Invitation Letter
The Organizing Committee will be pleased to send an invitation letter upon request to the participants registered in the MMS 2018. Such a letter should only be intended as a help to get funds, not as a commitment on the part of the organizers to provide any financial support. Please send your request to info@mms.events.
Passport/Visa
Any foreign visitors wishing to enter the Italian Republic must have an Identity Card (UE citizens) or a valid passport (non-EU citizens). Someone may need a Visa before coming. Email info@mms.events to get a VISA support letter but please consult your local passport authority or Italian diplomatic representatives in your Country about information they need. More information on travelling in Europe can be found at this web page.
Getting to Bari Airport
Arrival by planes. Several airlines fly to Bari, including low cost companies. Please visit the Airport web site for more information and book your flight early to get the ticket at the best price.
Arrival to Bari by Train/Bus
People who arrive in Bari from other Italian localities by train or bus (stop at or near the Railway Central Station (Stazione Bari Centrale)) can get to Karol Wojtyla Bari Airport by:
– Urban public bus (bus n. 16). The single ticket costs € 1.00 each. Travel time: 35-40 min. Tickets can be purchased in newspaper and tobacco kiosks.
– Airport Shuttle. The single ticket costs € 4.15 each. Travel time: 25-30 min. Tickets can be purchased from the driver.
– Railway (Treni Ferrotramviaria). The single ticket costs € 5.00 each. Travel time: 15 min. Tickets must be purchased on this website selecting the following options: Departure Station: Bari Centrale – Arrival Station: Bari Aeroporto.
Other useful & useless information
TIME |
Rome is one hour ahead of Greenwich Mean Time (GMT). Difference with London: -1 hour; New York City: -6 hours; Tokyo: + 8 hours. |
CLIMATE |
Mean daily temperature ranges from 20-22°C (min) to 33-36°C (max). |
TELEPHONE |
International Calls: 0039 + phone number. |
BANKS-EXCHANGE |
Italy’s official currency is the Euro. Banks are open weekdays from 8.30 to 13.30. Currency can be exchanged also at the Railway Central Station, at the airport and foreign exchange automatic points throughout the city. Most hotels, restaurants and shops accept major credit cards. |
ELECTRICITY |
Voltage is 220V; two round pin plug. |
SMOKING POLICY |
Smoking is banned in all indoor public places and in all workplaces. |
TIPPING |
In bars and restaurants service charge (servizio) is included in the bill. Tipping is not mandatory but is welcomed. |
TAXES |
VAT (value added tax; locally IVA) is normally included in the price of most goods and services. Generally the rate stands at 22% of the sale price. |
EMERGENCY |
Police 113 – Carabinieri 112 – Medical First Aid 118 |
