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ISGE CONGRESS MARCH 2015

TÜRKİYE(İstanbul)

I.I. INTRODUCTIONINTRODUCTIONII.II. WHY TURKEY ? WHY TURKEY ? III.III. CONFERENCE VENUE(S)CONFERENCE VENUE(S)

CONFERENCE VENUE I. – CONFERENCE VENUE I. – ISTANBULISTANBUL

İstanbul Accommodation Conference Venue in Istanbul

Conference center information & location

Meeting facilities Travel to and from Istanbul

Why Türkiye?

Since Turkey is embracing east and west, it offers diversities of culture, cuisine and history to all its visitors. Especially Antalya, apart from being a heavenly destination for travelers, is becoming gradually a centre for conferences and meetings.

Diversities of Culture, Cuisine & History

There is no country than Turkey that literally connect two continents: Europe and Asia. Surrounded by Bulgaria and Greece from west and by Black Sea from north, from east Georgia, Armenia and Iran, by Iraq from south east by Syria from south, Turkey is meeting point of all breezes from all corners of the world. As for the climate, Turkey is lucky enough to enjoy the four seasons throughout the year therefore it has a very diverse fauna and vegetation richness.

Asia Minor, also know as Anatolia, constitutes the vast land of Turkey which has been home to several civilizations and cultures. The largest Neolithic human settlement with the longest history of continuous habitation was found in Çatalhöyük Turkey.

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Colorful Historical Heritage

Two of the seven Wonders of the Ancient World the Temple of Artemis and the Mausoleum at Halicarnassus, are in Turkey. St.Nicholas who became popular as Santa Claus was born in Demre, on Turkey’s Mediterranean Coast. Due to its colorful historical heritage Turkey is decorated with ancient mosques, churches and synagogues by showing its indulgence to the whole world.

The rich tradition of the Turkish cuisine is popular throughout the world. It includes a wide variety of hot and cold d’oeuvers known everywhere as “meze”, a wide selection of grilled meats (kebap), seafood, stuffed and wrapped vegetables (dolma), savory pastries (börek), pilav and dishes with olive and butter as well as a wide variety of desserts among them Turkish delight, helva, baklava, kadayıf and several puddings. Turkish people are warm-hearted and very hospitable and they are pleased to help visitors.

Colorful Historical Heritage

Proposed Venue: İSTANBUL

Unique City: Where East Meets West Mosaic of Cultures and Civilizations Easy Access by Rail, Road or Air Excellent Congress Facilities Large Choice of Hotels Fascinating Grand Bazaars & Spice Markets All Sophisticated Delights of a Big, Modern City Anything else?You just name it...

Why Istanbul?

İstanbul Built on two continents, Imperial capital for nearly 1600 years, for Roman, Byzantine and Ottoman

Empires, Proud of its rich history and unequalled natural beauty offers a friendly

welcome and genuine hospitality, Ancient churches, synagogues, basilicas, mosques, mausoleums, palaces,

bazaars and baths are all standing today, Most important centre of Turkish science and culture.

Since the dawn of time, Istanbul has been a meeting place of peoples from different religions and cultures, peoples who came together andlearned to live in peace and harmony.

İstanbul

İstanbul

İstanbul

İstanbul

One interesting piece of information about Istanbul is that it lies on the border between Asia and Europe so that one part of Istanbul is in Europe while the other part of Istanbul is Asian. These two parts of Istanbul are divided by a stretch of water called the Bosphorus near the sea of Marmara. There are currently two bridges that connect Asian Istanbul to European Istanbul.

Istanbul is still seen by many as the cultural heart of Turkey even if its not the capital; it is where the majority of business takes place with the largest sea port in Turkey being in Istanbul. A visitor to Istanbul can get a great view of both sides of the city from the bridges. It has a fascinating and rich history so if you are interested in visiting and learning new information about Istanbul you should plan to stay there for a few days at least.

TELECOMMUNICATIONVery advanced telecommunication systems of the world are used in Turkey. Communication by telephone, e-mail and fax to any part of the world from an office, hotel room is easy and available. There are telephone cabins located in numerous spots all over the country. Moreover, wireless telephones will be available upon request for the Organising Committee Members.

VISA-FREE CIRCULATION OF SCIENTISTSThere is no restriction to free circulation of scientists in Turkey. Although VISA is required for some countries, VISAS can be obtained at Istanbul Ataturk Airport for major countries.

General

“And the Winner Is…Istanbul”

New York Times made a questionnaire among its readers in January 2011 and asked “where do you want to travel this year?” The result is announced as “And the winner is … Istanbul” The readers who

recommended Istanbul repeated some themes; history!

As mentioned in readers’ comment Istanbul is a city for all the senses that should be at the top of everyone's "go here now" list!

The Sun says “Turkey” as well. According to the 5 traditional favorite destination to be taken in considiration list Turkey takes part at the

top “as a warm vacation destination”

İSTANBUL IS THE NEW CONGRESS CENTER OF THE WORLD

Gliding economic axel of the world from east to west has increased the importance of Turkey’s location. This year Turkey will host many meetings concerning world peace and economy. Turkey is increasing its achievement day by day by combining technology and quality over international standards with professional congress companies presenting with AIIC standards of vehicle track.

Istanbul, shown as one of the “10 first biggest cities”, has become the most important center that the corporations and foundations like UNITED NATIONS, UNESCO, OECD, THE WORLD BANK prefer for their conferences in recent years.

One of the most enjoyable parts of a trip in Turkey is shopping and buying from among the rich variety of Turkish crafts. Istanbul is a shopping paradise with the Covered Bazaar as well as the modern malls. Turkish carpets are the most original and popular items for one to buy. Carpet shops offer a wide collection of carpets of various colours and designs, and rugs and kilims woven in various regions of the country.Other Turkish handicrafts include suede and leather goods, ranging from all kinds of clothing to various accessories. Coats, dresses, trousers, bags, shoes and others, made of extremely fine leather or suede can be found in large stores. Copper, silver, brassware and jewellery are also choices for buying, along with works of ceramics and the famous Turkish meerschaum.

Shopping

Accomodation in İstanbulHotel Capacity in Istanbul

Hotel Category Number of Hotels Number of Rooms

5 star 18 5929

4 star 20 2369

3 star 38 2570

2 star 17 574

TOTAL 93 11,842

Proposed Congress Center for İstanbul

ICEC – ISTANBUL CONVENTION & EXHIBITION CENTER

Istanbul Convention & Exhibition Center

In the heart of the city's business and cultural centre, Allowing the traveler easy access to municipal, domestic and international

transportation networks. Surrounded with tens of hotels, all at walking distance. 23 km / 14.3 miles from Atatürk International Airport (25 minutes by taxi) 5 km / 3 miles from Sirkeci train station, terminal of the Orient Express 100 m from Harbiye bus stop on the Taksim-Sisli line, 500m from Taksim

Metro Station linked to the city’s new underground system

ICEC ICEC has two structures: OLD COMPLEX AND NEW COMPLEX

Meeting rooms with number of seats ranging from 3500 to 10 seats providing 13,275 seats in total with 17.000sqm exhibition space

İstanbul Convention & Exhibition Center

 Situated in the heart of Istanbul on a hill looking down onto the Bosphorous straits towards the Asian half of the city, the Lütfi Kırdar Istanbul Convention & Exhibition Centre is the perfect place for the perfect event.

 The Istanbul Convention & Exhibition Centre (ICEC) has everything you need to organize memorable and successful meetings, congresses and various different occasions with some of it’s meeting rooms in the main building recently renovated, new equipments plus a better service to our meeting planners in the imperial city in Istanbul. The ICEC and Rumeli Fair & Exhibition Centre, which hosted many international congresses and fairs is the centerpiece of a complete Conference Valley.

Offering more than 10.000 guest rooms within easy walking distance of ICEC, The Conference Valley offers meeting planners unrivalled convenience and flexibility. The ICEC Complex was also designed to be flexible, and can accomodate events large and small, giving organizers the option of using the ICEC facility and the Rumeli Centre separately or together.

ICEC – Main Building

Istanbul Lütfi Kırdar Congress and Exhibition Centre has in total 22 meeting rooms and Main Building contains a total of 19 meeting rooms: the smallest having a capacity of just 6 and the largest over 2000. Foyers and multi-purpose rooms can be used in a limitless variety of combinations to suit the needs of every imaginable type of event, large or small. Lifts, stairs, wheelchair access, simple design and clear signposting allow easy access to different parts of the building.

  The Main Building provides halls and foyers with high-tech audio visual equipment. It also contains the centre’s catering facilities and Borsa Restaurant; one of Istanbul’s finest Turkish Cuisine restaurants. The layout of the building has been planned with easy special needs access in mind.

ICEC Building Layout

Main Building First Level

Main Building Second Level

ICEC Room Capacities

ICEC Room Capacities

Proposed Congress Center for İstanbul

WOW CONVENTION CENTER

With a 6500-seat capacity, the WOW Convention Center is Istanbul's largest congress center with accommodations. There are a total of 34 halls in the WOW Convention Center, which is comprised of two blocks and which can handle all types of organizations such as international and national congresses, meetings, fairs and weddings.

Situated in the WOW Convention Center’s A Block, the 3108-m2 Saffire Hall is the largest hall in Istanbul. There are another six meeting rooms in the same block handle anywhere from 20 to 235 persons.

Situated in the WOW Convention Center’s B Block, the Ruby Hall encompasses a total area of 1200 m². Possessing a telescopic grandstand system that opens and closes, this hall can handle up to 1000 persons. The other halls situated in B Block vary in size from 70 m2 up to 225 m2. The block also includes a VIP lounge with a relaxation area as well as business and meeting rooms.With a total 1250-bed capacity, technical infrastructure, airport proximity, meticulous service, custom-made rich menu varieties and complimentary internet connection, as well as a professional and dynamic crew, the WOW Airport Hotel, WOW Istanbul Hotel and WOW Convention Center are where the heart of meeting and congress tourism beats in Istanbul.

WOW Convention Center

METTING HALLS WOW CC- BLOCK A

METTING HALLS WOW CC- BLOCK B

CAPACITIES

Proposed Congress Center for İstanbul

GRAND CEVAHIR HOTEL & CONVENTION CENTER

GRAND CEVAHIR HOTEL & CONVENTION CENTER

Grand Cevahir Hotel and Convention Center, is the only congress Hotel which has the largest ballroom in Europe with 2500 people capacity in banquet style without any structural columns. It has 323 rooms, 22 diffrent size of meeting rooms, just in single complex. It is combining the latest technology with the highest standards of comfort which has been specially designed for big Incentives, congress & Conventions with the state-of-the-art infrastructure. Impartant features of the hotel: Direct access to Convention Center from the hotel and to and from carpark area. Separate access to Convention Center. The largest Ballroom in Europe with 2500 m2 and 8,65 m. High ceiling without any columns. The only Hotel Auditorium in İstanbul with 1,013 people capacity and state-of-the-art systems for all kind of organizations.

L 1 FLOOR m2WIDTH-LENGTH HEIGHT THEATRE BOARD CLASSROOM BANQUET COCTAIL RECEPTİON

Safir 23215.23 + 1.71x

15.903.40 x 4.58 220 60 140 120 175 250

Safir Fuaye 363                

Yakut 52 7.12 x 7.29 Mar.67 35 24 20 30   40

Pırlanta 49 6.45 x 8.094.20 x 4.83   12   16    

CAPACITIES

L 2 FLOOR m2WIDTH-LENGTH HEIGHT THEATRE BOARD

CLASSROOM BANQUET COCTAIL

RECEPTİON

Elmas 48 6.41 x 8.11 3.52 x 3.92 35 22 20 32   40

Topaz 45 5.65 x 7.94 Mar.58 36 20 24 32   30

Akik 44 5.46 x 7.81 Mar.50 36 20 24 32   30

Turkuaz 84 7.77 x 11.02 3.62 x 4.50 80 30 40 50 40 60

Balo Salonu 250032.18 x 58.29 Ağu.65 2500   1200 1700 2000 2750

Balo Salonu l 61518.95 x 32.18 08.08.1950 700   450 440 400 600

Balo Salonu ll 484

15.15 x 32.18 08.08.1950 500   350 320 300 500

Balo Salonu lll 778

24.50 x 32.18 08.08.1950 800   580 600 550 750

Balo Salonu l-ll 1099 34.1 x 32.18 08.08.1950 1200   800 800 750 1100

Balo Salonu ll-lll 1262

39.65 x 32.18 08.08.1950 1400   900 900 1000 1400

Balo Fuaye 1083                

Balo Kulis 50                

CAPACITIES

F 1 FLOOR m2WIDTH-LENGTH HEIGHT THEATRE BOARD

CLASSROOM BANQUET COCTAIL

RECEPTİON

Kehribar 48 6.55 x 7.60 Şub.90 40 28 18 30    

Sedef 47 6.55 x 7.67 Şub.90 40 28 18 30    

Firuze 42 6.55 x 7.55 Şub.90 36 24 16 20    

Kristal 28 4.20 x 7.35 Şub.90 30 20 14 20    

Mercan 28 4.20 x 7.35 Şub.90 30 20 14 20    

İnci 39 4.05 x 6.55 Şub.90 20 12 12 16    

Opal 1235.05-6.45 x

22.30 Şub.90 75 45 50 50    

Oditoryum 877 + 29123.82 x 34.52 08.Ara 1013          

Üst Fuaye 964                

CAPACITIES

Proposed Congress Center for İstanbul

İSTANBUL CONGRESS CENTER

İSTANBUL CONGRESS CENTER

Istanbul’s Newest and Largest Congress CenterIstanbul Congress Center (ICC), was built by Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality in September 2009.The Congress Center, a seven flor facility with an area of 119,500 m2.International Congress, conferences and symposiums, company meettings, trade fairs, exhibitions, concerts and the musical/ theatrical premiers as well as a grand scale of all kinds of social, cultural and Professional meetings can be hosted by Istanbul Congress Center.Istanbul Congress Center – an autitorium: One of the most important parts of the main building is the auditorium with the capacity for 3500 guests, which hass the three entrances at 2nd, 3rd and 4th basement floors.ICC- Auditorium presents many choises for organizing events with amenities such simultaneous translation rooms, offering theatre style and other options of room set up /structure, adjustment can be made to accommodate the number of participiants. However auditorium has three foyers which can be used as an entrance hall in large scale organizations or can be used as an extra space exhibitions, cocktails, cocktails, coffee breaks.

Foyer:Presents a matchless ambiance that you may prefer for your special events with its spectacular Bosphorus view and extraordinary architecture. There are halls in different sizes from 45 m² up to 180 m² that may provide 6 different usage features in total.

İSTANBUL CONGRESS CENTER

There are 10 rooms in different sizes from 180 m² up to 1300 m², which are available to provide alternatives in accordance with events. 3 of our rooms may be separated with special soundproof separators. Harbiye Also in the foyer area of B2 floor, food & drink offering service for guests is provided.

Üsküdar Hall 1300 m²

The second biggest meeting hall of Istanbul Convention Center is Üsküdar Hall; it has a 1300m² net usage area, 6 meters ceiling height, 8 simultaneous translation rooms and 1200-person capacity in theatre order. Another characteristic of Üsküdar Hall is its ability to be divided into 3 parts and raises its room number inside.

HALLS

Beyazıt Hall 781 m²781m² Beyazıt Hall of Istanbul Convention Center, which can be used with different seating orders, may host comfortable meetings with its 600-person capacity in theatre order, 300-person capacity in class order. Besides, Beyazıt Hall provides service with 6 simultaneous translation rooms.

Emirgan Hall 774 m²Emirgan Hall may host different organizations with its 774m² usage area, 6 meters ceiling height, 600-person capacity in theatre order, 250-person capacity in class order. Another characteristic of Emirgan Hall is its ability to be divided into 2 parts and used in different square meters.

HALLS

Çamlıca Hall 580 m²Çamlıca Hall provides service with a 580m² usage area, 4 simultaneous translation rooms, 450-person capacity in theatre order and 280-person capacity in class order. Beylerbeyi Hall 520 m²Beylerbeyi Hall provides service with a 520m² usage area, 380-person capacity in theatre order and 300-person capacity in banquet order. The Hall with 4 simultaneous translation rooms may be divided into 2 parts with soundproof separator system.

HALLS

There are workshop rooms on the B3 floor with a 8000 m2 usage area, that differs from 17 m² up to 172 m².

B4 and B5 floors of ICC, which has the biggest closed fair area in Turkey, with a 14,000 m² usage area in total and 7.2 m ceiling height, may host many events from vehicle launch to concerts with high level of participation.

HALLS

Transfer In İstanbul Airport: Atatürk International Airport A brand new airport. Only 20 km from city center. Atatürk International Airport takes 20- 30 min.

from all hotels to be provided The last stop of the airport service is in the center

of Hotels district It is a brand-new airport and has 18 tube

passageways serving 18 planes one at a time. 160 counters are available for fast check-ins and

inside the International terminal building, 21escalators and 45 elevators are located.

Means of transportation: Bus: Average cost airport to city: € 5Taxi: Average cost airport to city: € 40 per taxi

İstanbul By AirIstanbul is easily accessible from all parts of the world. The fastest and consequently the least tiring way to get to Turkey is by plane. All major airlines have direct flights to Istanbul. Some of the destination distances, flying hours from Istanbul to some cities are as follows: (distances are in kilometres):

Istanbul-Frankfurt : 1343 km 3.00 hoursIstanbul-Paris : 1800 km 3.45 hoursIstanbul-London : 1953 km 3.55 hoursIstanbul-Dhahran : 2553 km 3.30 hoursIstanbul-New York : 7538 km 10.00 hoursIstanbul-Singapore : 8925 km 10.00 hoursIstanbul-Sydney : 5218 km 18.00 hours

Turkish Airlines is the official carrier of Turkey and with its offices all over the world will provide the necessary information. Turkish Airlines supports congresses and applies special rates for participants.

Air TransportationThere are 763 scheduled foreign flights from 86 different world cities every week;

Out of which:

673 flights to Istanbul

Direct Flights from Istanbul (THY)

Geographical Location Situated in a central geographic position. There is little time differences between the countries from Europe,

Western Asia, Africa , Middle East and Turkey. Provides major advantages in the communications and transportations.

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