).
Trains from Southern and Eastern Europe generally arrive at the Südbahnhof (South Station).
Smaller train stations are Wien Nord and Franz-Josef Bahnhof.

• By Road:
Austria has an excellent network of roads, with Autobahnen (motorways indicated by an 'A') between major centres and connection to the 'E' trans-European routes. Bundesstrassen (national roads) have a 'B' prefix.
Traffic drives on the right. Speed limits are 130kph (81mph) on motorways, 100kph (62mph) on main roads and 50kph (31mph) in built-up areas. Tolls are payable on a number of mountain roads, tunnels, motorways and main roads.
Toll stickers (Autobahnvignette), which must be attached to the windscreen, are available for purchase from tobacconists, border-crossing points, filling stations near the border and from automobile clubs ARBÖ and ÖAMTC.
Please pay attention to the short-term parking zones in the inner districts of Vienna!

IN VIENNA
• Subway, tram, bus: For public transportation the best ticket to use is the Vienna Card.
Tickets are available from tobacconists, advance sale ticket offices of the Vienna Transport Authority and from the machines in the subway stations, in trams and buses.

Ticket information: www.wiener-linien.at

Timetable information:
Rail: www.oebb.at
Bus:www.postbus.at

• Taxis: The fare is shown on officially calibrated meters.

- Day tariff (Mon-Sat 6-23), base fare: 2,50 Euro
- Night tariff (Mon-Sat 23-6), Sunday and holiday tariff (24 hours), base fare 2,60 Euro
- Radio taxi phone numbers: 31 300 - 60 160 - 40 100

Admission (Badges):
The participant's name badge will be provided at the registration desk. All participants are requested to wear the badge throughout the Congress. Only badge holders will be admitted to the appropriate sessions, exhibition and social events.

Bank and Exchange:
Banks are generally open from Monday to Friday, from 08.00 to 12.30 and from 13.30 to 15.00 (Thursday from 08.00 to 12.30 and from 13.30 to 17.00).
Most Austrian Banks have currency exchange facilities available during opening hours and change Traveller's cheques. Please ask about charges before changing money, these may vary considerably. Automated cash dispensers are located outside most banks, cash can be withdrawn there 24 hours a day.

Business hours and shopping:
Shopping hours are Monday to Friday 09.00-18.00 and Saturday 09.00-17.00.
Shops are closed on Sundays. Luxury shops and cafés for an elegant clientele can be found in the pedestrian zone of Vienna’s 1st district. Another well known shopping area is Mariahilferstrasse.
Visitors from non-EU countries should ask for VAT refunds when purchasing goods.

Climate:
Winter temperatures: 5,1° C and 63 sunshine hours.

Coffee breaks and Lunches:
During the Congress session breaks, coffee breaks and lunches are served free of charge to all registered participants, wearing Congress badges.

Commercial exhibition:
The Congress secretariat invites commercial organisations to take part in an exciting, highly informative and cutting edge exhibit. The exhibition will offer to delegates opportunities to learn, discuss and evaluate new and existing resources.
Exhibitors will be assured of a high visibility and the opportunity for direct access to clinicians and scientists who actively work in the psychiatric fields.

Credit Cards:
National and foreign Maestro cards as well as Mastercard, American Express, Visa and Diners are accepted. Credit cards are also accepted by numerous hotels, restaurants, shops and gas stations.

Currency:
The official currency in Austria is Euro.

Electricity:
The standard voltage in Austria is 220 V. The Austrian network supply a frequency of 50Hz. Plugs are continental-style two-pins.

Insurance:
The Congress organizers cannot accept liability for personal injuries sustained, or for loss or damage to property belonging to Congress participants and accompanying persons, either during or as a result of the Congress. Registration does not include insurance. It is strongly recommended that you take an insurance policy of your choice as you register for the Congress and book your travel.
The insurance should be purchased in your country of origin.

Language:
The official language of the Congress is English. No simultaneous translation will be provided.

Letter of Invitation:
The Congress Secretariat will be pleased to send letters of invitation to any individual making such a request. A letter of invitation often facilitates the procedure of obtaining a Visa. Please note that the letter is not a commitment on the part of the congress to provide any financial support.

Mobile phones:
Delegates are kindly requested to keep their mobile phones in off position in the Room where the scientific sessions will be held.

Secretariat Desk
The secretariat desk will open on Wednesday, November 29th, 2006 and stay open all through the Congress. Opening hours are as follows:

• Wednesday, November 29, 2006.......11h00 - 20h00
• Thursday, November 30, 2006..........08h00 - 18h00
• Friday, December 1, 2006................08h00 - 16h00

Smoking Policy:
The 6th International Forum on Mood and Anxiety Disorders wishes to be a non-smoking congress.

Tips:
Service is usually included in the prices in bars and restaurants, but tips are welcome.

Visa:
Passport-holders from countries in Western Europe as well as from North America and Australia will not need a visa to enter Austria. For some nationalities, visas can be issued at the airport in Vienna upon arrival. Others may have to apply before. If in doubt, please check with your nearest Austrian embassy, consulate (www.austria.org) or your airline.
Delegates can request assistance to the Organizing Secretariat PUBLI CRÉATIONS.

Useful Telephone Numbers:
• Ambulance and Emergency Services .......................... 144
• Emergency Doctor .....................................................141
• Euro Emergency number ............................................112
• Police .......................................................................133
• Fire department .........................................................122
• Night and weekend dental services ....................5 12 20 78
• Pharmacies open nights and Sunday ..........................1550


	GENERAL INFORMATION

		The “6th International Forum on Mood and Anxiety Disorders” will be held at the Hotel Hilton Vienna, Am Stadtpark, from November 29th to December 1st, 2006. AIRPORT AND TRANSPORT How to get to Vienna. • By Air: Vienna International Airport is located 19 Km from the city centre and 25 km from the Hotel Hilton Vienna, Am Stadtpark. The hotel and congress venue is directly connected to the Vienna International Airport with the CAT (City Airport Train). The CAT stops next to the hotel. Departures: every half hour - Price: 8 Euro single, 15 Euro return. Tickets can be booked and printed out directly on the CAT homepage: www.cityairporttrain.com or purchased from ticket machines, available in the baggage claim area. Airport Limousine Transfer Service (guaranteed rate 40 Euro): You could make your reservation at the Reception Desk in the Hotel Hilton Vienna, Am Stadtpark. Taxi: Travelling time from the airport via the A4/A23/A22 motorway link to the Austria Centre Vienna is approximately 25 minutes. Useful numbers: Vienna International Airport: Infoline +43 7007 22233 (24 hours) www.viennaairport.com • By Train/rail: There are international services from most Central and Eastern European capitals. Trains from Western part of Europe arrive at the Westbahnhof (West Station). Trains from Southern and Eastern Europe generally arrive at the Südbahnhof (South Station). Smaller train stations are Wien Nord and Franz-Josef Bahnhof. • By Road: Austria has an excellent network of roads, with Autobahnen (motorways indicated by an 'A') between major centres and connection to the 'E' trans-European routes. Bundesstrassen (national roads) have a 'B' prefix. Traffic drives on the right. Speed limits are 130kph (81mph) on motorways, 100kph (62mph) on main roads and 50kph (31mph) in built-up areas. Tolls are payable on a number of mountain roads, tunnels, motorways and main roads. Toll stickers (Autobahnvignette), which must be attached to the windscreen, are available for purchase from tobacconists, border-crossing points, filling stations near the border and from automobile clubs ARBÖ and ÖAMTC. Please pay attention to the short-term parking zones in the inner districts of Vienna! IN VIENNA • Subway, tram, bus: For public transportation the best ticket to use is the Vienna Card. Tickets are available from tobacconists, advance sale ticket offices of the Vienna Transport Authority and from the machines in the subway stations, in trams and buses. Ticket information: www.wiener-linien.at Timetable information: Rail: www.oebb.at Bus:www.postbus.at • Taxis: The fare is shown on officially calibrated meters. - Day tariff (Mon-Sat 6-23), base fare: 2,50 Euro - Night tariff (Mon-Sat 23-6), Sunday and holiday tariff (24 hours), base fare 2,60 Euro - Radio taxi phone numbers: 31 300 - 60 160 - 40 100 Admission (Badges): The participant's name badge will be provided at the registration desk. All participants are requested to wear the badge throughout the Congress. Only badge holders will be admitted to the appropriate sessions, exhibition and social events. Bank and Exchange: Banks are generally open from Monday to Friday, from 08.00 to 12.30 and from 13.30 to 15.00 (Thursday from 08.00 to 12.30 and from 13.30 to 17.00). Most Austrian Banks have currency exchange facilities available during opening hours and change Traveller's cheques. Please ask about charges before changing money, these may vary considerably. Automated cash dispensers are located outside most banks, cash can be withdrawn there 24 hours a day. Business hours and shopping: Shopping hours are Monday to Friday 09.00-18.00 and Saturday 09.00-17.00. Shops are closed on Sundays. Luxury shops and cafés for an elegant clientele can be found in the pedestrian zone of Vienna’s 1st district. Another well known shopping area is Mariahilferstrasse. Visitors from non-EU countries should ask for VAT refunds when purchasing goods. Climate: Winter temperatures: 5,1° C and 63 sunshine hours. Coffee breaks and Lunches: During the Congress session breaks, coffee breaks and lunches are served free of charge to all registered participants, wearing Congress badges. Commercial exhibition: The Congress secretariat invites commercial organisations to take part in an exciting, highly informative and cutting edge exhibit. The exhibition will offer to delegates opportunities to learn, discuss and evaluate new and existing resources. Exhibitors will be assured of a high visibility and the opportunity for direct access to clinicians and scientists who actively work in the psychiatric fields. Credit Cards: National and foreign Maestro cards as well as Mastercard, American Express, Visa and Diners are accepted. Credit cards are also accepted by numerous hotels, restaurants, shops and gas stations. Currency: The official currency in Austria is Euro. Electricity: The standard voltage in Austria is 220 V. The Austrian network supply a frequency of 50Hz. Plugs are continental-style two-pins. Insurance: The Congress organizers cannot accept liability for personal injuries sustained, or for loss or damage to property belonging to Congress participants and accompanying persons, either during or as a result of the Congress. Registration does not include insurance. It is strongly recommended that you take an insurance policy of your choice as you register for the Congress and book your travel. The insurance should be purchased in your country of origin. Language: The official language of the Congress is English. No simultaneous translation will be provided. Letter of Invitation: The Congress Secretariat will be pleased to send letters of invitation to any individual making such a request. A letter of invitation often facilitates the procedure of obtaining a Visa. Please note that the letter is not a commitment on the part of the congress to provide any financial support. Mobile phones: Delegates are kindly requested to keep their mobile phones in off position in the Room where the scientific sessions will be held. Secretariat Desk The secretariat desk will open on Wednesday, November 29th, 2006 and stay open all through the Congress. Opening hours are as follows: • Wednesday, November 29, 2006.......11h00 - 20h00 • Thursday, November 30, 2006..........08h00 - 18h00 • Friday, December 1, 2006................08h00 - 16h00 Smoking Policy: The 6th International Forum on Mood and Anxiety Disorders wishes to be a non-smoking congress. Tips: Service is usually included in the prices in bars and restaurants, but tips are welcome. Visa: Passport-holders from countries in Western Europe as well as from North America and Australia will not need a visa to enter Austria. For some nationalities, visas can be issued at the airport in Vienna upon arrival. Others may have to apply before. If in doubt, please check with your nearest Austrian embassy, consulate (www.austria.org) or your airline. Delegates can request assistance to the Organizing Secretariat PUBLI CRÉATIONS. Useful Telephone Numbers: • Ambulance and Emergency Services .......................... 144 • Emergency Doctor .....................................................141 • Euro Emergency number ............................................112 • Police .......................................................................133 • Fire department .........................................................122 • Night and weekend dental services ....................5 12 20 78 • Pharmacies open nights and Sunday ..........................1550



	LOCAL INFORMATION

		VIENNA´S SIGHTS There is much to see: From Gothic St. Stephen´s Cathedral to the Imperial Palace to the Art Nouveau splendour of the Secession, from the magnificent baroque palace Schönbrunn to the Museum of Fine Arts to modern architecture at the Museums Quartier. VIENNA´S MUSICAL EVENTS Enjoy the great sounds at the Vienna Staatsoper and the Volksoper. Be enchanted by hit musicals, enjoy music at the Musikverein and Konzerthaus concert halls. Look forward to evenings of great entertainment, hot rhythms and exciting beats. VIENNA´S NIGHTLIFE Numerous new bars and "Beisln" (pubs), some with entertainment, and other trendy places have been established during the past few years. The different nightlife scenes have "conquered" entire city neighbourhoods and revived others, such as the Gürtel. Whether it is in the bourgeois inner districts or the more suburban outer districts, one finds exciting nightlife all over the city. VIENNA´S CULINARY SPECIALITIES More so than anywhere else in Austria, Vienna has huge variety of places to eat and drink, from "Beisln", the Viennese version of a local pub, to upmarket restaurants. Vienna is, of course, also home of the "Kaffeehaus", and has by far the largest selection in the country. For more pleasant, atmospheric alfresco eating and drinking, you need to head off to one of the simple "Heurigen" - wine taverns - in the wine-making suburbs.