Who Should Attend?
The 13th World Conference
on Lung Cancer will be one
of the largest international
gatherings of clinicians and
scientists in the lung cancer
field. Those interested in
all aspects of lung cancer
including surgeons, medical
oncologists, radiation
oncologists, pulmonologists,
radiologists, pathologists,
epidemiologists, basic research
scientists, nurses and allied
health professionals are
encouraged to attend this
Conference.
Official Language
The official language of the 13th World Conference on Lung Cancer is English.
On-Site Services
The Registration & Information Desk will be available on-site to assist delegates with any questions regarding
the Conference as well as local information. The Registration & Information Desk will be located in the Level 1
Lobby of Moscone West.
Internet Café
An Internet Café will be available (at no charge) to all delegates during the Conference. The Internet Café will be located in the Exhibition Hall.
Getting to San Francisco
San Francisco International Airport (SFO), the “gateway to the Pacific,” is a world-class airport serving tens of millions of domestic and international passengers annually.
Getting to and from the San Francisco International Airport
We recommend delegates take public transit whenever possible—and there are plenty of options to choose from. BART rapid rail connects SFO to San Mateo County, San Francisco and the East Bay. Caltrain commuter rail also serves SFO (transfer at Millbrae to BART). SamTrans buses link SFO to San Mateo County, San Francisco and Palo Alto. For car rentals, SFO’s Rental Car Center is a convenient location for both pick-up and drop-off, and is served by the AirTrain automated people mover.
Other transportation options for SFO include airporter buses, pre-arranged vans and door-to-door vans, taxis, limousines and charter bus operators. For details on availability by pick-up/drop-off location, please click on the transportation services link.
Official Travel Agency
Forbes Travel International Ltd. has been appointed as the official Travel Agent for the 13th World Conference on Lung Cancer. For assistance booking your travel with the Official Airline Network and/or Car Rental Company, please contact:
| Forbes Travel International Ltd. Toll Free in North America +1 800 983 2299 Phone +1 604 689 0461 |
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| Contact: Cathy Wood Direct Phone +1 604 639 8807 cathy@forbes-travel.com |
OR | Contact: Lisa Knotts Direct Phone: +1 604 630 4803 lisa@forbes-travel.com |
NOTE: Hotel reservations cannot be made through Forbes Travel. Hotel reservations must be booked through the registration form via International Conference Services, the official housing bureau for WCLC.
Italian Secretariat
Alijet & Fargo International is appointed to be the referent between the Italian Pharmaceutical Companies and the Italian Health Ministry as to the collection and submission of the legal documentation required by the Italian Legislative Order n.541 of December 30, 1992, Art.12, Para 3. Contact: Alijet & Fargo International S.r.l. - Via Petro Marconcelli 44/46/48 - 50137 Firenze - Email: fsarkisian@alifargoint.it
Official Airline Network
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Save up to 20% on Travel with the Star Alliance Network. The Star Alliance™ member airlines are pleased to be appointed as the Official Airline Network for the 13th World Conference on Lung Cancer. To obtain the Star Alliance™ Convention Plus discounts, please call the reservation office of a participating Star Alliance Member Airline and quote the following Convention Code: UA02S09. Registered participants plus one accompanying person travelling to the event are automatically granted a discount of up to 20%, depending on fare class of travel booked. The participating airlines for this event are: Adria Airways, Air Canada, Air China, Air New Zealand, ANA, Asiana Airlines, Austrian Airlines, bmi, Croatia Airlines, LOT Polish Airlines, Lufthansa, Scandinavian Airlines, Singapore Airlines, South African Airways, Spanair, SWISS International Air Lines, TAP Portugal, United. For booking information please visit: www.staralliance.com/conventionplus Discounts are offered on published business and ecomony fares, excluding website/ internet fares, senior and youth fares, group fares and Round the World fares. Please note: For travel from Japan and New Zealand special fares or discounts are offered by the participating airlines on their own network. When making your travel plans please present confirmation of your registration or proof of attendance. AFTER YOUR TRIP |
Official Car Rental Company
Avis has been appointed as the Official Car Rental Company for the 13th World Conference on Lung Cancer. To make a car rental reservation please visit the AVIS website or contact Forbes Travel.
Passport, Visa and Border-Crossing Information
At the time of writing, to enter the USA, a valid passport is required for citizens of all countries. Visas are required for residents of certain countries; please contact your local US Embassy, Consulate or High Commission Office for the specific requirements for your country of origin.
For more information, please refer to:
http://www.unitedstatesvisas.gov
http://usembassy.state.gov/
Letter of Invitation for Visa Policy
An official Letter of Invitation to obtain a Visa and authorization to attend the 13th World Conference on Lung Cancer will be issued ONLY after the Registration Form and full payment have been received.
Travel and Health Insurance
It is strongly recommended that participants take out insurance to cover loss incurred in case of cancellation,
medical expenses and damage to or loss of personal effects. The organizers of the 13th World Conference on Lung
Cancer will not be responsible for any medical costs incurred by participants. The Organizing Committee will
not accept liability for personal injuries or for loss or damage to property belonging to Conference participants,
either during or as a result of the Conference or during any tours.
Information for People with Disabilities
For more information, please contact:
People With Disabilities Foundation
507 Polk Street, Suite 430
San Francisco, CA 94102
Tel: +1-415-931-3070
Email:info@pwdf.org
Web: http://www.pwdf.org/index.html
The LOC has taken steps to reduce the environmental effects from printing for the 13th World Conference on Lung Cancer. Approximate environmental savings from using recycled paper for printed announcements and other paper saving measures to date (December 2008) are as follows:
| Water-borne waste not created | 81.82 Kg (180.39 lbs) |
| Wastewater flow saved | 100,449.69 L (26,536 gallons) |
| Solid waste not generated | 1,331.75 Kg (2,936 lbs) |
| Net greenhouse gases prevented | 2,622.22 Kg (5,781 lbs) |
| Energy not consumed | 44,250,150 BTUs |
| Trees preserved | 62.5 |
