Please view the sections below for more information about logistical arrangements for core sessions and thematic workshops.
Please note that course fees cover all meals provided during trainings and workshops, as well as tuition and course materials. Course fees do not include travel or accommodation expenses (see details below by location). Casual dress is appropriate for all events; however, a more formal attire (no jeans or tee shirt) is suggested for dinners hosted during core training sessions.
Cambridge (December 15-19, 2008)
As individual information sheets and agendas are available you will be able to download them here. Please check back closer to the date of training for available documents.
Core Training
Thematic workshop on Crisis Management and Decision Making
Accommodations
The course fee does not cover accommodations, and participants are responsible for individual arrangements.
Please click here to view a list of accommodations in the Harvard Square area. Early booking is recommended; participants should contact hotels directly to inquire about availability.
Transportation
Ground Transportation
All training venues are located just a few minutes away from Harvard Square in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Transportation to the seminar venue or the on-campus accommodations is not included in the course fee, and will not be arranged by the organizers.
By Taxi
From Boston Logan International Airport, a taxi to Harvard Square will take 25-45 minutes, depending on traffic, and may cost up to $45 (+ gratuity).
By Subway
Harvard Square is also accessible by public transportation. The nearest subway station to all Cambridge venues is the “Harvard” stop on the red line. The Cronkhite Center (on-campus accommodation option) is approximately a 10 minute walk from the subway station. From the airport, public transportation to the Cronkhite Center can take from 45 minutes to 1 hour. For detailed directions to the Cronkhite Center by car or public transportation, please visit http://www.radcliffe.edu/about/directions.aspx.
If driving, please be advised that parking in Cambridge is extremely limited. On-campus parking requires a parking permit. A limited number of temporary parking permits are available at an extra cost and MUST be requested at least 3 weeks in advance.
Computer Services
Participants will have free access to two computers in the meeting venue. The computers will be available only during breaks and outside of seminar activities. Wireless Internet access is also available in certain areas of the campus.
Area Maps
Harvard Square is a busy commercial and service center that features numerous stores, restaurants, bars, and movie theaters as well as several banks and pharmacies. Online maps of Harvard Square and the university campus are available here and here.
Brussels, Belgium
Logistical information for the Brussels-based trainings will be available in due time.
Jakarta, Indonesia
Logistical information for the Jakarta-based trainings will be available in due time.
Nairobi, Kenya
Logistical information for all Nairobi-based trainings will be available in due time. |
