This letter, however, does not grant any financial support. Banks and money exchange Banks are generally open Mondays Fridays 9.30 16.00 hrs. Exchange rate fluctuates daily but at the time of creating this site 1 USD was equivalent to about 39 Kc. Transportation Frequent flights are available from most European cities as well as from Asia, Canada, U. S. A. and Australia. The Prague Ruzyne airport is located about 30 minutes away from the centre of the city and is easily reachable either by bus or a taxi.
Tickets are available at every metro station or a news letter stand.
Climate and clothing The weather at the end of August is usually very pleasant with an average temperature of 25 C. Casual dress may be worn at the conference and social events. The Organizing Committee will not take any liability for personal injuries or loss or damage of property belonging to conference participants and accompanying persons. Please check your insurance. A service charge is very rarely included in bills. Emergencies Dial 155 or 158, free of charge.