SECOND BULLETIN > Welcome message On behalf of the International Society for Rock Mechanics, the Croatian Geotechnical Society is proud to announce that the ISRM Regional Symposium EUROCK 2009 will be held in Cavtat on 29-31 October 2009. We will be greatly pleased and highly honoured to meet you in this remarkable venue, close to the old Croatian town of Dubrovnik, known as one of the pearls of the Mediterranean, where we can continue to build the bridges of friendship and professional dialogue in a combined atmosphere of work and leisure. Since the Symposium is being held from Thursday 29, why not take the opportunity and explore the city during the weekend, enjoy one of the post-symposium excursions, or simply sit on the beach of the beautiful Hotel Croatia, and take a dip in the crystal clear Adriatic Sea! It is my pleasure to bid you welcome to Croatia, a small country with the largest karst polje in the world, and I hope that your stay here will be intellectually and professionally stimulating and rewarding. We look forward to seeing you in Cavtat in October 2009! Ivan Vrkljan, EUROCK 2009 Chairman > Themes and topics The experts in Rock Engineering in Difficult Ground Conditions have been contributing, in a number of significant ways, and for many centuries now, to the advancement and betterment of mankind. Let us join our efforts to continue on this legacy, and build upon this contribution, in the course of our work at this symposium. The behaviour of weak rocks can be explained by principles of soil mechanics and rock mechanics alike, so that we may say that this specific type of rock represents a strong link between the two scientific disciplines. The karst is a highly interesting phenomenon that offers us an extraordinary beauty when viewed in the underground but, on the other hand, poses enormous risks and brings highly challenging problems in construction activities. In Croatia and the surrounding regions, the karst is widely present and often exposed. It may be interesting to note that several terms normally used in the international karst terminology, such as polje, ponor and dolina, are actually Croatian words. Exactly one hundred years ago, a young 26 years old engineer Karl Terzaghi became acquainted for the first time with the karst phenomenon. In order to broaden his knowledge about engineering geology, he arrived in Croatia in January1909 and stayed here until the mid 1910. During that period, he conducted a feasibility study for construction of a hydroelectric power plant storage reservoir in Gacko polje, where the Gacka River has its source and where it disappears in a ponor (sinkhole). Let this symposium be yet another reminder of the work of this great scientist and engineer or "the Engineer as Artist", as Professor Richard E. Goodman states in the title of his book about Karl Terzaghi. Symposium themes: 1. Geological and hydrogeological properties of karst regions 2. Rock properties, testing methods and site characterization 3. Design methods and analyses 4. Monitoring and back analysis 5. Excavation and support 6. Environmental aspects of geotechnical engineering in karst regions 7. Case Histories
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> Welcome message
On behalf of the International Society for Rock Mechanics, the Croatian Geotechnical Society is proud to announce that the ISRM Regional Symposium EUROCK 2009 will be held in Cavtat on 29-31 October 2009.
We will be greatly pleased and highly honoured to meet you in this remarkable venue, close to the old Croatian town of Dubrovnik, known as one of the pearls of the Mediterranean, where we can continue to build the bridges of friendship and professional dialogue in a combined atmosphere of work and leisure.
Since the Symposium is being held from Thursday 29, why not take the opportunity and explore the city during the weekend, enjoy one of the post-symposium excursions, or simply sit on the beach of the beautiful Hotel Croatia, and take a dip in the crystal clear Adriatic Sea!
It is my pleasure to bid you welcome to Croatia, a small country with the largest karst polje in the world, and I hope that your stay here will be intellectually and professionally stimulating and rewarding.
We look forward to seeing you in Cavtat in October 2009!
Ivan Vrkljan, EUROCK 2009 Chairman
> Themes and topics
The experts in Rock Engineering in Difficult Ground Conditions have been contributing, in a number of significant ways, and for many centuries now, to the advancement and betterment of mankind. Let us join our efforts to continue on this legacy, and build upon this contribution, in the course of our work at this symposium. The behaviour of weak rocks can be explained by principles of soil mechanics and rock mechanics alike, so that we may say that this specific type of rock represents a strong link between the two scientific disciplines. The karst is a highly interesting phenomenon that offers us an extraordinary beauty when viewed in the underground but, on the other hand, poses enormous risks and brings highly challenging problems in construction activities. In Croatia and the surrounding regions, the karst is widely present and often exposed. It may be interesting to note that several terms normally used in the international karst terminology, such as polje, ponor and dolina, are actually Croatian words.
Exactly one hundred years ago, a young 26 years old engineer Karl Terzaghi became acquainted for the first time with the karst phenomenon. In order to broaden his knowledge about engineering geology, he arrived in Croatia in January1909 and stayed here until the mid 1910. During that period, he conducted a feasibility study for construction of a hydroelectric power plant storage reservoir in Gacko polje, where the Gacka River has its source and where it disappears in a ponor (sinkhole). Let this symposium be yet another reminder of the work of this great scientist and engineer or "the Engineer as Artist", as Professor Richard E. Goodman states in the title of his book about Karl Terzaghi.
Symposium themes:
1. Geological and hydrogeological properties of karst regions
2. Rock properties, testing methods and site characterization
3. Design methods and analyses
4. Monitoring and back analysis
5. Excavation and support
6. Environmental aspects of geotechnical engineering in karst regions
Rock engineering for structures in unstable slopes
Evert Hoek
Evert Hoek
Consulting
Engineer Inc.
Tunnelling in overstressed rock
Paul G. Marinos
National
Technical
University of
Athens
John A. Hudson
ISRM
President,
Imperial
College
Stresses in rock masses: a review of
key points
José Muralha
Laboratório
Nacional de
Engenharia
Civil (LNEC),
Lisboa
Site characterization and rock
testing for the evaluation of design
parameters
(with , L. Lamas & N. Grossmann)
Luís Lamas
Nuno F. Grossmann
Ivan Vrkljan
Institute IGH, Zagreb, University of Rijeka, Rijeka, Croatia
Rock engineering in Croatia: history,
current status and special problems
> List of papers
1. Geological and hydrogeological properties of karst regions
I. Antunović, D. Zovko, I. Lukić & J. Antunović
Reconstruction of karstification and groundwater flows in carbonate rocks
V.A. Barvashov & P.V. Kharlamov Karstic sinkholes under existing structures
J. Benedikt, D. Spöndlin & B. Kind Investigation of karst phenomena and measures in the Blessberg Tunnel
M. Filipponi, P.-Y. Jeannin & A. Parriaux
A scientific based karst risk assessment for underground engineering
M. Gasc-Barbier, O. Fouché & C. Gaillard
Comparison between cores and borehole images in fracture networks knowledge
R. Gasparyan Geophysical explorations in search and mapping of karst caves of Armenia
G. Grget, R. Lisica & Z. Blagus Geotechnical and geological survey of tunnel Sveti Ilija
M. Kech, D. Naterop & R. Senti Hydrogeological and geotechnical in-situ testing for large caverns
V.P. Khomenko Identification of buried sinkholes during site investigations
P. Marijanović & M. Prskalo Statistical and Variographic Analysis of Glacial and Fluvioglacial in B&H
Ž. Mlinar, D. Jamičić & T. Novosel Structural model of the Croatian karst from the engineering geological aspect
D. Pollak, R. Buljan & L. Podolszki General engineering geological properties of carbonates in Croatian karst
M. Prskalo, A. Galić & J. Marinčić Geotechnical features of the area of future MHPP Kravice
I.Stan-Kleczek & A.F. Idziak The method of fracture research based on seismic refraction
D.A.Whitaker, R.Tosen & R.B.Storry
CRD method for groundwater pumping assessment in dolomites, South Africa
2. Rock properties, testing methods and site characterization
B. Adl-Zarrabi, R. Christianson, J. Sundberg & J. Wrafter
Measuring anisotropic thermal properties of metagranite at different scales
A. Akhondbabaei, S. Kariminasab, H. Jalalifar, F. Rafia & A.M. Radman
Determination of Modulus Deformation of Rock Mass; Bakhtiari Dam Site
M. Akin Salt crystallization deterioration in yellow travertines
L.R. Alejano, D. Posada & A. Rodríguez-Dono
Servo-controlled strength tests on moderately weathered granite
L. R. Alejano, E. Alonso & A. Rodríguez-Dono
An approach for characterizing strain-softening Hoek-Brown rock-masses
R. Altindag, N. Sengun, S. Sarac, M. Mutluturk & A. Guney
Evaluating The Relations Between Brittleness and Cerchar Abrasion Index of Rocks
R. Altindag, S. Demirdag, N. Sengun, A. Guney, M. Mutluturk & R. Karaguzel
Evaluation of Empirical Equations For Assessing The True UCS of Rocks
H. Amrollahi & A. Baghbanan Effects of grain size distribution on KIC using CCNBD and HCCD specimens
M. S. Asadi, V. Rasouli & B. Tokhmechi
Wavelet analysis of JRC exemplar profiles
A. Baghbanan & S. Dayani An Uncertainty Analysis for Calculating Permeability Using EMT
M. Bandić, B. Galjan, I. Barbalić, N. Štambuk Cvitanović & I. Vrkljan
Extent of geotechnical testing for pile excavation in port of Dubrovnik
A. Bedi & J.P. Harrison Polyaxial Peak Strength Criteria and the design of underground openings
M. Blümel Comparison of Single and Multiple Failure Triaxial Tests
R. Castellanza, G. Crosta, N. Fusi & R. Grizzetti
Dissolution of evaporitic rocks: implications on geomechanical behaviour
R. Castellanza, R. Nova, E. Gerolymatou, N. Fusi, V. Barberini & G. Crosta
Evolution of compaction bands in high porosity soft rock
J.F. Da Silva & M.V. Vidigal A numerical model for analyses of flow through rock discontinuities
M. Javadi, M. Sharifzadeh, K. Shahriar & M. Mehrjooei
Non-linear fluid flow through rough-walled fractures
S. Kahraman, M. Fener & O. Gunaydin
Predicting the UCS of pyroclastic rocks from the slake durability index
M. Kwaśniewski & P. Rodríguez-Oitabén
Effect of water on the deformability of rocks under uniaxial compression
W. Lin, Y. Kuwahara, T. Satoh, N. Shigematsu, Y. Kitagawa, T. Kiguchi, T. Sato, H. Tsukamoto, S. Itaba, Y. Umeda, Y. Seki, M. Takahashi, N. Matsumoto & N. Koizumi
A Case Study of 3D Stress Orientation Determination in Shikoku Is. and Kii Pen., Japan
H.Y. Liu, F. Alonso-Marroquin & D.J. Williams
Three-dimensional modelling of the rock breakage process
M. Marenče Geotechnical input essential for power waterway design
P.M. Maurenbrecher & D.M. Ngan-Tillard
Pocket Cards to aid description of carbonate rocks as core or outcrops
P. Miščević & G. Vlastelica Shear strength of weathered soft rock – proposal of test method additions
F. S. Rassouli, M. Moosavi & M. Jafari
The application of impression test in creep behavior of mudstone
Y. Nara, T. Yoneda & K. Kaneko Effect of humidity on fracture toughness and slow crack growth in sandstone
D.J.M. Ngan-Tillard, W. Verwaal, P.M. Maurenbrecher & L.A. van Paassen
Microstructural degradation of Maastrichtian limestones
R. Noorani, H. Kordi & A.H. Ghazvinian
An adaptive neuro-fuzzy inference system for uniaxial compressive strength of Rocks
Y. Obara, T. Yoshinaga & A. Hirata Fracture toughness in Mode I and II of rock under water vapor pressure
S. Ogata, S. Kawasaki, N. Hiroyoshi, M. Tsunekawa, K Kaneko & R. Terajima
Temperature dependence of calcium carbonate precipitation for biogrout
A. Saad & M. Bost The resonant frequency measurement and cracking evolution in rocks
M. Sarifzadeh, M. Javadi, K. Shahriar & M. Mehrjooei
Effect of surface roughness on velocity fields through rock fractures
H. Sonmez, K.E. Kasapoglu, A. Coskun, C. Tunusluoglu, E.W. Medley & R.W. Zimmerman
A Conceptual empirical approach for the o verall strength of unwelded bimrocks
B. Stojković, G. Stojković, D. Užarević & G. Grget
Classification of Carbonate and Clastic Rock Masses by RMR and Q-System
R.B.Storry, R.Tosen, T.E.B.Vorster & A.Bergere
Geotechnical investigation challenges and solutions for Gautrain
M. Takahashi, M. Kato & Y. Urushimatsu
Geometry of pore structure in pressurized Berea sandstone
N. Takahashi, M. Takahashi, T. Kiyama & T. Takemura
A triaxial compression and triaxial extension test of Kimachi sandstone
R. Tosen, R.B. Storry & S. Hoeben Borehole radar cavity and discontinuity assessment in dolomite forGautrain
T. Tuokko & M.S. Poutanen Acoustic emission based rock stress measurement method
P. Ván & B. Vásárhelyi Relation of rock mass characterization and damage
L.A. van Paassen, M.C.M. van Loosdrecht, M. Pieron, A. Mulder, D.J.M. Ngan-Tillard, T.J.M. van der Linden
Strength and deformation of biologically cemented sandstone
D.D. Vardakastanis, A.G. Karlaftis & K.A. Kiamos
A robust estimator of rock mass properties following Eurocodes’ principles
G.F. Zhao, M.Z. Gao, T. Xu & J. Zhao
Microscopic back analysis method of Continuum Damage Model based FEM
3. Design methods and analyses
Ž. Arbanas, M. Grošić, D. Udovič & V. Jagodnik
Optimization of rock mass support systems during deep excavations
A. Baghbanan, A. Sookhak, H. Hashemalhosseini & M. Bagheri
Block Stability Analysis around a Large Cavern using Probabilistic Approach
T. Fülöp & G.Béda Rheological dynamics of tunnels – an analytical investigation
M. Geniş, N. Tokashiki & Ö. Aydan The stability assessment of karstic caves beneath Gushikawa Castle remains (Japan)
N. Z. Gotman & Yu.A. Gotman The calculation of the bases and foundations on the karsted areas
P. Hrženjak, D. Navratil, I. Vrkljan, & B. Duvnjak
Stability analysis of large-scale slopes in heterogeneous rock masses
C. Kwak, K. Seo, J. Lee & I. Park Comparison of DEM and FDM for analysis of road embankment in karst region
C. Leber, N. Radončić & W. Schubert
Influence of the primary stress state on the displacement characteristic
P.G.C. Lins & T.B. Celestino Neural Network Modeling of Scour Depth Downstream of Spillways
V. R. Marchesi, S. A. B. da Fontoura & N. P. R. Rubio
How 3D modeling can improve quality & reliability of geotechnical projects
Ž. Ortolan, S. Zlatović & I. Vrkljan Geotechnical 3D modelling in soft rocks using the RNK method
T. Pilgerstorfer & W. Schubert Forward prediction of spatial displacement development
N. Radončić & W. Schubert Interaction of young shotcrete with the deforming ground
N. Sciarra, E. Miccadei, M. Calista & D. Marchetti
Distinct element analysis of jointed and karstified rocks in a former quarry
M. G. Şenyur & D. Arikan An Analytical Solution Modeling the Groundwater Flow
Q.N. Trinh, E. Broch & M. Lu 2D versus 3D modelling for tunnelling at a weakness zone
A. Vakilzadeh & S. Vakilzadeh Seismic analysis of ovaling deformations of tunnels in full-slip condition
4. Monitoring and back analysis
I. Arapov, M.S. Kovačević & P. Lušo
Monitoring and Back Numerical Analyses in the Konjsko Tunnel
D. Arosio & N. Harries Predicting slope collapse using slope stability radar deformation data
J. Klopčič, J. Logar & T. Ambrožič Automatic processing of displacement monitoring data during tunnel excavation
J. Kodama, K. Narasaki, K. Kaneko, E. Nishiyama & Y. Yoshida
Analysis of long-term deformation of a rock slope on Ikura limestone quarry
H. Kusumi, T. Yamamoto & M. Nakamura
Engineering estimation method of decrepit slope by compound survey
J. Morel, G. Armand & V. Renaud Feasibility of excavation of disposal cells in 500 meter deep clay formation
W. Schubert & K. Grossauer Concept for Expert System for Displacement Data Evaluation
B. Stabel, K. Thermann & A. Ghahramani
Back Analysis of the Siah Bishe Power House Cavern
P. Steiner & R. Yeatman New instruments improve site characterization with time based measurements
M. Tsesarsky & H.G. Wust-Bloch Pre-collapse detection of failure in cavities by nanoseismic monitoring
K. Tsusaka, M. Yamasaki & Y. Hatsuyama
Rock deformation and support load in shaft sinking in Horonobe URL Project
K. Yang Testing Study on Mechanical Feature of Rock Surrounding Deep Coal Gates
5. Excavation and support
M. Avdić, I. Kožar & I. Moranjkić Application of Contact surface modelling for digging force determination
D. Bahadorbeygi, J. Ranasooriya & H. Nikraz
Predicted and actual conditions of the Namroud project diversion tunnel
B. Božić, N. Petrović & I. Lukić Rock Parameters for Blasting on the Highway Split-Dubrovnik
S. Chen, H. Zhang, C. Yan, H. Gu & L. Xiang
The construction of the Jinping Auxiliary Tunnel in Karst rock
F. Cheng, S. Chen, X. Tan & J. Wang
Deformation Control for Tunneling with a Small Separation in Soft Strata
R. Čeliković, I. Bajrektarević & M. Avdić
Modelling of influence of the shallow coal seam longwall mining
X. Deng, S. Chen & H. Zhang Rock support optimization for Pianqiao diversion tunnel
M. Fatehi Marji, A. Pourzargar & H. Mehrnahad
Lined Tunnel Construction in Soft Rock Conditions
J. Hassanpour & J. Rostami Predicting TBM Performance in Second Lot of Karaj water Conveyance Tunnel (KWCT)
S.V. Klishin & V.I. Klishin Analysis of coal drawing from high coals in sublevel caving systems
D. Kolić, Y. Bai & A. Nicola TBM Tunnelling in Karst Regions : Wanjiazhai Project
M. Li, S.Chen, H. Zhang, J. Wang, J. Liu & X. Han
Key technologies of long-distance shield tunneling in hard rock
R. Noorani & S. Aloodari Evaluation of ground convergence and support system of Taloun tunnels
M.R. Shahverdiloo Difficulties ground condition in excavation of longest inclined shaft in Iran
M. K. Song, S. Y. Choo, S. S. Kang & Y. D. Cho
A Supportability Comparison of Rock and Spiral Bolts with Numerical Method
M. Suljkanović, M. Avdić & S. Suljić
Time Influence of the Mining Hold-up to the Effects on the Longwall Face
P. Šiša, S. Kasapović & I. Sokolić Stability analysis of console slope formation
S. Yagiz, J. Rostami, T. Kim, L. Ozdemir & C. Merguerian
Factors Influencing Performance of Hard Rock Tunnel Boring Machines
6. Environmental aspects of geot. engineering in karst regions
M. Grošić, Ž. Arbanas & D. Udovič Designing and Constructing Rockfall Barriers – Experiences in Republic of Croatia
O.I. Ignatova & Ch.A. Dzhantimirov
Diaphragm wall as anti-karst protection
D. Kovačić, I. Petrović, D. Štuhec, B. Kovačević Zelić, Ž. Veinović & D. Znidarčić
Impervious Barriers for Landfills in Karst Region of Istrian Peninsula
I. Misich Pillar design below a weak roof
N. Ožanić Protection of lake Vrana natural phenomenon on the island of Cres
M. Pesendorfer, S. Loew & M. Zappa
Environmental impacts of the Lötschberg Base and Crest Tunnels, Switzerland
A. Roduner, V. Budimir & A. Vogel Spiral rope nets for rockfall protection - Tests, design, application
V. V. Tolmachev New challenges of engineering karstology in Russia
T. Topal, M. Akin & M. Akin Rockfall potential of Kastamonu Castle
7. Case Histories
Ž. Arbanas, M. Vivoda, V. Pavlić, P. Đomlija & G. Briški
Case history of open pit excavation for Sport Hall Zamet in Rijeka, Croatia
Č. Benac, S. Dugonjić, Ž. Arbanas, M. Oštrić & V. Jurak
The Origine Of Instability Phenomena Along The Karst-Flysch Contacts
K. Bolanča & T. Novosel Foundation of the Viaduct “Kotezi”
J.F. Da Silva Failure of a concrete dam foundation by erosion along soft rock joints
R. Goldsmith, A. K. Parkin & R. Polzinger
Suspension bridge constructed across deep gorge in karst, Papua New Guinea
I. Jašarević, E. Prelogović, H. Krhen, B. Miller, I. Skert, & H. Perković
Preliminary investigations, design and realization of high reinforced-concrete anchoring structures in Dubrovnik area
M.S. Kovačević, M.Garašić & D.Jurić-Kaćunić
Vault remedy of the caving object in tunnel Vrata
P. Kvasnička, D. Domitrović, M. Marohnić & I. Brunetta
Examples of reinforced earth walls along the highway Split-Ploče
J. Linortner, G. Jung & G. Zenz Ermenek Dam – Design and Execution of the Grout Curtain
I. Lukić, T. Ivanković, D. Zovko & M. Bašagić
Remedial of rock slide of the Mary`s cave rock mass
V.A. Mansurov & V.I. German Preparation and causes of major collapse at Annenskiy Mine (Kazakhstan)
K. K. Panthi Appropriateness of open TBM tunnelling in the Himalaya – a case study
R.M. Swindell & L. Rosengren Design and construction of an open cut in poor rock, City Line Stockholm
R. Tosen, R.B. Storry & M.Baribault
Modified compaction grouting for dolomitic soil and rock, South Africa
S. Zekan, M. Stević & A. Hamzabegović
Foundation design on mining subsidence terrain
> Symposium registration Registration is done through web application at our web site http://www.eurock2009.hr/ Participants are encouraged to complete registration as soon as possible to allow the best organization.
> Registration Fee
Participant status Registration fees (EUR)
ISRM members 400
Non-ISRM members 500
Students 150
Accompanying persons
200
Method of Payment Payment can be made by transfer to bank account: Bank name: Zagrebacka banka IBAN: HR4823600001101437707 SWIFT code: ZABAHR2X Bank adress: Trg Bana Josipa Jelacica 10, Zagreb, Croatia Bank account holder: Hrvatsko Geotehnicko Drustvo (Croatian Geotechnical Society), Berislaviceva 6, 10000 Zagreb, CROATIA Within Croatia use the following account number: 2360000-1101437707 The following data must be specified: Reference: EUROCK2009, Dubrovnik Name of participant(s): (The first and last names of persons for which the registration fee is paid) Unfortunately, we cannot accept credit card payments at this time.
> Exhibition Exibition has been organized at the coference site. Details can be seen at www.eurock2009.hr.
> Insurance
Conference participants are kindly requested to organize their own health and travel insurance, as we are not able to cover any insurance for the conference participants. The Organizing Committee does not undertake any responsibility in this matter.
> Third bulletin and final program
Final program will be available on 10th October on the conference web site. It will be given at the registration.
> Excursion 31st OCTOBER 2009 from 09:00 – 17:00
Excursion has been planned for the Symposium participants on Saturday 31st October 2009 starting from 9 A.M. till 5 P.M. Travelling will be either by boat or bus depending on the weather conditions. If you are worrying about the cost, we can reassure you that we have been trying hard to find a sponsor to help us finance it. Hopefully when we do, the amount of the money to be paid by the Symposium participants will not be too much. Excursion Registration is to be done at the Hotel Reception at the Conference registration. We are looking forward enormously to spend some time with you! (NOTE: Should there be insufficient number of applicants the Excursion will not take place.)
Registration fees include:
Symposium Participants
Accompanying persons
Students
2 lunches 2 lunches 2 lunches
Welcome cocktail Welcome cocktail
Welcome cocktail
4 Coffee breaks 4 Coffee breaks 4 Coffee breaks
Banquet Banquet -
Proceedings - -
Symposium presentations -
Symposium presentations
> Symposium Venue
The Symposium will be held in Cavtat
The Symposium will be held in the small town of Cavtat (Epidaurus), charmingly positioned along the Dubrovnik
Riviera, which itself is internationally known for the beauty of its Adriatic coast landscapes and clear, unpolluted sea-water.
The first reference to the ancient Epidaurus dates back to 47 BC. The legend has it that Epidaurus was founded by Greeks and destroyed by barbaric tribes of Slavs and Avars. In 614 A.D., the refugees from Epidaurus founded the town of Ragusa in the better protected place nearby, which is now known as Dubrovnik. The area of Dubrovnik was chosen as venue for this symposium principally because this city exemplifies in the most monumental way the story of rock used as building material.
The EUROCK 2009 Symposium will be held at Hotel Croatia. The hotel is situated in the immediate vicinity of the Dubrovnik International Airport (5 km). The famous medieval walled city of Dubrovnik can be seen from some hotel terraces. It would be difficult to find a similar hotel, where the architect has so cleverly succeeded in incorporating all amenities of a modern five-star hotel into the surrounding green vegetation and beautiful blue colours of the Adriatic Sea. The Croatia Hotel conferences and seminars can be arranged in one of its eight conference halls which can accommodate from 30-850 persons.
Further details about the accommodation are available at the web site of the hotel.
You can come to Cavtat by all means of transport, except by train.
Arrival by plane: The Dubrovnik Airport is in Cilipi, only 5 km from Cavtat. Symposium participants are welcome to use the transport (transfer) between the airport and hotel (Croatia or Supetar) at arrival and departure (see Accomodation below). Symposium participants are welcome to use the transport (transfer) between the airport and hotel (Croatia or Supetar) at arrival and departure. The one-way transfer price is € 5 . When registering online for accommodation in one of the two proposed hotels, you have an option to reserve this transfer as well. The transfer cost will be paid simultaneously with other payments relating to your stay in the hotel.
Arrival by bus: You can come to Cavtat by bus through Dubrovnik, which is only 18 km away. In addition to international lines, there are daily intercity lines to and from all major Croatian cities and towns. For transport from Dubrovnik to Cavtat, use bus number 10, scheduled every 30 minutes.
JP Libertas http://www.libertasdubrovnik.com/
Arrival by ship: You can come to Cavtat by ferry, through the Dubrovnik port, which is connected by ferry lines with other Croatian ports (Korcula, Split, Zadar, Rijeka), as well as with Italian ports.
Port of Dubrovnik http://www.portdubrovnik.hr/, Jadrolinija
Traffic Info: Croatian Automobile Club The info-centre is at your disposal 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.++385 1 4640 800, www.hak.hr
• road and ferry conditions • road tolls in Croatia and abroad • traffic restrictions for certain categories of vehicles • fuel prices in Croatia and abroad • advice on best routes • ferry schedules for the Adriatic
Road Help: ++385 987 • vehicle repair on the road , • damaged or broken vehicle removal • transport of broken vehicles or vehicles damaged in traffic accidents
Road help is charged according to the Croatian Automobile Club Price List.
> Accommodation
During the Eurock 2009 Symposium, the accommodation is provided by two hotels: Croatia (5 star hotel) and Supetar (3 stars).
The Symposium will be held at Hotel Croatia. Hotel Supeter is situated in the town center, within the walking distance from the Symposium venue (10 min walk along the seaside). To benefit from reduced hotel accomodation rates, you have to pay the Symposium registration fee.
Symposium participants are welcome to use the transport (transfer) between the airport and the hotel (Croatia or Supetar)
at arrival and departure. The one-way transfer price is € 5 . When registering online for accommodation in one of the two proposed hotels, you have an option to reserve this transfer as well. The transfer cost will be paid simultaneously with other payments relating to your stay in the hotel.
The following rates (buffet breakfast included) are charged to symposium participants:
Type of rooms Double room for single use (1 person) per day Double room (2 persons) per day
Hotel CROATIA***** Sea view EUR 129,50 EUR 140,00
Hotel CROATIA***** Park view EUR 111,00 EUR 120,00
Hotel CROATIA***** Standard EUR 99,00 EUR 108,00
Hotel SUPETAR*** Park view EUR 67,50 EUR 78,00
Reservations will be done through the hotel's online system as follows:
Hotel CROATIA*****: On hotel's web page www.hoteli-croatia.hr you will choose date of arrival, number of the nights and write access cod EUROCK2009. Using access cod you will book room under special price. Tel: +385 20 475 555 Hotel SUPETAR***: On hotel's web page www.hoteli-croatia.hr/supetar you will choose date of arrival, number of the nights and write access cod EUROCK2009. Using access cod you will book room under special price. Obala A.Starčevića 27, HR-20210 Cavtat, Tel: ++385(0)20 479 833
Wireless Internet connection is available at the Hotel Croatia.
> About Dubrovnik
Dubrovnik region
Situated in the south of Croatia, Dubrovnik region, presents one of the most prominent tourist destination in Croatia, which provides unforgettable vacations for all visitors. Dubrovnik region presents a fabulous mixture of culture, nature and adventure. A typical Mediterranean climate, magnificent cultural and historical heritage, stunning beaches and crystal clear sea are some of main attractions of the region. The uniqueness of this area is the narrow heterogeneous coast line with variety of small islands, named Elaphiti archipelago, located west of famous Dubrovnik town. Three major Elaphiti islands are: Šipan, Lopud and Koločep, but Daksa, St. Andrija, Ruda, Mišnjak, Jakljan, Kosmeč, Golec, Crkvine, Tajan and Olipa also belong to the archipelago.
Except Elaphiti, the most famous islands of the region are Korčula, Mljet and Lastovo. Peninsula Pelješac is a perfect place for peaceful and relaxing vacation where you can get in touch with the unspoiled nature.
Some of the most valuable remnants and monuments of the region can be seen in the Lower Neretva valley, which is famous by its long tradition of kayak races.
Dubrovnik
Dubrovnik, the greatest pearl of Adriatic Sea, situated in the extreme South of Croatia, was founded of a rugged limestone peninsula in the 7th century. It is famous for its medieval walls and fortifications surrounding the Old town, its marble-paved squares and the main square.
The delegates and the accompanying persons will have a good opportunity to enjoy beautiful landscape of Dalmatia, fine hospitality of its people, cultural events, some excellent food, and exquisite wines. Dubrovnik is one of the most beautiful cities of the Croatian coast. In the Middle Ages, the Republic of Dubrovnik was an important rival to Venice. Many buildings in the old city centre testify to this glorious past and the Venetian influence. The Republic of Dubrovnik used to be the centre of a distinct political and territorial entity, widely known for its cultural activity, achievements in commerce, and especially for its freedom, which has been preserved down so many tempestuous centuries.
Since 1979, the historic centre of Dubrovnik has been included in the UNESCO list of World Heritage Sites.
> Visa requirements
Nationals of the following states do not require an entry visa for the Republic of Croatia, if they just pass through Croatia, or plan to stay there for up to 90 days: Principality of Andorra Argentine Republic Australia Republic of Austria Kingdom of Belgium Bosnia and Herzegovina Federative Republic of Brazil Brunei Darussalam Republic of Bulgaria Canada Republic of Chile Republic of Costa Rica Republic of Cyprus Czech Republic Kingdom of Denmark Republic of Estonia
Republic of Finland French Republic Federal Republic of Germany Republic of Guatemala Hellenic Republic Republic of Honduras Republic of Hungary Republic of Iceland Ireland State of Israel Italian Republic Japan Republic of Korea Republic of Latvia Principality of Liechtenstein Republic of Lithuania
Grand Duchy of Luxemburg Republic of Macedonia Malaysia Republic of Malta United Mexican States Principality of Monaco Republic of Nicaragua Kingdom of the Netherlands New Zealand Kingdom of Norway Republic of Panama Republic of Paraguay Republic of Poland Portuguese Republic Romania Republic of El Salvador
Republic of San Marino Republic of Singapore Slovak Republic Republic of Slovenia Kingdom of Spain Kingdom of Sweden Swiss Confederation Republic of Turkey United Kingdom of Great
Britain and Northern Ireland Eastern Republic of Uruguay United States of America Vatican City State Bolivarian Republic of
Venezuela.
Note: Please check the current situation, as changes may have occurred in the meantime.
The nationals of the Russian Federation do not need a visa for entering the Republic of Croatia if they have either a certified Letter of Guarantee from a natural or legal person, or a voucher on a paid tourist package. However, we know from practical experience that Russian nationals not having the entry visa have not been allowed, at some international airports, to board the plane for Croatia. The Russian nationals not using the direct Russia – Croatia connections are therefore kindly asked to check requirements at airports where they change plane. The Participants from other countries are required to obtain Croatian visa prior to their departure for Croatia. The Participants coming from the countries which have an Embassy or Consular Office of the Republic of Croatia generally need to apply for visas there. The Participants are advised to check for the Embassy or Consular Office of the Republic of Croatia which covers their country. If such information is not available, the closest embassy or consular office should be contacted. For an overview of diplomatic missions and consular offices of the Republic of Croatia, including information regarding visa requirements, please follow the link: http://www.mfa.hr/MVP.asp?pcpid=1615. The Conference will issue a certified Letter of Guarantee, needed to apply for the entry visa, only to registered participants. Full fee paying participants will receive their Letter of Guarantee on request, free of additional charge. The Partipants are strongly advised to apply for the entry visa at least two months before the Conference.
> Sightseeing Tours for Accompanying Persons
Thursday 29.October 2009. and Friday 30. October 2009.
A) Half day tour - A guided city tour: a walking tour of the old walled city of Dubrovnik guided in English or other foreign language by local expert guides. The tour starts from the hotel (bus transfer) and includes all cities' major landmarks. The participants have the opportunity to walk the streets of historic Dubrovnik, to feel the cities' vibrant life, to see its palaces and monuments, to visit some of its museums (Rector's Palace, the Franciscan Monastery with their museums and collections). Bus transfer back to the hotel. Lunch in one of Dubrovnik restaurants. Transfers, guide and entrance fee to city walls included, lunch packet. B) Half day tour: City Walls: The City Walls of Dubrovnik are among the most impressive and best preserved defence systems in the world. With more then a million visitors each year it is the most visited museum in Dubrovnik, the City that was in 1979 included on UNESCO’s World Heritage List. The major part of the city walls with its impressive fortresses was constructed during the 15th and 16th century. Discover the Old City walking along the walls accompanied by your guide, who will show you the most important sights and introduce you to the glorious history of Dubrovnik. Enjoy the view over the Old City harbour, picturesque narrow streets and squares, Cathedral, Franciscan and Dominican Monastery, imposing Lovrijenac, Revelin and Minčeta fortresses and other sights. Splendid opportunity for taking great shots. Transfers, guide and entrance fee to city walls included, lunch packet. C) Half day tour: Tale of Silk After breakfast, get on the coach and depart for Konavle region. Visit the home of a local family which produces silk in the old, traditional way. Silk is one of the oldest textile fibres known to man. During the Roman Empire, it was sold for its weight in gold. Here, in Konavle valley, south of Dubrovnik, women keep tradition of small, non-profitable ancient handicraft of silk production. Silk thread is mostly used for embroidery of beautiful national costumes of Konavle region. Take an opportunity to share an experience of producing a silk thread in most traditional manner. Enjoy the hospitality of the village family and rediscover some of the lost values. Coach, guide, refreshment and tools included.
> General information Dubrovnik and Cavtat are situated on Croatia coast. Cavtat is situated about 18.5 km south of Dubrovnik. Regular bus and boat services operate from Cavtat to Dubrovnik. The airport is about 15 miles (24km) south of Dubrovnik.
Wireles Wireless Internet connection is available at the Hotel Croatia.
Climate and
clothing:
Dubrovnik and Cavtat have Mediterranean climate. The weather in Dubrovnik and Cavtat in October is sunny and pleasant with an average daytime temperature of 23
oC. Average temperature of the sea
near Dubrovnik in October is 21oC. Typical wind in summer is mistral (NW).Comfortable shoes, light
clothing for the day and a cardigan/jacket at night (summer-spring-autumn). Warmer clothing for winter. Make sure you bring swimwear, as you would not want to miss out on swimming here.
Time: Local time is GMT +1 (GMT +2 from last Saturday in March to end of October).
DubrovnikAirpor
t(DBV):
The airport is situated about 15 miles (24km) south of Dubrovnik. Contacts: Tel: +385 (0)20/773 333. Getting to the city: The Croatia Airlines bus meets scheduled flights and runs between the airport and the main bus station. Passengers can get off at the stop outside the main gate to the old city on the way to the main bus station. Taxis are also available. Car rental: Car hire companies at the airport include Hertz, Avis, Budget and Thrifty.
Electricity: Electrical current is 230 volts, 50Hz. European style round, two-pin plugs are standard.
Money:
The official currency of the Republic Croatia is the Croatian kuna (HRK). One Kuna is divided into 100 Lipa. Foreign currency may be exchanged at banks exchange counters and exchange offices, at post offices and travel agencies, hotels and airport. Banks open Monday to Saturday. Major credit cards are widely accepted at the main hotels and restaurants, and may be used to draw cash from ATMs, which are widely available throughout the country.
Language: The official language is Croatian.
Passport/Visa
Note: All visitors require documents and tickets for onward or return destinations and sufficient funds (at least €100 or equivalent per day, or €50 if in possession of a tourist voucher or confirmed invitation).
Travel Health:
No vaccinations are required, however there is a risk of tick-borne encephalitis for those travelling in forested areas during the summer months. Medical care is fairly good, with free emergency medical care available to UK citizens with a European Health Insurance Card (EHIC), though some medicines are in short supply in public facilities. Non-UK nationals are advised to invest in health insurance.
Tipping: In tourist or restaurants a tip of 10% will be appreciated, but otherwise it is usual to round up the bill if the service has been good unless a service charge has already been added. Tour guides expect to be tipped. Most other services receive a small tip by rounding up the bill.
Safety
Information:
Most visits to Croatia are trouble-free, and there is no particular threat of terrorism. Busy tourist areas are prone to petty theft. Outside the normal tourist routes travelers should be aware that unexploded mines might remain, particularly in Eastern Slavonia and the former Krajina.
Local Customs: Passports, or some form of identification, should be carried at all times.
Business:
Business in Croatia is conducted in a formal manner; punctuality is key, dress should be smart and conservative (suits and ties are the norm) and polite greetings are made with a handshake. Titles and surnames are usually used unless otherwise indicated and business cards are exchanged at the beginning of a meeting. English and German are widely spoken, but any attempt at speaking some Croatian will be appreciated. Women tend to hold high positions in business and are well respected. Building a good working relationship is important in Croatia and it is useful to work with a reliable local partner. Although Croatia appears typically European in its dealings, business can take some time to conclude. Business hours are usually 8am to 4pm Monday to Friday.
Communications:
• The international access code for Croatia is +385.
• The outgoing code is 00 followed by the relevant country code (e.g. 0044 for the United Kingdom).
• The city code for Zagreb is (0)1 and (0)20 for Dubrovnik and Cavtat. Public phones take phone cards, which can be bought in post offices and hotels. GSM operators have active roaming agreements with most international networks, and cover most of the country. Internet cafes are available in the larger towns and cities.
Duty free:
Travelers to Croatia can enter the country with the following items without incurring customs duty: 200 cigarettes or 50 cigars or 250g of tobacco; 1 litre wine and 1 litre spirits; 250ml of eau de cologne and one bottle of perfume. Regulations apply to firearms and radio instruments. No item of archaeological, historical, ethnographic, artistic, cultural or scientific value may leave the country without a license issued by the appropriate authorities.
