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Q. What are the show dates for the HIMSS Middle East Integrated Health Innovations Conference?
A. 11-12 December 2013

Q. Where will the conference be held?
A. JW Marriott Marquis Hotel Dubai, Sheikh Zayed Road, Business Bay, United Arab Emirates

Q. Where do I pick up my badge?
A. You can pick up your badge at the registration desk located in the ballroom foyer of the JW Marriott Marquis Hotel Dubai.

For security purposes, all attendees are asked to wear their name badge received at registration to all events during the Conference. Attendees without a name badge will be asked to obtain a new one from the registration desk.

Q. What are the registration hours?
A. Wednesday, 11 December 08:00 - 16:15
  Thursday, 12 December 08:00 - 14:30

Q. Is there an age limit at HIMSS Middle East Integrated Health Innovations Conference?
A. Yes, all registrants (including spouses or guests) must be 18 years of age or older to attend the HIMSS Middle East Conference.

Q. Do I need to be registered for the conference before I can book my hotel at JW Marriott Marquis?
A. No, but it is highly recommended that you register for both your hotel and conference registrations at the same time. Once you have registered for the conference, please proceed to the hotel and travel page at http://www.himssme.org/innovations13/hotelTravel/hotel.aspx

Q. How is the weather in Dubai in December?
A. In December, the average temperature is a high of 26 °C and a low of 16 °C.

Q. What kind of currency do I use?
A. The UAE Dirham (AED) is the official currency of UAE. An online converter is available at www.xe.com.

Q. Do I need a visa to enter Abu Dhabi?
A. Visa requirements to enter the UAE depend on several different factors such as your nationality, the purpose of your planned visit and its planned duration. Please consult the United Arab Emirates Ministry of Foreign Affairs' website for more information.

Q. If I do need a visa, who do I contact to receive my Letter of Invitation?
A. To receive an official Letter of Invitation, please register and pay for the conference and then email The HIMSS Middle East help desk via e-mail at . HIMSS can only provide a Letter of Invitation and proof of conference registration. Wwe are not able to apply for a Visa on your behalf.

Q. What is the closest airport to the JW Marriott Marquis Hotel Dubai?
A. The hotel is approximately 25 minutes by road from Dubai International Airport.

Q. What is the attire for the conference?
A. Business.

Q. What is the cancellation policy?
A. All cancellations and substitutions must be submitted to the HIMSS Middle East help desk via e-mail at .

Cancellation submitted by 11 November 2013 - 375.00 AED administrative fee
Cancellation received after 11 November 2013 - 100% of the registration fee will be forfeited