Rowett Institute of Nutrition and Health,
University of Aberdeen, Scotland (UK) & the
Institut National de la Recherche Agronomique,
Clermont-Ferrand-Theix (France)
Location
The conference will be held in the Aberdeen Exhibition and Conference Centre (AECC). Details of how to get there can be found on their website click here.
General Information
Passport and Visa
Participants are strongly advised to determine which requirements apply to them with respect to entering the UK. For information please consult your nearest British Embassy or travel agent.
Weather
Scotland's position on the edge of the European continent with sea on three sides and England with its cold and wet conditions on the fourth side means that the weather is very varied! In June the weather is unpredictable, it can be glorious, but wet and windy conditions are not unusual.
The average high temperature is 16ºC, with the average low temperature being 9ºC.
Arrival
There are taxi ranks at the train station and airport. A taxi from the airport to the City Centre or the AECC costs approximately £15 – £20. A taxi from the station costs approximately £6 - £10.
Internet Access while at the AECC
Wireless internet access is available at AECC and can be purchased when you are at the conference, or can be pre-ordered at http://www.wifb.net/
The costs are:
| £5.00 | One Hour |
| £20.00 | 24 Hours |
| £75.00 | One Week |
Wireless internet access is available in most buildings on the University campus. Visitors from participating institutions can connect to the eduroam network when visiting Aberdeen by using credentials provided by their home organisation. Other visitors will be able to obtain a guest user ID from the conference organisers at the registration desk.
More information can be found at: http://www.abdn.ac.uk/wireless/index.shtml
Buses and Taxis
The bus numbers 1, 2, 13 and 40 all run from the city centre of Aberdeen via King’s Street and Ellon Road. A short walk from Scotstown Road to the AECC is required if you take a 1 or a 2, both a 13 and 40 will take you all the way to the AECC. Bus number 20 runs from King’s College Campus to the City Centre.
Taxis can be ordered from:
| Rainbow/City Taxis | 01224 878787 |
| Comcabs | 01224 353535 |
| Central Taxis | 01224 898989 |
Car Parking
Ample car parking is available at the AECC. On-campus parking at the University is available if you are staying in King’s Halls.
Currency and Banks
The official currency of UK is £ sterling. Commonly accepted credit cards are Visa, and Mastercard. Display signs are usually visible in all restaurants and shops indicating which cards they accept.
Travellers' cheques can be cashed at most banks. Most banks are closed on Saturdays and all day Sunday. There are foreign exchange booths at all major airports and in Aberdeen city centre. There is a Bank of Scotland on campus, which has an ATM, this is located in the High Street. There is a full range of Banks in Aberdeen city centre.
Eating Out in Aberdeen
As with other cities, Aberdeen has a wide range of eateries catering for most tastes! You can get links to a range of restaurants from http://www.webcafe.co.uk/ most of which provide a sample menu and an indication of price.
Local favourites in the City:
| Olive Tree/Black Olive (European) | 01224 208877 |
| Bistro Verde (Seafood) | 01224 208877 |
| Blue Moon (Indian) | 01224 589977 |
| Café 52 (Mixed) | 01224 590094 |
| The Stage Door (European) | 01224 642111 |
| Sam’s (Chinese) | 01224 626233 |
| Rustico (Southern Italian) | 01224 658444 |
| The Nawaab Tandoori (Indian) | 01224 624752 |
| The Ashvale (Fish n’ Chips) | 01224 596981 |
| La Bonne Baquette (Bistro/Steak) | 01224 644445 |
Smoking
There is no smoking allowed in any enclosed public area in Scotland.
Extending your Visit
If you are keen to stay longer either in the local area, or visiting the rest of Scotland, you can find information at www.visitscotland.com