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<h2>Practical Information</h2>

<h3>What to Bring</h3>

<p align="justify">Please visit the <a href="http://wiki.debconf.org/wiki/DebConf11/Welcome">Welcome page</a> for a general overview of the things you should be sure to bring, and the things that you need to know.</p>

<h3>Getting to the Venue</h3>

<p align="justify">Please visit the <a href="http://wiki.debconf.org/wiki/DebConf11/TravelInfo">Travel Information page</a> for logistical travel information from various locations to the venue.</p>

<h3>Time</h3>

<p>In summer, Banja Luka is in <a href="http://www.timeanddate.com/worldclock/city.html?n=691" target="_blank">UTC/GMT +1</a> time zone.</p>

<h3>Money</h3>

<p align="justify">The currency in Bosnia and Herzegovina are the KM (convertible mark). Unfortunately, euro is no longer accepted currency in our coutry. However, there are many ATM's and exchange offices all around the city. ATMs will typically charge 1-2€ for a withdrawal.</p>

<ul>
  <li><a target="_blank" href="http://wiki.debconf.org/wiki/DebConf11/Currency">Currency, money, banks, exchange offices and all you need to know</a> (wiki)</li>
</ul>

<p align="justify">Sales tax in Banja Luka are always included in the prices you see. The generally-accepted standard rate for tipping in restaurants is 10-20% in the case of satisfactory service. It is customary to tip taxi drivers a comparable amount and bartenders ~1KM (~0.5€) per drink.</p>

<p>At the moment taxicabs do not accept credit cards as a method of payment!</p>

<h3>Weather</h3>

<p>Average temperatures:</p>

<table>
  <tr><td>Month</td><td>Avg. low</td><td>Avg. high</td></tr>
  <tr><td>June</td><td>12°C</td><td>25°C</td></tr>
  <tr><td>July</td><td>14°C</td><td>28°C</td></tr>
  <tr><td>August</td><td>13°C</td><td>29°C</td></tr>
</table>

<p><a href="http://www.weather-and-climate.com/average-monthly-min-max-Temperature,Banja-Luka,Bosnia-Herzegovina">Average yearly weather for Banja Luka</a></p>


<h3>Alcohol and tobacco</h3>

<p align="justify">The legal minimum age for buying alcohol and tobacco is 18.  It is not abnormal to be asked to show proof of age when making a purchase or entering certain bars or clubs. Attendees are advised to have their passports or IDs with them when purchasing these products.</p>

<p align="justify">Smoking is allowed indoors, with very few exceptions. In such case, there will be a clear sign or warning on the wall or the entrance.</p>

<h3>Electricity</h3>

<p>Electricity in BiH is 230 V, 50 Hz, for currents up to 16 A.  Most, if not all power sockets are <b><a target="_blank" href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Schuko">German style CEE7/4 Schuko</a></b>.</p>

<h3>Telephone</h3>

<p>To call numbers in Bosnia and Herzegovina from other countries, dial +387.</p>
<p>Mobile (cell) phone networks in BiH use the GSM standard on 900 MHz and 1800 MHz.</p>
<p>The emergency services can be reached by dialing:</p>

<table>
  <tr><td>Service</td><td>Number</td></tr>
  <tr><td>Police</td><td><b>122</b></td></tr>
  <tr><td>Fire Dep</td><td><b>123</b></td></tr>
  <tr><td>Ambulance </td><td><b>124</b></td></tr>
</table>


<h3>Health</h3>

<p>Tap water is piped and is clean and safe to drink.</p>
<p>No vaccinations or immunizations are needed to visit the Bosnia and Herzegovina.</p>

<h3>Tourist information</h3>

<p>The official Banja Luka tourism website is at <a href="http://www.banjaluka-tourism.com/index.php?lang=en">http://www.banjaluka-tourism.com/</a>.</p>
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7	<h2>Practical Information</h2>
8
9	<h3>What to Bring</h3>
10
11	<p align="justify">Please visit the <a href="http://wiki.debconf.org/wiki/DebConf11/Welcome">Welcome page</a> for a general overview of the things you should be sure to bring, and the things that you need to know.</p>
12
13	<h3>Getting to the Venue</h3>
14
15	<p align="justify">Please visit the <a href="http://wiki.debconf.org/wiki/DebConf11/TravelInfo">Travel Information page</a> for logistical travel information from various locations to the venue.</p>
16
17	<h3>Time</h3>
18
19	<p>In summer, Banja Luka is in <a href="http://www.timeanddate.com/worldclock/city.html?n=691" target="_blank">UTC/GMT +1</a> time zone.</p>
20
21	<h3>Money</h3>
22
23	<p align="justify">The currency in Bosnia and Herzegovina are the KM (convertible mark). Unfortunately, euro is no longer accepted currency in our coutry. However, there are many ATM's and exchange offices all around the city. ATMs will typically charge 1-2€ for a withdrawal.</p>
24
25	<ul>
26	<li><a target="_blank" href="http://wiki.debconf.org/wiki/DebConf11/Currency">Currency, money, banks, exchange offices and all you need to know</a> (wiki)</li>
27	</ul>
28
29	<p align="justify">Sales tax in Banja Luka are always included in the prices you see. The generally-accepted standard rate for tipping in restaurants is 10-20% in the case of satisfactory service. It is customary to tip taxi drivers a comparable amount and bartenders ~1KM (~0.5€) per drink.</p>
30
31	<p>At the moment taxicabs do not accept credit cards as a method of payment!</p>
32
33	<h3>Weather</h3>
34
35	<p>Average temperatures:</p>
36
37	<table>
38	<tr><td>Month</td><td>Avg. low</td><td>Avg. high</td></tr>
39	<tr><td>June</td><td>12°C</td><td>25°C</td></tr>
40	<tr><td>July</td><td>14°C</td><td>28°C</td></tr>
41	<tr><td>August</td><td>13°C</td><td>29°C</td></tr>
42	</table>
43
44	<p><a href="http://www.weather-and-climate.com/average-monthly-min-max-Temperature,Banja-Luka,Bosnia-Herzegovina">Average yearly weather for Banja Luka</a></p>
45
46
47	<h3>Alcohol and tobacco</h3>
48
49	<p align="justify">The legal minimum age for buying alcohol and tobacco is 18. It is not abnormal to be asked to show proof of age when making a purchase or entering certain bars or clubs. Attendees are advised to have their passports or IDs with them when purchasing these products.</p>
50
51	<p align="justify">Smoking is allowed indoors, with very few exceptions. In such case, there will be a clear sign or warning on the wall or the entrance.</p>
52
53	<h3>Electricity</h3>
54
55	<p>Electricity in BiH is 230 V, 50 Hz, for currents up to 16 A. Most, if not all power sockets are <b><a target="_blank" href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Schuko">German style CEE7/4 Schuko</a></b>.</p>
56
57	<h3>Telephone</h3>
58
59	<p>To call numbers in Bosnia and Herzegovina from other countries, dial +387.</p>
60	<p>Mobile (cell) phone networks in BiH use the GSM standard on 900 MHz and 1800 MHz.</p>
61	<p>The emergency services can be reached by dialing:</p>
62
63	<table>
64	<tr><td>Service</td><td>Number</td></tr>
65	<tr><td>Police</td><td><b>122</b></td></tr>
66	<tr><td>Fire Dep</td><td><b>123</b></td></tr>
67	<tr><td>Ambulance </td><td><b>124</b></td></tr>
68	</table>
69
70
71	<h3>Health</h3>
72
73	<p>Tap water is piped and is clean and safe to drink.</p>
74	<p>No vaccinations or immunizations are needed to visit the Bosnia and Herzegovina.</p>
75
76	<h3>Tourist information</h3>
77
78	<p>The official Banja Luka tourism website is at <a href="http://www.banjaluka-tourism.com/index.php?lang=en">http://www.banjaluka-tourism.com/</a>.</p>