Transport

French taxi fares are based on time and distance travelled.
To book a taxi, call +33 5 56 74 95 00 or +33 5 56 29 10 25.

Excellent public transport facilities in Bordeaux : www.infotbc.com

Dress code

The following dress code is recommended :

• Conferences and workshops : business dress
• Welcome cocktail : smart-casual
• Gala dinner : cocktail dress
• Social events : smart-casual, with comfortable walking shoes for St Emilion excursion

Currency

Currency used in France is the Euro (EUR or €).

• Currency convertor

Telephone

For calls from abroad to France, dial +33 and the appropriate number (omitting the first 0).

Insurance

Participants are advised to take out appropriate travel and health insurance before departure.

Climate

The months of October and November are in the middle of European autumn. Average daytime temperatures range from 8°C to 16°C.

Time zone

At the time of the conference, Bordeaux will be 1 hour ahead of GMT.

Electricity

220 volts, 2-pin plugs.