Travel and Accommodation

• It is the delegate’s responsibility to obtain their own travel visa where applicable. SPE cannot issue visas, nor can we guarantee they will be obtained. An automated visa invitation letter link will be available in the confirmation email once the delegate completes the registration. 
• You will need a visa to enter UAE unless you are a GCC (Gulf Cooperation Council) passport holder.

• For more information on a UAE visa, please visit the websites:

  • https://www.abudhabiairport.ae/en/passenger-guide/arrival/visa-requirements
  • https://www.etihad.com/en-ae/fly-etihad/visas

This is a non-residential conference. Hotel accommodation is not included in your registration fee. 

SPE has negotiated special room rates with Conrad Abu Dhabi. 

• The rates are quoted per room, per night basis and are inclusive of 5% VAT, 4% Municipality fees, 4% Tourism Fee and 10% Service Charge.
• Inclusive of buffet breakfast.
• Inclusive of in-room Wi-Fi, two bottles of water, tea and coffee facility.
• Check in at 0300pm and Check out at 1200pm. 
• Valid selected dates 27th May 2025 – 29th May 2025.

• Quoted bedroom rates will be offered, based on availability, 3 calendar days before and 3 calendar days after the Event Dates.

NO SHOWS & CANCELLATION:

No shows and cancellations are charged full night stays on the guest’s credit card provided upon making the reservation, all rates are applicable of all taxes and VAT.

Cancellations 14 days prior to arrival, after 12th May 2025 will be 100% fully charged based on the rooms per night booked by the guest.

To book your hotel accommodation, please click HERE.

Hotel can provide airport/hotel transportation, to book your transportation through the hotel please contact.

Contact:

Keamo Radebe
Phone: +971 (02) 8115640
Mobile: +971 (52) 500 8857 
Email: Keamo.Radebe@ConradHotels.com

History of the Area:
The seven independent emirates of Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Sharjah, Ajman, Ras Al Khaimah, Umm Al Quwain and Fujairah came together to form the United Arab Emirates (UAE) in the year 1971. Abu Dhabi is the capital city of the UAE.

Weather:
The U.A.E enjoys 365 days of warm sunshine, with cooler evenings and occasional showers in the months between November to March.

Time Zone:
The UAE is 4 hours ahead of GMT (+4 GMT)

Economy:  
The UAE is one of the world's wealthiest countries, with a GDP of US $54 billion (2000), and has the third-largest proven oil reserves in the world. While oil and gas production form its foundation, Dubai is increasingly broadening its economic activity to include: real estate, tourism, trading and manufacturing.

Currency:
The official currency of the UAE is the Arab Emirates Dirham (AED or DHS.). Each Dirham is divided into 100 fils and is held constant against the US Dollar at an average of 3.67. All banks operate from 8.00am to 1.00pm, Sunday through Thursday and 8.00am to 12.00pm on Saturdays. Currency exchange houses are open until late in the evening. All international credit and debit cards are widely accepted. Currency Converter

Electricity:
The standard electricity supply is 220/240 volts. American appliances may need a transformer.

Dress:
As in all Middle Eastern countries, respect for the local customs and sensibilities is recommended. Short, revealing or tight clothing can be worn, but it will attract attention. Lightweight summer clothing is suitable for most of the year, but something slightly warmer may be needed in the evening for the winter months. Please be sure to take some sort of jacket or sweater as February can get chilly in the evenings, also hotels and restaurants can be cold due to the air conditioning.

Language:
While Arabic is the official language, English is very widely spoken, especially in business. Given the large size of the expatriate population, several other languages are also used in everyday life, headed by Hindi, Urdu and Farsi.