Al-Khobar is a Saudi Arabian city on the Arabian Gulf. Its Corniche, a large waterfront area, includes Prince Faisal bin Fahad Sea Park, with cafes and playgrounds. Nearby, the city’s island Water Tower offers panoramic views. The Sultan Bin Abdulaziz Science & Technology Center(SciTech) has an aquarium, interactive displays and an IMAX theater. West, the Aramco Exhibit is a museum exploring the Saudi oil industry.
Grand Hyatt Al Khobar, SAUDI ARABIA
Grand Hyatt Al Khobar Hotel and Residences is a boldly designed striking hotel situated in Al Khobar’s most envious location in Al Olaya District. The hotel is only moments away from the world’s largest oil company Aramco and features a connecting bridge to one of the city’s most remarkable shopping centers, Al Rashid Mall.
Rooms have been negotiated for the following rate at Grand Hyatt Al Khobar Hotel and Residences, Saudi Arabia. Attendees to are requested to contact the hotel directly to reserve your accommodation. Kindly note the rooms are subject to availability and no rooms have been blocked.
For reservations at the Grand Hyatt Al Khobar. Kindly proceed to the following link to book your accommodation – Reservation link – Grand Hyatt Al Khobar and ensure the code G-LK00 is included under the special rate section to ensure a lower rate.
To view more details on the hotel, click here
| Room Rates / per room per night | |
| Room Type | Single Occupancy (Incl of Breakfast and WiFi Access) |
| 1 King Bed | approx. US$ 226 |
*Subject to 5% municipality fee and 15% VAT /room/night.
All international visitors are required to apply for a Visa to enter the Kingdom, please check here to understand the next steps and your eligibility for an eVisa.
eVisa Application:
Visa Application (if not eligible for eVisa):
Should you require a government-issued official visa invitation letter, please contact the individual listed below. Kindly note that any costs associated with this process will be the responsibility of the applicant.
Majdi Bakhsh l Sales & Marketing DirectorJeddah, Saudi Arabia
M: 00966 548037872
E: majdi@jeddah-vision.com
W: www.jeddah-vision.com
*The information you submit on the application form will be reviewed across several databases. It’s important that the passport details you provide correspond with the passport you will use for your travels; if they don’t match, your Visa will not be considered valid.
Airport:
King Abdulaziz International Airport (Jeddah Airport)
Local taxi from airport:
Taxis are available from King Abdulaziz International Airport (Jeddah Airport), they are located outside
the arrival’s terminal. Please go to the kiosk and not the drivers approaching you from inside the venue.
Private Taxi:
Complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi throughout Jeddah Airport to book Careem or Uber.
Rooms have been negotiated for the below rates at the InterContinental Kuala Lumpur. Attendees are requested to please contact the hotel directly to reserve your accommodation – IGS Conference 2024 Kuala Lumpur. Kindly note the rooms are subject to availability and no rooms have been blocked.
These rates are inclusive of buffet breakfast at Serena Brasserie, Lobby Floor. All prices are in Ringgit Malaysia (MYR) and exclude taxes.
Early Bird Room Rates (Bookings made till 30 August 2024) – Reserve Rooms
| Room Rates / per room per night | ||
|---|---|---|
| Room Type | Single Rate (Incl of Breakfast and WiFi Access) | Double Rate (Incl of Breakfast and WiFi Access) |
| 1 King Bed Classic | MYR 550.00 nett | MYR 600.00 nett |
| 1 King Classic High Floor | MYR 600.00 nett | MYR 650.00 nett |
| 1 King Bed Classic Lounge Access | MYR 750.00 nett (Inclusive of Club InterContinental® Benefits) | |
| Tourism Tax (TTX) | Please note that Tourism Tax @ MYR 10.00 nett per room per night is not included in the rates above. | |
*rooms are based on availability
Regular Room Rates (Bookings made from 31 August till event date) – Reserve Rooms
| Room Rates / per room per night | ||
| Room Type | Single Rate (Incl of Breakfast and WiFi Access) | Double Rate (Incl of Breakfast and WiFi Access) |
| 1 King Bed Classic | MYR 600.00 nett | MYR 650.00 nett |
| 1 King Classic High Floor | MYR 650.00 nett | MYR 700.00 nett |
| 1 King Bed Classic Lounge Access | MYR 800.00 nett (Inclusive of Club InterContinental® Benefits) | |
| Tourism Tax (TTX) | Please note that Tourism Tax @ MYR 10.00 nett per room per night is not included in the rates above. | |
*rooms are based on availability
There are two (2) methods to apply for visa:
What is eVISA?
eVISA is an electronic visa issued through an online visa application (MYVISA website) for foreign nationals wishing to enter Malaysia.
Foreign Visitors Requirement: Malaysia Digital Arrival Card (MDAC)
All foreign travellers must complete the Malaysia Digital Arrival Card (MDAC) within three (3) days prior to their scheduled arrival in Malaysia.
Steps required:
The following travellers are exempted from this new requirement:
For more information, kindly refer to the immigration website at https://www.imi.gov.my/
Abu Dhabi is the largest emirate in the United Arab Emirates and is the federal capital of the UAE.
Abu Dhabi is rich in natural wonders too. While the emirate’s famous Liwa oasis in the south of the emirate is home to some of the largest and most beautiful sand dunes in the world, the garden city of Al Ain in the foothills of Jebel Hafeet is home to several heritage sites.
Sofitel, Abu Dhabi Corniche
Each Sofitel draws inspiration from local culture and tradition while celebrating innovation and the French art de vivre to offer a one-of-a-kind, luxurious hotel experience. At the Sofitel, Abu Dhabi, stroll along the Corniche seafront as the sun goes down over the beautiful Arabian Gulf, or gaze out at the city skyline from our jazz bar. Dine on fine French, Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisine in our restaurants.
Rooms have been negotiated for the following rate at Sofitel, Abu Dhabi Corniche, UAE. Attendees to are requested to contact the hotel directly to reserve your accommodation. Kindly note the rooms are subject to availability and no rooms have been blocked.
Superior Room
*Subject to 10% service charge, 6% tourism fee, 4% municipality fee and 5% VAT and AED 15 Municipality Room fee/room/night.
For Reservations, please complete the hotel booking form
and email it to H7507-RE1@SOFITEL.COM or H7507-RE@SOFITEL.COM
To view more details on the hotel, click here
For Visa requirements for entering Abu Dhabi, please contact the nearest U.A.E embassy. Please note, the event organisers do not guarantee that you will be granted a visa, nor does it commit us to pay any expenses you may incur. It is the sole responsibility of the attendee to obtain the necessary paperwork for entry to UAE.
For more information, please refer to the below resources:
To proceed with a tourist visa application (Single entry visa) the hotel will require the following:
Kindly note that a link will be sent to you to proceed with online payment of AED 700 per tourist visa and amount of AED 5000 per applicant for guaranteed purpose only which is required prior to Visa processing. As soon as the guest exits UAE and we receive the colored scanned copies of the U.A.E. exit and entry stamps from the passport, the security deposit will be refunded.
Once all the required documents are received, the hotel will proceed with the application. The process requires an approximate time of 5 to 7 working days (Immigration office is closed on Saturday and Sunday). However, the Hotel does not guarantee if the Visa will be granted subject to immigration approval.
To proceed with visa processing through the hotel, please contact h7507-RE2@sofitel.com.
Important: It is mandatory to have a negative PCR result or green pass in the Al Hosn App for entry to the event venue.
For Non-UAE Residents: please note that it is recommended to get your PCR test done no later than 48 hours before the event date.
UAE Residents: must have a green pass in the Al Hosn App for 14 days before the event date.
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