The Under 30 Summit EMEA
Travel Guide
We are excited to host you in Israel for the 2nd annual Forbes Under 30 Summit EMEA. In preparation for
your trip, we have compiled this reference guide. If you have any further questions, please feel free to reach
out to us anytime at [email protected]
Summit at a Glance
The Forbes Under 30 Summit EMEA will take place April 2-6, 2017, starting in Tel Aviv and finishing in the
Old City of Jerusalem.
Sunday April 2 (Tel Aviv)
Tel Aviv Stock Exchange (TASE)
9:00 Opening Bell Ceremony & Press Conference (Optional)
17:00 Opening Reception: A Taste of Israel
We kick off the week at the Tel Aviv Beach, on the shores of the Mediterranean.
Monday April 3 (Tel Aviv)
10:00 – 14:00 “Innovation: Reimagining Humanity”
A daylong celebration of innovation and startups! The HaTachana, Tel Aviv’s old train station, will be
transformed into the Under 30 Village, showcasing companies, fun interactive demos and simulations,
networking areas, a VIP lounge and more.
Tuesday April 4 (Tel Aviv to Jerusalem)
“Exploration: From the Rothschild to Old Jerusalem”
10:00 Morning Tel Aviv: Open House on Rothschild Boulevard. At the heart of Tel Aviv’s financial center,
entrepreneurs and funders on famous Rothschild Boulevard open their office doors to Summit participants.
13:00 Afternoon: Transfer to Jerusalem, and guided tours of the Old City (Forbes provided)
20:00 Evening Jerusalem: At night, the bars and cafes of Jerusalem’s bustling nightlife center, the Shuk, come
alive. Participants trade their U30 coupons for food and drink at participating marketplace outlets. Music will fill
the alleyways, and a DJ will turn the market into the hottest dance club on the planet for a night.
Wednesday April 5 (Jerusalem)
“Inspiration: Making a Difference, Healing the World”
10:00 A chance to give back: in small groups, participants set out across Greater Israel to visit inspiring sites,
talk with world-class experts and brainstorm solutions to social problems with NGOs and social entrepreneurs.
22:30 Forbes Under 30 Music Festival at The Tower of David
Thursday April 6 - Inspiration Continued: Dawn at Masada, Recovery at the Dead Sea
Sunrise Inspiration and reflection—starting with sunrise at Masada, followed by floating in the Dead Sea.
13:00 Summit concludes in Jerusalem.
*Agenda subject to change
Getting to Israel
Airport: The closest airport to the Summit kick-off is Tel Aviv Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
http://www.iaa.gov.il/en-US/airports/bengurion
Visa: Overseas participants will be required to meet normal Israeli entry requirements before a visa can be
granted. Please seek advice from your local travel specialist or consulate. It is important that participants apply
for a visa, if required, well in advance of anticipated travel. Check that your passport has more than 6 months
validity from the date of entry into Israel.
Transport from Ben Gurion International Airport to Tel Aviv:
- Train (20 minutes): the station is located on Level S (the lowest floor) of Terminal 3. The service does not
operate on Shabbat (from Friday afternoon to Saturday night) and Jewish holidays. It is recommended to
check the train schedule in advance-http://www1.rail.co.il/en/stations/pages/8600.aspx
- Bus, taxi or Shuttle: http://www.telaviv-airport.com/transportation.php
Where to Stay
Here is a list of recommended hotels in Tel Aviv and Jerusalem. When booking, please mention that you are
part of the Forbes Under 30 Summit group. Alternatively, you can check out Airbnb for unique lodging
options.
TEL AVIV
Carlton Hotel - complete and return form on pg. 4 no later than March 10
http://www.carlton.co.il/en
Rate (USD/night) ** including breakfast
Superior (city view) - single USD280; double USD300
Premium (partial sea view) - single USD300; double USD320
Deluxe (full sea view) - single USD340; double USD360
Atlas Hotels - complete and return form on pg. 5-6 no later than March 15
http://www.atlas.co.il/
Rate (USD/night) ** including breakfast
1. 65 Hotel - single USD180; double USD200
2. Melody Hotel - single USD164; double USD184
3. Cinema Hotel - single USD150; double USD165
4. Artplus Hotel - single USD150; double USD165
JERUSALEM
Atlas Hotels - complete and return form on pg. 5-6 no later than March 15
1. Arthur Hotel - single USD150; double USD165
2. Harmony Hotel - single USD150; double USD165
Leonardo Plaza Hotel - reservation cut-off date is March 14
Rate (USD/night) ** - single USD189; double USD220; triple USD303
To reserve please email [email protected] with the following details:
Group name (Forbes), passport number, exact dates, number of guests, credit card for guarantee (the email is
secured)
Useful Information
Currency: The State of Israel’s currency is the Israeli Shekel (ILS). Approx. exchange rate: €1=ILS4 and
$1=ILS3.75. Foreign currency can be exchanged at the airport, banks, post offices, most hotels or licensed
exchange agencies in large cities. A passport is required when exchanging travelers’ checks. Exchange rates
vary from place to place, and banks charge a commission.
Banks: opening hours vary, and many are closed on Saturdays and public holidays. Most are open between:
8.30am - 12.00 noon (Sunday to Friday)
4pm - 6pm (Sunday, Tuesday and Thursday).
Value added tax @ 17%: Tourists are eligible for a VAT (sales tax) refund on qualifying purchases. This does
not apply to those with Israeli citizenship or passports.
https://taxes.gov.il/English/Vat/Pages/Guides/Vat-Refund-for-Tourists.aspx
Electricity: The voltage in Israel is 220V and plug type H (three round-pin) or C (two round-pin) http://www.worldstandards.eu/electricity/plugs-and-sockets/h/
Check your appliances before traveling, and pack a transformer and adaptor plugs if necessary.
Weather: Daytime temperatures range from 65-75F/20-26C degrees across most of the country (although
hotter around the Dead Sea and Red Sea). In Jerusalem, evening temperatures range from 45-55F/10-15C
degrees. Possibility of light rain.
Summit dress code: Smart casual. For visits to holy sites avoid shorts and revealing clothing, and be prepared
to cover arms and head. Carry a shawl/wrap, just in case.
Useful Links/ Numbers
Police: Dial 100
http://www.israelweather.co.il/english/index.asp
http://www.inisrael.com/tour/jer/index.html
http://www.jerusalem.com/
Forbes Under 30 Summit – March/April 2017
Dear guest,
We are very much looking forward to welcoming you to the Carlton Tel Aviv Hotel.
If there is anything that we can do to assist you both prior to your arrival and during your stay, please do not
hesitate to ask.
In order to book a room at the Carlton Tel Aviv, please fill in the following details.
Arrival dates
Departure dates
Type of room
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31.03.17
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Superior
(City view)
Premium
(partial sea view)
Deluxe
(full sea view)
Board
Bed & Breakfast
Bed & Breakfast
Bed & Breakfast
Rate- USD
Per Night
Sgl- 280 USD
Double-300 USD
Sgl- 300 USD
Double-320 USD
Sgl- 340 USD
Double-360 USD
Rates are net to the hotel
VAT to be added for guest holding Israeli passport
PLEASE FILL THE FOLLOWING DETAILS:
Name & last name: ..................................................
Nationaliy: ............................................
Passport Number: ……………………………
Arrival date…………..….Departure date………………..…….
Number of adults in the room…….. Name & last name of the second adult ……………….,
MAXIMUM CAPACITY IN A ROOM 2 ADULTS + CHILD
Smoking room …yes/no
Further requests………………………………………………………….
Phone number: ……………………… E-mail address: …………………………..
RESERVATION WILL NOT BE CONFIRMED WITHOUT CREDIT CARD.
Credit card details:
Type ……………..Number: ………………….………………….. Exp.date ………………….. Credit card is for guarantee only.
Payment will be collected at the hotel.
Cancellation can be made 48 hours prior to arrival date with no charge.
Please forward this form to: [email protected] and [email protected]
Looking forward to see you among our guests.
42 HAMASGER TEL AVIV ISRAEL TEL: 972-3-5425555,
FAX: 972-3-7608920 E-MAIL :
AYELET @ATLASHOTELS.CO.IL
DATE:
March 14, 2017
ATTENTION:
Reservations – Ayelet Giat
REF:
21507
FORBES
April 4-7 2017 JERUSALEM
March 30/3- April 4 Tel Aviv
JERUSALEM
HOTEL:
Room type:
Single
Double:
Guest name :
Arrival date:
Check-in 14:00:
Departure date
Check-out 12:00
Credit card details for the
guarantee:
№:
Expiration date: ____ / ____
Card holder’s name
(if different than guest name)
Contact information (tel /
email) :
PLEASE SEND THE FORM :
[email protected]
[email protected]
TEL-AVIV
JERUSALEM
,Arthur Hotel / Harmony Hotel Jrusalem.
The rate per single room per night including breakfast: $150
The rate per double room per night including breakfast: $165
TEL AVIV:
.Shalom Hotel / 65 Hotel
The rate per single room per night including breakfast: $180
The rate per double room per night including breakfast: $200
You have the option to upgrade to a superior room with supplement: $27
Melody Hotel
The rate per single room per night including breakfast: $164
The rate per double room per night including breakfast: $184
You have the option to upgrade to a superior room with supplement: $27
.Cinema, Center Chic , Artplus , Yam ,Hotels
The rate per single room per night including breakfast: $150
The rate per double room per night including breakfast: $165
.Please note, Israeli passport holders need to add VAT to the rate
www.atlas.co.il