Cartagena, Colombia

CONFERENCE ON FINANCIAL EDUCATION:
PROGRESS OF GLOBAL POLICIES AND
PRACTICES AND LATIN AMERICAN EXPERIENCES
OCTOBER 31st AND NOVEMBER 1st, 2012
HILTON HOTEL
CARTAGENA (COLOMBIA)
INFORMATIONNOTE
Venue
The conference will be held at Hilton Hotel,
Almirante Brion Avenue, El Laguito, Cartagena
(Colombia).
Tel.:+ 57-5-665 0660
Dress code
Dress code during the conference will be business
casual (ties are optional).
Registration
Please note that participation in the conference is
strictly by invitation only. We will send the link to
the online registration form by email to our invitees.
Source: Hilton Hotel.
If you have already received the invitation, visit the
following link: Registration.
Accommodation
Documents and presentations
Accommodation expenses shall be paid directly
by the invitees.
Please go to the website for all documentation
relating to the OECD Conference on Financial
Education: click here.
Working Languages
The conference will be held in English and Spanish.
Simultaneous translation will be available for the
entire conference.
Meals and social events
Lunch: Lunch for all participants will be offered
during the conferences.
Evening: There will be a cocktail offered by CAF –
Latin-American Development Bank on
October 31st.
City Tour: The City Tour will be held on
November 2nd.
Spouses/partners: There is no programme arranged
for participants’ spouses.
Description: Strategically located by the
Caribbean Sea, the Hilton Hotel is close to the
main sights of the city. We highly recommend
that you book your accommodation as soon as
possible.
Room rates: COP419.000 (USD230 approx. per
night).
Cancellation policy: If you wish to cancel
accomodation please do so 1 day prior to arrival
to avoid cancellation penalties.
How to book: Hilton Cartagena Hotel has
developed a special website to facilitate the
booking process of participants. Please visit:
Hilton Hotel Cartagena
Additional hotel information
Hotel Dann Cartagena
Classification:
Rates from USD 173
For more information you can visit the website:
click here.
Hotel Caribe Cartagena
Calification:
Rates from USD 194
For more information you can visit the website:
click here.
Cartagena de Indias (Colombia); courtesy: Proexport Colombia.
Passports and Visas
The conference organizers cannot assist in
procuring passports and visas. All delegates will
be personally responsible for ensuring that they
are in possession of the correct documentation
prior to their departure.
Please follow this link to follow more information
about passport and visa requirements: click here
The organizers do not accept responsibility for
any consequences whatsoever from a delegate
failing to ensure that he or she has complied
Important Notice: Cartagena hosts a great
number of International Conferences and
Meetings. Therefore, it is advisable to make your
hotel reservation, at least 45 days before the
Conference takes place.
with the necessary health, passport and visa
requirements.
Applications for visas (for countries that require
a visa) should be submitted to the nearest
Colombian diplomatic or consular representative
abroad.
Registered participants who require an official
invitation letter for visa purposes should contact:
Mr. Juan Carlos López
Colombian Deposit Insurance Fund (FOGAFIN)
E-mail: juan.lopez@fogafin.gov.co
Tel.: +57 (1) 339 4240, Ext. 207
Colombia
Getting there
Taxi
Rafael Nuñez International Airport is situated two
kilometres north of the city. Transfer to the Hilton
Cartagena Hotel is ten kilometres and takes
approximately 15 minutes by car.
A taxi station can be found at the Rafael Nuñez
International Airport. (USD10 Approx.). For
security reasons, we suggest you to take your
cab, from a taxi station authorized by the airport
authorities.
Further Enquiries
For further information about the programme
of the conference, please contact:
Mr. Andrea Grifoni
Organization for Economic Co-operation and
Development (OECD).
E-mail: andrea.Grifoni@oecd.org
Tel.: +33 (0)1 45 24 83 53
Mr. Juan Carlos López
Colombian Deposit Insurance Fund (FOGAFIN)
E-mail: juan.lopez@fogafin.gov.co
Tel.: +57 (1) 3 39 42 40, Ext. 207
Cartagena de Indias (Colombia); courtesy: Proexport Colombia.
For further information about registration and
logistics, please contact:
Ms. Jennah Huxley
Organization for Economic Co-operation and
Development (OECD).
E-mail: jennah.huxley@oecd.org
Tel.: +33 (0)14524 8555
HISTORY
Cartagena was founded in 1533 as a small
coastal base. Its strategic location and the
characteristics of its natural harbor, transformed
this city into a thriving sea commerce center,
which has positioned Cartagena as one of the
richest and most important ports of the New
World.
In 1586, the citizens of Cartagena began to build
the huge walls of the city. In the early eighteenth
century, “La Heróica” (as it is known locally) was
considered as an impenetrable city, and is reason
why Simón Bolívar, leader of the independence
process in Colombia, remained there during the
revolution of 1811 against the Spanish.
The last two decades have witnessed its
renaissance, and it is now is the most touristic
city in Colombia. A growing number of national
and international tourists fall in love with its
history, its colonial architecture and its people.
Cartagena de Indias (Colombia); courtesy: Proexport Colombia.
Climate
Bank hours
Thanks to its South American location, Cartagena
enjoys a mild, tropical climate. The average
annual year-round temperature in Cartagena
is 88°F (30°C). Humidity here is high with an
average annual humidity rate of 90%. Cartagena
averages 40 inches of rain a year, with the “high”
rainy season being the month of October.
Banks open Monday to Friday, from 8:00 until
11:30 and from 14:00 until 16:00. Some banks
have extended hours from 17:00 until 19:00, and
on Saturday morning.
Average maximum temperature in October:
88°F (30°C)
Average minimum temperature in October:
76°F (24°C)
The local currency in Cartagena is the peso (COP;
Col$ symbol), but credit cards are accepted (Visa
and MasterCard are widely accepted, American
Express and Diners Club less so).
Do bear in mind that these temperatures are
averages, and the weather may fluctuate from
the normal.
USD/COP: $1,840 Approx.
EUR/COP: $2,200 Approx.
GBP/COP: $2,800 Approx.
Time Zone
Tax
/
Currency $
Colombia is located in the time zone UTC/GMT -5
hours. No daylight saving time in 2012.
Sunrise in October: 05:53
Sunset in October: 17:38
Value added tax is charged on most items
(10% or 16%).
Opening Hours
Voltage: 110-120 Volts
Cartagena has long opening hours:
Shopping centers and department stores open
from 10:00 to 22:00 (this may change from one
establishment to another). Small shops open their
doors at 9:00 until 19:00.
You are advised to check your appliance before
travelling to see whether you need a plug adaptor
or a voltage transformer. Multi-voltage appliances
(laptops, etc.) require a plug adapter. 220-240V
appliances require a plug adapter + step-up
transformer.
In Cartagena lunch is served from 12:00 until
15:00 and dinner from 19:00 to 22:00. Bars open
their doors between 17:00 and 19:00 until 4:00.
Electrical supply
Tipping
Medical Assistance
Restaurants add a 10% service charge to service
bills which is not obligatory. However, it is
customary to leave some tip.
It is suggested that you take out personal medical
insurance for the duration of your trip.
Customs
The custom control in Colombia is governed by
the Directorate of National Taxes and Customs.
Personal safety for tourists
Most visits to Colombia are trouble free. Cartagena
can be safely visited by tourists provided they
take basic common-sense precautions.
Immunization
Entering Colombia does not require any form of
immunization. For tourists planning to visit jungle
regions, yellow fever vaccines are recommended.
These should be completed al least 15 days prior
to departure. More information on this topic can
be found at the Colombian Official Travel Guide
(Health Tips at the end of the page): click here
Indemnity
While every care is being taken in all arrangements,
please note that the organizers will not be liable
for any accident, loss or damage during the
congress period. Delegates must make their own
personal insurance arrangements.
Important phone numbers
Police: 112
Firefighters: 119
Red Cross Society: 125
Airport: 656 9200
Coastguard: 655 0316
Tourism Agency: + 57 (5) 655 0277
Hospitals
Naval Bocagrande
Carrera 2 con avenida San Martín
Tel.: + 57 (5) 665 5360
Bocagrande
Bocagrande, calle 15 con carrera 6
Tel.: + 57 (5) 650 2800
Centro Médico Bocagrande
Castillogrande, calle 5 # 6A-19
+ 57 (5) 655 0106
Cartagena de Indias (Colombia); cortesía: Proexport Colombia.
Tourist Websites
Photo gallery and videos
Colombia Travel: click here
To learn more about Cartagena, click here
Cartagena de Indias Travel: click here
Consulates
CANADA
Bocagrande
Carrera 3 # 8-129 edificio
Centro Ejecutivo, oficina 1103
+ 57 (5) 665 5838
UNITED STATES
Carrera 3 # 36-37
Calle de la factoría
+ 57 (5) 660 0415
FRANCE
Plaza Fernández Madrid # 37-34
+ 57 (5) 664 6714
CHILE
Bocagrande
Carrera 4 # 5-74
+ 57 (5) 665 3958
ECUADOR
Centro, Calle Gastelbondo,
Edificio Santo Domingo, L. 1
+ 57 (5) 664 5083
SPAIN
Claustro Santo Domingo # 2-34
+ 57 (5) 664 0904
VENEZUELA
Edificio Centro Ejecutivo, oficina 14-2
+ 57 (5) 665 0382
MEXICO
Manga
Avenida 3 # 21-205
+ 57 (5) 660 5742
BRAZIL
Calle Real del Cabrero
Carrera 2 # 41-29
+ 57 (5) 656 5744
PANAMA
Bocagrande
Calle 6 # 7-50 edificio Regata
+ 57 (5) 665 3171
MAPS
A. Bocagrande - Laguito
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1. Hilton Hotel
2. El Conquistador Building
3. Pierno Gallo Mall
4. Dann Hotel
5. Las tres Carabelas Building
6. Caribe Hotel
7. Flanagan park
8. Cartagena club
9. Bocagrande Hospital
10. Naval Club
11. Dorado Hotel
12. Carulla Shop
13. Almirante Estelar Hotel
14. BodyTech gym
15. Church of Perpetuo Socorro
16. Capilla Del Mar Hotel
17. Bocagrande Mall
18. Decameron Hotel
19. Jorge Washington school
20. Olimpica Shop
21. Seguros Bolívar Building
22. Bahía Hotel
23. Charlotte Hotel
24. Millenium Hotel
25. San Martín Hotel
26. Barahona 446 Hotel
27. Barahona International Hotel
28. Casa Andrea, Veleros, shark,
House Of Tourist
29. Turipana apartments
30. The Beach Apartments
31. Kim apartments
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B. Historical center
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LAS ÁNIMAS
LAGUNA DEL CABRERO
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LAGUNA DE SAN LÁZARO
1. Charleston Hotel
2. Naval Museum
3. St. Peter Claver Church
4. Museum Of Modern Art
5. Mayoral
6. “Marqués De Premio Real” House
7. Clock Tower Public
8. Portal Of Sweets
9. Government of Bolívar
10. Gold Museum
11. Bolívar park
12. Palace Of The Inquisition
13. Santodomingo Church
14. The Cathedral of Cartagena
15. “Marques De Valdehoyos” House
16. Teatro Heredia
17. Cloister of “La Merced”
18. Convent of “San Agustín”
19. Cartagena Mint
20. Santo Toribío Church
21. Santa Clara Hotel
22. College Of Fine Arts
23. Convention Center
24. Church Of La Tercera Orden
25. Convent of San Francisco
26. Ridge of Martyrs
27. Centennial park
28. Church Of The Trinity
29. Church of San Roque
30. Rafael Núñez Museum
31. Apollo park
32. Ermita Del Cabrero
33. Castle of San Felipe De Barajas
34. Bed & Breakfast Zaghan De La Huerta
35. Tom apartments
36. Lee apartments
CONFERENCIA SOBRE EDUCACIÓN FINANCIERA
AVANCE DE LAS POLÍTICAS Y PRÁCTICAS
GLOBALES Y LA EXPERIENCIA LATINOAMERICANA
31 DE OCTUBRE Y 1 DE NOVIEMBRE DE 2012
CARTAGENA (COLOMBIA)
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