Details are described in the rebate information. The monetary system in Canada is based on Canadian dollars and cents. International currency exchange services are available at the Vancouver International Airport, downtown banks and currency exchange outlets located throughout the city. Most hotels will also offer currency exchange services. It is, therefore, recommended that participants arrange their own personal health and accident insurance.
Some hotels offer theses services, for a fee, if requested in advance.
Please check with the individual hotels or contact the conference secretariat, Venue West. The official language of the Conference is English. All lectures will be delivered in English. The World Orchid Organizing Committee regrets that it is unable to furnish simultaneous translation in the many languages represented at the Conference. The electrical current in Canada is 110 volts 60hz.