Language, Currency and Credit Cards

The language spoken in Austria is German. The currency used is the Euro (€). Most hotels, restaurants and shops accept internationally valid credit cards as well as debit cards with the “Maestro” logo.

Climate

The average temperature in Vienna in November is between 3 and 7 °C.

Time Zone

Austria follows Central European Time, which is Universal Coordinated Time + 1, during the period of the meeting.

Electricity

The electric voltage is 220 volts (50 cycles). A standard voltage converter and plug adapter should be sufficient for conversions. Normally, the electrical outlets in Vienna require a two-prong plug with round prongs. Computer modems require a European plug adapter and phone jack adapter that can be easily purchased at an appliance store for about € 1.50.

Shopping

Shops are generally open from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on weekdays, and from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Saturdays.  Shops are closed on Sundays.

Arrival at the International Airport of Vienna-Schwechat

Vienna International Airport is located about 16 km south-east of Vienna. Public transport to the city centre is provided by:

• Shuttle bus (Vienna Airport Lines) serving several destinations in the city centre (every 20 minutes). There is also a shuttle bus that makes a stop in front of VIC. This shuttle bus leaves the airport every hour from 7:10 a.m. to 20:10 p.m.  Travel time is about 20 to 30 minutes, and the fare is € 6 for one way, and € 11 for a round-trip.
• S-Bahn (regional train), every 30 minutes, € 3.40 for one trip to the city, connecting trips with public transport within Vienna city are included.
• The City Airport Train (CAT) runs every 30 minutes from the Airport Train Station to the city centre (Wien Mitte). The train journey lasts 16 minutes and costs € 9.00 for one-way.
• There is a taxi stand in front. A taxi from the airport to the city centre costs approximately  € 35.

More detailed information is available at http://www.viennaairport.com/.