General information
Meeting Site
The XII Foromic will be held Cerro Juli, Campo Ferial Cerro Juli s/n, Arequipa, Peru.
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About Arequipa
Is the capital of the Arequipa Region in southern Peru. With a population of 1,200,781, it is the second most populous city of the country. Arequipa lies in the Andes Mountains, at an altitude of 2,380 meters (7,800 feet) above sea level; the snow-capped volcano El Misti overlooks the city. The city has many colonial-era Spanish buildings built of sillar, a pearly white volcanic rock, from which it gets the nickname La Ciudad Blanca ("The White City"). The historic centre of Arequipa was named a UNESCO world heritage site in 2000, in recognition of its architecture and historic integrity.
It is often said that the city's name comes from the Quechua phrase "Ari, quepay" which means "Yes, here" which is said to have been the response of the fourth Sapa Inca — Mayta Cápac — upon seeing the site of the great city, which was later destroyed in an earthquake but reestablished by the Spanish in 1540. Nowadays, it is assumed that the name derives from Aymara "ari" (peak) + "kipa" (locative) and means something like "near the mountain" in reference to the nearby El Misti volcano, which towers 5,822 meters above sea level.
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Airports in Peru
Jorge Chávez International Airport is located in the Constitutional Province of Callao, near the port and 10 km away from downtown Lima. It is the main airport in Peru, therefore, it concentrates the majority of international and domestic flights in the country, serving more than 8,200,000 passengers per year.
Rodríguez Ballón International Airport in Arequipa, is one of the most important airports in Peru, it is located 8km (5 milles) northeast to the centre of Arequipa. IATA Code AQP, Ph: 51 (0)54/443-464 | 51 (0)54/443-458.
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Flights
Flights offered by LAN in the route: Lima - Arequipa - Lima. (informatio available only in Spanish) [Main menu]
Hotels
Impacta Events has blocked 500 rooms with preferential prices for XII Foromic participants; however, due to high demand in Arequipa during the dates of the Foromic, rooms will be held only until August 14th.
Contact Information of the Foromic Travel Agency
IMPACTA EVENTS & TRAVEL
Tarata 294, Piso 6 - Miraflores
Tel (51) 4445-1031 Fax. (511 445-1962
E-mail. glostaunau@impactaevents.com
Availability
A wide variety of hotels (price and category wise). [Hotels Map] More Information.
Rates
Prices are per night and include breakfast. The prices range from US$21 to US$103, based on single occupancy.
Reservations
A credit card must be used to guarantee room reservations. More Information.
Cancellation Policy
Impacta is negotiating with hotels to obtain flexible cancellation and payment policies that will benefit participants. Please request information about policies the hotel of your preference will apply.
The purchase of travel insurance is recommended to protect participants from unforeseen circumstances: delayed or cancelled flights, illness or emergencies.
Requirements for 19% IVA Payment Exoneration
Participants not residing in Peru are exonerated from paying the 19% IVA on lodging expenses provided a valid passport and Migration Andean Card (Tarjeta Andina de Migraciones - handed by airline or migration authorities) are presented at check-in time. Both documents must be shown when entering Peru.
Nationals of Colombia, Ecuador, Brazil, Chile and Bolivia must travel with their passport in order to be exempted from paying the 19% IVA. Their national identification card will not be accepted.
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Visas
Some countries require visa to enter Peru. You may verify if this applies to your citizenship by visiting Visa’s requirements for foreign citizens (information available only in Spanish).*Mexican citizens now do not required visa to enter Peru [More] [Main menu]
Transportation
Foromic will make every effort to accommodate transportation in Arequipa, from Tuesday through Saturday in the routes airport - hotel – airport and hotel – Foromic - hotel. To ensure service, travel information will be required at time of registration.
For security reasons it is strongly recommended to take only taxis offered by the airport or at the hotels, and registered companies like Taxitel 452020, Turismo Arequipa 458888 y Alo45 454545.
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Currency
Peru's official currency is the New Sol (S /.). A New Sol consists of 100 cents. There are bills of 200, 100, 50, 20 and 10 New Soles and coins of 1, 2 and 5 New Soles and 0.50, 0.20 and 0.10. [Main menu]
Currency exchange
There are no restrictions for changing currency in Peru. US dollars are commonly accepted in most hotels, stores and supermarkets in Lima and in the main cities in the country. We recommend exchanging money in banks or currency exchange offices located at the airport and in the city. For more information about exchange rates, we suggest to visit ExchangeRate.com
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Taxes
In Peru, all goods and services are taxed 19% (VAT). Restaurants and hotels add a 10% service fee. On lodging expenses, the guest is exonerated of the 19% VAT only if a valid passport and Migration Andean Card (Tarjeta Andina de Migraciones) are presented at check-in time. By law, all traders have the obligation to show the client the final price, including taxes. Tour packages bought outside the country are also tax exempted.
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Weather and Climate
Generally speaking, the climate varies from region to region in Peru. In the Coast, the weather varies, with a damp and cloudy winter that runs from June to September. Average temperatures come in at 14°C. During the summer, temperatures can peak at 28°C or over.
In Arequipa, the sun shines all year round during the morning, but temperatures descend at night, averaging 5°C. Rain season starts in December and ends in April. [Main menu]
Emergencies
In case of any emergency please contact your country embassy or consulate. For your reference attached you can find Peru’s Yellow pages, telephone directory, with the contact information of the embassies and consulate offices in Peru.
Peru also offers a local 24hrs assistance for tourists:
Iperú - Tourist information and Assistance
Telephone: (01) 511 5748000
E-mail: iperu@promperu.gob.pe | Website
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Police stations
- Jefatura de Seguridad Ciudadana
Calle Quinta Romaña 315, Cercado, Arequipa. ph: (054) 28-4354
- XI Región de la Policía Nacional del Perú
Av. Emmel 106, Yanahuara. ph: (054) 25-4020.
- Policía de Turismo
Calle Jerusalén 315, Cercado. ph: (054) 20-1258.
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Hospitals
- Hospital Regional Honorio Delgado Espinoza:
Av. Daniel Alcides Carrión s/n, la Pampilla José Luis Bustamante y Rivero, Arequipa
ph: (054) 23-1818 / 21-9702 / 23-3812. (24 hours)
- Hospital Goyeneche:
Av. Goyeneche s/n, Cercado, Arequipa
ph: (054) 23-1313 / 22-3501. (24 hours)
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Health
We recommended to drink only bottled or boiled water. Arequipa is located at an altitude of 2,380 meters (7,800 feet) above sea level. [Main menu]
Electricity
The voltage in Peru is 220 volts AC, 60 Hz. Most electrical equipment may be 110 to 220 volts ready. Check the voltage of your personal electrical equipment such as hair dryers, battery chargers, notebooks, razors, camcorders, etc. [Main menu]
Attire
Business attire is recommended for the conference. More elegant dress is recommended for the gala dinner. We recommend that attendees dress in layers since meeting room temperatures may vary. [Main menu]
Stands and Offices
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Contact Information of the Foromic Logistics Firm
FACESSO
Cesar Reyes / Mónica Rodríguez
Tels.: (511) 266-4504 / 260-9898 Fax. (511) 358-6411
E-mail. registroforomic@facesso.com
Conference Resource Material
Continue your learning experience after the conference ends! All Foromic participants will receive a USB which will contain the references and material from the conference sessions, this USB will be delivered at the registration desk. Check Formic website following the conference for resources that may not included in the USB. [Main menu]
Language
Simultaneous interpretation English-Spanish and vice versa will be provided for all technical sessions but not for special events. [Main menu]
Meals
Meals are included in your registration fee: Lunch for Wednesday (for those participants attending pre-Forum events), Thursday and Friday; a cocktail on Wednesday and Friday; a gala dinner on Thursday; and two coffee breaks, per day. [Main menu]
Tourism
You may find tourism information at Touristic packages; however, additional packages are offer by Impacta. More information.
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Map
Arequipa map
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