Logistics & Accomodation

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Hotel/Accommodation information

Darling Harbour boasts a range of accommodation to suit any visitor’s taste and budget. It is recommended that you book your accommodation at your earliest convenience as the area is very popular for international tourists and Australian travelers alike, and especially other CeBIT attendees. The below sites may help you narrow down the many choices available to you:

(www.darlingharbour.com/)
(http://www.sydney.visitorsbureau.com.au/page3-02.html)
(http://www.discoversydney.com.au/things/darling.html)

We are also trying to figure out arrangements for people to share accommodation and billeting, such as http://airbedandbreakfast.com

Travel

Sydney is serviced by planes, trains, boats and automobiles. For your travel information, have a look at Wikitravel.

Food

Sydney is also home to a wide variety of culinary treasures, sure to please all tastes and budgets.

Venue Location

The Sydney Convention Center is conveniently located just outside of the Sydney CBD with easy access via car or public transportation. Parking is available on Darling Drive, underneath the exhibition halls, with direct access to both the Centre and surrounding attractions of Darling Harbour. Daily rate for vehicles is AUD$27. For directions to the SCC and detailed parking information, visit (http://www.scec.com.au/location/directions.cfm).

Surrounding Area/Activities

Located in the picturesque tourist mecca of Darling Harbour, the Sydney Convention Center is a surrounded by a hub of activity, featuring internationally acclaimed dining, nightlife and activities to suit any visitor’s taste. For more information on things to do, nearby accommodation and great places to eat visit (www.darlingharbour.com/).

Visa Information

International visitors to Sydney, Australia are required to obtain a visitor’s visa for the length of their stay. The Department of Immigration suggests that a visa application be submitted at least 4-6 weeks before your trip (depending on your country of origin). For more information on the current immigration regulations and visa conditions, please visit (http://www.immi.gov.au) .