14th International Inner Wheel Convention 2009-General Info

1. Climate:

2. Average Temperatures:

3. Currency:

Malaysian Ringgit (RM). Travellers cheques and foreign currencies can
be charged for Malaysian Ringgit at banks, hotels and at major shopping complexes.
Most major hotels charge a nominal fee for currency conversion
There are many banks located within 10 mins drive by taxi/shuttle from Stutera Harbour Resorts.

4. Major Credit and Charge Cards:

5. Banking Hours:

6. Electricity:

7. Language:

8. Entry Requirements:

A valid passport (and visa wherever applicable) is required
A Social or Tourist Visit Pass does not permit the holder to take up employment, business or professional work in Malaysia
The Business Visit Pass allows foreign visitors to enter the country for business negotiations or inspection of business premises. These passes however, cannot be used for employment purposes or for supervising the installation of new machinery or the construction of a factory
No fee is charged for a Business Visit Pass issued for a period of up to three months. A fee of RM5 is imposed for each month thereafter

9.KK City Map

9.Special Requirements

Please give details of any special diet or disability assistance required on your registration form.

10.Goods and Services Tax

Goods and services in Malaysia are subject to a tax. This tax is usually included in the price and, if not, it is clearly stated. This tax cannot be claimed back when leaving the country.

11.Tipping

Tipping is not expected in Malaysia and it is only offered for excellent service.

12.Insurance

In registering for the 14th International Inner wheel Convention, participants agree that neither IIW headquaters nor the organising secretariat assume any liability whatsoever. Participants must make their own arrangements for health and travel insurance.

13.Merchandising at Convention

There will be a sales booth available operated by Inner Wheel District 330, selling items for visitors to Kota Kinabalu, Sabah.

14.Dress Code

Business Sessions Smart Casual
Welcome Reception Business attire
Hospitality Evening Smart Casual
Gala Dinner National dress or formal attire (No Black Tie)
*Bring along your dancing shoes

15.Flights

AirAsia – flies from

Asiana – flies from

Dragonair – flies from

Silk Air – flies from

Korean Air – flies from