2. CONTENT THE CZECH REPUBLIC (INCLUDING FLIGHT CONNECTION) PRAGUE ( INCLUDING PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION) WHY PRAGUE, CZECH REPUBLIC? CONGRESS VENUES – PRAGUE CONGRESS CENTRE, FINANCIALS, ACCOMMODATION CONGRESS VENUES –CLARION CONGRESS HOTEL, FINANCIALS, ACCOMMODATION SOCIAL PROGRAMME LOCAL STAKEHOLDERS

4. THE CZECH REPUBLIC POPULATION: TOTAL AREA: CAPITAL: LANGUAGE: CLIMATE: TIME DIFERENCE: 10,5 million of inhabitants 78 866 km 2 Prague Czech (English, German) Geographically speaking, the Czech Republic is situated in a temperate zone, and there are four seasons of approximately all the same length. Winters are relatively mild (the average January temperature is -2 °C, 28,4 °F) and summers are not too hot (the average July temperature is 20 °C, 68 °F) Springs and autumn are wett seasons. The Central European Time (CET = GMT + 1) is valid in the Czech Republic. The Czech Republic uses summer and winter time, and the time of day is told using the 24-hour system.

5. The Czech republic is a landlocked country located in Central Europe. The country borders Poland to the northeast, Germany to the west, Austria to the south and Slovakia to the east. The Czech Republic has been a member of NATO since 1999, of the European Union since 2004 and a member of the Schengen Agreement since 2007. Thanks to its location at the crossroads of various cultures and thanks to its rich history the Czech Republic has countless cultural and historical points of interest. The country returned in year 1989 to the economic and political freedom of a democratic system. The Czech Republic and the Slovak Republic were founded on 1.1.1993 after the division of Czechoslovakia. THE CZECH REPUBLIC - INTRODUCTION

6. The Czech Republic is a safe destination in Europe and and on Earth at all. Not only big international events, but also ordinary tourists arrive to Prague and the Czech Republic and their stay here is always safe in all ways. Ideal location and easy access The Czech Republic is situated in the very centre of Europe. The Prague airport serves 43regular carriers and the capital of the Czech Republic is connected by direct flights to more tahn 100 destinations all over the world. There is a dense road network, including highways, railways and coach transport services of a European standard. MORE ABOUT THE CZECH REPUBLIC WHY THE CZECH REPUBLIC

7. Rich cultural life History is a part of the culture in the Czech Republic. Besides regular music festivals a large number of other music, theatre and artistic performances are carried out in the incomparable atmosphere of Prague music halls and other cultural venues. No wonder Prague was selected as the European City of Culture in 2000. Historical, but modern Though historical the Czech republic is not old- fashioned or outdated. Simply stay in Prague. Modern and living shopping malls, friendly clubs and bars invite everybody to join the active life of Prague and feel its beating pulse. MORE ABOUT CZECH HISTORY WHY THE CZECH REPUBLIC

8. UNESCO sites Twelve sights have been UNESCO-listed so far. Compared to the size of the country and its population we have the largest number of UNESCO monuments in the world. These historical and architectural jewels rightly rank among the world cultural heritage. The Czech Republic does not equal to Prague only Our country is small, which is actually an advantage as all the regions are easily accessible in a good time. You will have thus the opportunity to easily visit other interesting places in our country before or after the Conference. MORE ABOUT UNESCO HERITAGE WHY THE CZECH REPUBLIC

9. Czech Republic is situated in the temperate climate zone, described by pleasantly warm summers Average June/July daily mean temperature amounts to 16-19 ºC (61-67 ºF) Average low to high temperatures range between 12-14 ºC to 22-24 ºC Precipitation of 65-73 mm, 71-73 % of air humidity Typically 230-250 sunshine hours per month CLIMATE

10. The Czech currency is called the Czech Crown (CZK). Exchange offices are located all around the city centre (exchange offices, banks, post offices). At present 1 Euro = 24.5 CZK, 1 USD = 18.5 CZK,1 GPB = 28 CZK, 1 AUD = 18 CZK All types of credit cards (Visa, MasterCard, American Express) are generally accepted Many hotels and restaurants accept Euro as well. CURRENCY

12. Prague is located in the very centre of Europe, with easy access by all means of public transport. At present there are over 100 direct flights from 48 countries around the world. Travel time from most of the European cities is around 1.5 hours, the maximum travel time from e.g. Moscow or Lisbon is 2.5 hours. Prague is suitably connected to the national highway system further interconnected with road nets of all neighboring countries. The city forms the hub of the Czech railway system, with services to all parts of the Czech Republic and abroad. There is also a commuter rail system which serves the Prague metropolitan area. CZECH REPUBLIC – CONNECTION

13. International airport Prague-Ruzyně is situated on northwest part of Prague next. The personal transit to the airport is provided by buses of PIT (Prague integrated transport). The airport offers direct connections to 128 destinations in 51 countries. That means almost all the main European cities as well as those overseas. At the current time Prague airport is used as a regular base by 30 airlines and in the summer season its facilities are used by a further 10 to 15 charter companies. Every day around 200 takeoffs and landings take place at the airport. Prague is also easily accessible from all major European cities by car or by train. MORE ABOUT PRAGUE AIRPORT MORE ABOUT CZECH AIRLINES PRAGUE AIRPORT RUZYNE

14. PRAGUE – FLIGHT CONNECTIONS Flights durations FROM / TO PRAGUE Amsterdam705 km1h25 Brussels714 km1h25 Copenhagen643 km1h20 Frankfurt537 km1h10 Helsinki1307 km2h25 Lisbon2241 km3h15 London1035 km2h10 Montreal6197 km8h25 New York6567 km9h10 Oslo1117 km2h00 Paris882 km1h45 Zurich636 km1h35

15. Free circulation of scientists in the Czech Republic is guaranteed No visa for visitors from the EU countries Many non-EU Countries also need no visa : Albania, Andorra, Argentina, Australia, Bolivia, Brazil, Bulgaria, Canada, Columbia, Chile, Croatia, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, Guatemala, Honduras, Hongkong, Israel, Japan, South Africa, Korea, Costa Rica, Macao, Malaysia, Mexico, Monaco, Nicaragua, New Zealand, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, Romania, Salvador, San Marino, Singapore, Serbia, Montenegro, Brunei, Switzerland, Turkey, Uruguay, USA, Vatican, Venezuela Citizens from the rest of world need visa, but generally the procedure is quick and very simple. For more information visit web www.mzv.cz IMMIGRATION CONTROL

17. PRAGUE – GENERAL INFORMATION POPULATION: TOTAL AREA: LOCATION: CLIMATE: TIME DIFERENCE : 1,2 million of inhabitants 496 km 2 The capital of Czech Republic is located in Central Bohemia, north latitude 50° 05', east longitude 14° 27', height above sea level 235 m (average) Month Temperaure °C°F January-1,728,9 February-0,930,4 March 3,838,8 April 8,547,3 May13,556,3 June16,762,1 July18,364,9 August17,864,1 September1457,2 October 9,348,7 November 3,738,6 December 0,132,2 Geographically speaking, the Czech Republic is situated in a temperate zone, and there are four seasons of approximately all the same length. The Central European Time (CET = GMT + 1) is valid in the Czech Republic.

18. Prague is situated in the so called heart of Europe and it is the capital of the Czech Republic. The year 870, when Prague castle was established, is regarded as the beginning of the city’s existence. In 1918, at the end of World War I, Prague was declared the capital of a new country – the Czechoslovak Republic. In 1993 it became the capital of an independent Czech Republic. Prague’s historical centre has an area of 866ha (Hradčany and Prague Castle, Malá Strana, the Old Town including Charles Bridge and Josefov, the New Town and Vyšehrad). Since 1992 it has been listed by UNESCO as a world cultural heritage site. PRAGUE – HISTORY AND CULTURE

19. Prague contains one of the world’s most pristine and varied collections of architecture, ranging from Art Nouveau to Baroque, Renaissance, Gothic and Neo-Classical. Hundreds of concert halls, galleries, cinemas and music clubs. Each year Prague hosts a number of famous international music festivals as well as hundreds of vernissages and fashion shows One of the most popular tourist destinations; over 4 millions visitors annually - the 6th most visited in Europe ABOUT PRAGUE

20. PRAGUE – HISTORICAL SIGHTS

21. PRAGUE ON PICTURES

23. The Czech Republic is a safe destination with politically and economically stable environment Rich Cultural and Historical Heritage, UNESCO listed Ideal location and easy access - Situated in the very centre of Europe Congresses in Prague usually have higher attendance of 10 – 15 % High quality at competitive prices Free of charge public transportation passes and Prague information package available during the Conference period for all delegates. The Mayor of Prague City is willing to host a reception for the invited speakers and guests at his Residence. Active promotion and support at the preceding Conferences to ensure a maximum number of delegates and exhibitors to Prague WHY PRAGUE

25. The Prague metro has been in operation since 1974 and its three lines are still being extended. The metro operates daily from 5 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Trams and buses are usually in operation between 4:30 a.m. and 12:00 p.m. Night buses and night trams operate outside these hours. The tickets for public transportation are very easy to use. One transfer ticket costing CZK 26 will allow you to travel by all means of transport (metro, bus, tram) for 75 to 90 minutes. You can purchase the tickets at vending machines, which are located in metro station foyers, or at newspaper stands. Prague has been claimed to provide 4th best public transportation in Europe (FIA). FARES IN PRAGUE PUBLIC TRANSPORT IN PRAGUE

26. VENUE CONNECTION Congress Centre Located at the Metro station (Vysehrad), 2 stations from the downtown Clarion Congress Hotel Located at the Metro station (Vysocanska), 6 stations from the downtown Prague transportation system was awarded as one of the „TOP 5“ in Europe. „Prague hospitality program“ offers public transportation passes for all delegates during congress duration free of charge (value 30 EUR)

27. WHY PRAGUE, CZECH REPUBLIC?

28. The Czech Republic is a safe destination with politically and economically stable environment Rich Cultural and Historical Heritage, UNESCO listed Ideal location and easy access - Situated in the very centre of Europe Congresses in Prague usually have higher attendance of 10 – 15 % Extended network of public transportation High quality at competitive prices WHY PRAGUE, CZECH REPUBLIC?

29. The Czech Republic has a strong knowledge-based economy The committed Team is in place with identified responsibilities Our candidacy is supported by leading officials and stakeholders Dynamic practices will be applied to exceed the planned economic outcome Prague has a proven record of successfully organized large international events PReS conference has never taken place in Prague Prague selection will further stimulate - Implementation of appropriate legislation - Positive public/institutional awareness - Participation from the Central & Eastern European Region CONCLUSION

31. 1) THE PRAGUE CONGRESS CENTRE PROPOSED YEAR: 2015

32. PCC - ESSENTIALS Located within the City Centre Located on the Metro station Up to date AV and Technical Equipment In-house catering company to be known as the best in the Czech Republic Historically connected with such events like NATO Summit, EU Presidency Spacious foyers to hold large exhibitions, unique view on the Old Prague Seat of CZECH-IN

33. LOCATION OF THE PCC

34. THE PRAGUE CONGRESS CENTRE MEETS ALL REQUIREMENTS AND MOST FLEXIBLE SOLUTIONS TO HOST THE PReS CONGRESS PRAGUE CONGRESS CENTRE

35. FORUM HALL Hall located from 2 nd to 4 th floor Total capacity:1034 pax Area:1873 m² Width: 35 m Length: 47 m Ceiling height:19,4 m - Easy access from conference main entrance - Folding stage and flexible setup -Connected to the parallel rooms and workshops

36. Forum Foyer 2 nd floor Total area: 1447 m² Net area: 600 m² - Main exhibition area of the Forum part of PCC - Considered also as theregistration and catering area - Easy access from both Plenary room and breakout rooms - Natural daylight - Panoramic view on Prague FORUM FOYER – EXHIBITION AREA

37. PARALLEL SESSIONS MEETING HALLS IV and V Halls located on2 nd floor Total capacity:220 pax Area:276 m² Width: 13 m Length: 21 m Ceiling height:3,15 m - Both halls are identical, next to each other - Own small lobby

38. PCC – 2 nd FLOOR Plenary session Parallel sessions Exhibition+Catering+Registration Posters Pre-conference workshops Meeting rooms

39. Plenary hall FORUM HALL 1 Day rental Maximum Capacity 1034pax theatre style 218 000 Other halls and areas NORTH HALL – pre conference workshop 1 Day rental Maximum Capacity 220 pax theatre style 46 500 MEETING ROOM 2.2 – pre conference workshop 1 Day rental Maximum Capacity 45 pax theatre style 10 500 MEETING HALL IV 1 Day rental Maximum Capacity 220 pax theatre style 41 300 MEETING HALL V 1 Day rental Maximum Capacity 220 pax theatre style 41 300 TERRACE 1 – poster session 1 Day rental Total area of 263 sqm 18 900 TERRACE 2 – poster session 1 Day rental Total area of 230 sqm 16 020 FORUM HALL FOYER 2 nd FLOOR 1 Day rental Total area of 1447 sqm 102 900 DRESSING ROOMS 242-245 1 Day rental, price per one room Maximum Capacity 20 pax theatre style 10 400 Prices are in CZK excl. VAT. PCC - OVERVIEW

40. FINANCIALS

41. INCOME STRUCTURE Registration fee: 277 700 EUR excl. VAT (calculated on 820 paying delegates, early reg fee) Sponsorship: 15 000 EUR excl. VAT Exhibition: 15 000 EUR excl. VAT (15 stands) We are ready to negotiate the best possible prices and maximalize the income from Czech and international authorities (supports, grants, partnerships) REGISTRATION FEE (based on the previous congresses) PReS member450 EUR PReS non-member 500 EUR Trainee/AHP/Researcher PReS member 250 EUR Trainee/AHP/Researcher PReS non-member 300 EUR ENCA 150 EUR Young Investigators wishing to attend PReS meeting 100 EUR Young Investigators Meeting ONLY free of charge YIM Senior supervisor attending YIM 100 EUR FINANCIALS

43. ACCOMMODATION CLOSE TO PRAGUE CONGRESS CENTRE

44. HOTEL Category Hotel Capacity Distance from PCC PRICE for SGL EURO excl. VAT, incl. Breakfast Radisson SAS 5*2113 metro stops200,- Corinthia Towers 5*532Walking distance160,- Holiday Inn 4*251Walking distance140,- Corinthia Panorama 4*4501 metro stop140,- Yasmin 4*1982 metro stops150,- Beranek 3*801 metro stop60,- Otar 3*351 metro stop60,- Oya 3*351 metro stop60,- Ibis Old Town 3*2715 metro stops58,- Ibis Wenceslas Sq. 3*1811 metro stop58,- Chodov Dormitory 2*10006 metro stops, 1 bus stop15,- Prices are indicative only ACCOMMODATION PRICE OVERVIEW

45. CONGRESS VENUE: CLARIONCONGRESS HOTEL PRAGUE PROPOSED YEAR: 2014

46. CLARION CONGRESS HOTEL Modern conference hotel One large conference floor (good connectivity between the rooms and exhibition) Multifunctional rooms with high ceiling Pre-installed LCD screens and plasmas for the signage of the rooms and navigation In house accommodation for the reasonable prices Next to the metro station Vysocanska (15 minutes to the city centre) Connected to the large shopping centre

47. LOCATION OF THE CLARION HOTEL

48. THE CLARION CONGRESS HOTEL MEETS ALL REQUIREMENTS AND MOST FLEXIBLE SOLUTIONS TO HOST THE PReS CONGRESS CLARION CONGRESS HOTEL

49. MERIDIAN – PLENARY HALL LOCATED: Conference floor CAPACITY: 770 person theatre style DIMENSIONS: Total area of 595m²

50. ZENIT + NADIR – PARALLEL SESSIONS LOCATED: Conference floor CAPACITY: 340-670 person theatre style DIMENSIONS: Total area of 250 - 570m²/room

51. TYCHO + KEPLER, LEO + VIRGO LOCATED: Conference floor CAPACITY: 105-300 person theatre style DIMENSIONS: Total area of 108-285m²/room

52. FOYER - EXHIBITION DIMENSIONS: Exhibition area: 700 m² Total area of 1000 m² Considered also as the posters, Registration and catering area (incl. Welcome reception) Easy access from Plenary room and breakout rooms

53. OVERVIEW

54. CLARION – CONGRESS FLOOR Plenary session Parallel session & Workshop Exhibition area and Coffee Break area Workshops Registration area

55. Conference floor CONFERENCE FLOOR 1 Day rental285 000,- PRE- COURSE (1 room for 150 pax, 1 room for 30 pax) 1 Day rental34 200,- CLARION - OVERVIEW Prices are in CZK excl. VAT. for 1 day rental

56. FINANCIALS

57. INCOME STRUCTURE Registration fee: 277 700 EUR excl. VAT (calculated on 820 paying delegates, early reg fee) Sponsorship: 15 000 EUR excl. VAT Exhibition: 15 000 EUR excl. VAT (15 stands) We are ready to negotiate the best possible prices and maximalize the income from Czech and international authorities (supports, grants, partnerships) REGISTRATION FEE (based on the previous congresses) PReS member450 EUR PReS non-member 500 EUR Trainee/AHP/Researcher PReS member 250 EUR Trainee/AHP/Researcher PReS non-member 300 EUR ENCA 150 EUR Young Investigators wishing to attend PReS meeting 100 EUR Young Investigators Meeting ONLY free of charge YIM Senior supervisor attending YIM 100 EUR FINANCIALS

59. ACCOMMODATION CLOSE TO CLARION CONGRESS HOTEL

60. HOTEL Category Hotel Capacity Distance from Clarion Congress Hotel PRICE for SGL EURO excl. VAT, incl. Breakfast Clarion Congress Hotel 4*200Clarion Congress Hotel110,- Step hotel 4*1602 bus stops80,- Hotel Pivovar 3*3*100Walking distance70,- Hotel Carol 2*2*40Walking distance40,- Yasmin 4*1985 metro stops130,- Radisson 5*5*2005 metro stops170,- Hilton Hotel 5*5*5004 metro stops140,- Chodov Dormitory 2*100025 minutes by PT15,- Prices are indicative only ACCOMMODATION PRICE OVERVIEW

61. SOCIAL PROGRAMME

62. VENUES Municipal House Up to 1100 persons Žofín Palace Up to 700 persons O2 Arena Up to 2000 persons Industrial Palace Up to 1800 persons

63. TOURS Large variety of tours inside and outside of Prague Prague, Kutná Hora, Karlovy Vary, Český Krumlov, Karlstejn Castle and many others

64. TourPrice excl. VAT (Euro) Karlovy Vary89,- Cesky Krumlov 85,- Grand Tour of Prague 37,- Prague Jewish Quarter 38,- Hradcany and Prague Castle39,- Prague´s famous Characters34,- Prague Boat Trip on the Vltava river48,- Karlstejn Castle48,- Kutna Hora45,- VENUE Price excl. VAT, incl. services (Euro) Municipal House36000,- Zofin Palace21000.- Trade Fair Palace12000,- Zofin Palace20800,- Industrial Palace16400,- Barrandov Studiosfrom 24000,- O2 Arena38000,- SOCIAL PROGRAMME

65. LOCAL STAKEHOLDERS

66. CZECH-IN Founded:2002 Business Activity: Congress, Event and Association Management Annually organizes: 8 Congresses and 40 Conferences Nr. of delegates per year: more than 15 000 Employees:28 full time staff, 15 freelance staff Based in:Prague Congress Centre (PCC) Member of:ICCA, MPI, PCB, ISO certified http://www.czech-in.cz/

67. LOCAL AUSPICES Prague Convention Bureau www.pragueconvention.cz CzechTourism www.czechtourism.cz City of Prague www.cityofprague.cz Czech Airlines www.csa.cz Prague Congress Centre www.kcp.cz

68. LOCAL AUSPICES Ministry of Health http://www.mzcr.cz/ Czech Conference of Rectors http://crc.muni.cz/ Council of Higher Education Institutions http://www.radavs.cz/

69. WE ARE LOOKING FORWARD TO WELCOMING YOU TO PRAGUE IN 2014/2015!