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ACTIVE MEMBERS AND ENGINEERS ACCOMODATION

There are a total of 60 rooms set aside at the Holiday Inn for the PPA Conference delegates. Of these rooms, 30 have been block booked for the Active members and Engineers.

The Holiday Inn is set in 5 hectares of landscaped gardens, and offers a secure environment combined with international service standards and Papua New Guinea friendliness. Located in the heart of the Government district, access is via a modern four-lane highway 6 kilometers from the airport and a continuation of this highway a further 8 kilometers into the Port Area. Parliament, many government departments and embassies are situated close by as is the Port Moresby Golf Course.

Facilities include a Sports Club with four Squash Courts, outdoor swimming pool, two Tennis Courts, daily aerobics classes, cardio vascular training equipment, a volleyball court, a jogging track and a fully equipped weight room. Professionally managed by qualified staff, the Sports Club is the ideal place to maintain fitness while in Port Moresby.

For more information on the Holiday Inn, you can visit their website at the following link: http://www.holidayinn.com

The room rates offered to the PPA Conference delegates are provided below in PNG Kina with approximate US Dollar equivalents.


Type of Room

Confirm by 18 June

Confirm after 18 June

31 Garden Premium Rooms
with Breakfast

PNGK650 (approx USD250)

PNGK800 (approx USD300)

29 Tower Rooms
with Breakfast

PNGK650 (approx USD250)

PNGK800 (approx USD300)

Check in time: 1300 hours               check out time: 1100 hours

Early check in: To guarantee early check in, the room must be pre-booked and prepaid at least one (1) day prior to arrival.

Please note that 60 block booked rooms for our group is being held at the Holiday Inn Port Moresby and reservations will have to be made on or before 18 June in order to obtain the negotiated rate for our group. After these date normal hotel rates will apply.

Accommodation booking policies

Individuals are responsible for making their own reservations. Details for accommodation are provided below.

Reservations will not be confirmed without credit card guarantee or deposit.

PAYMENT: Unless prior credit facilities have been approved, full repayment is required in cash, bank check (cheque) or approved credit card only

CANCELLATION POLICY: For the Holiday Inn, cancellation is to be done 14 days out prior to the arrival date. Any cancellations after 14 days will be charged full 1 night cancellation fee.
Full charges will be made for all NO SHOW and bookings will be cancelled thereafter.

The resort accepts all major credit cards including; Visa, Master, American Express.

Accommodation at Holiday Inn, Port Moresby
Amended: 07 June 2010
It has come to our attention that there has been some confusion as to how to make reservations at the Holiday Inn.  Delegates are now advised that they should only contact:

Ms. Dawaleia Lavett,
Business Development Executive,
Direct Line: (+675) 309 3471/303 2042,
Main Lines: (+675) 309 3000/303 2000,
Fax (+675) 309 3500/303 2979,
Mobile: (+675) 677 8360/721 91499,
Email: Dawa.Lavett@ihg.com

Please DO NOT make your reservations through the Holiday Inn website as special room rates have been negotiated as stated in the PPA website: http://www.ppa.org.fj/conf2010/members/accom.shtml.

The special rates and block booking have now been extended to 18 June 2010. Reservations will have to be made on or before 18 June in order to obtain the negotiated rates for our group. After this date normal hotel rates will apply and accommodation can be booked subject to availability. Note that breakfast is inclusive in the negotiated hotel rate for the conference.

For those members that have made their reservations directly on the Holiday Inn website, please email Dawaleia Lavett to confirm that you and your delegation are attending the PPA Conference and are eligible for the discounted rates.

ALLIED MEMBER ACCOMODATION

Accommodation for Allied Members have been block booked/reserved at the Lamama Hotel (60 Rooms).

The LAMANA HOTEL, aims to provide for you the best service at the most affordable price. They have a 24-hour shuttle service to and from Jackson’s International Airport, which means that from the time you arrive to the time you leave, our friendly staff are more than willing to help you.

Located in the heart of the Capital’s CBD and just 5 minutes from the airport, our location sets you close to the National Museum, Parliament House, Government offices and the University of PNG.

For more information on the Lamana hotel, you can visit their website at the following link: http://www.lamanahotel.com.pg

The room rates offered to the PPA Conference delegates are provided below in PNG Kina with approximate US Dollar equivalents.

Type of Room Confirm by 30 June Confirm after 30 June
60 Deluxe Rooms
with Breakfast
PNGK525 (approx USD200) PNGK700 (approx USD265)

Check in time: Anytime               Check out time: 1200 hours

Late check out:Permitted up to 1600 hours for a fee of K100. Guests are advised to enquire at the front desk for clarification.



Please note that 60 block booked rooms for Allied Members is being held at the Lamana Hotel. Reservations will have to be made on or before 30 June in order to obtain the negotiated rate for our group. After these date normal hotel rates will apply.

Accommodation booking policies
Individuals are responsible for making their own reservations. Details for accommodation are provided below.

Reservations will not be confirmed without credit card guarantee or deposit.

PAYMENT: Unless prior credit facilities have been approved, full repayment is required in cash, bank check (cheque) or approved credit card only

CANCELLATION POLICY: For the Holiday Inn, cancellation is to be done 24 hours prior to the arrival date.
The resort accepts all major credit cards including; Visa, Master, American Express.

Accommodation at Lamana Hotel, Port Moresby
Amended: 07 June 2010

Delegates are now advised that they should only contact Pauline Sigoli, Banquets Manager or Mr. Asigau Asigau Phone: (+675) 323 2333 Fax (+675) 323 2444 Email: fom@lamana.com.pg will apply to both Pauline Sigoli and Mr. Asigau.

Please DO NOT make your reservations through the Lamana Hotel website as special room rates have been negotiated as stated in the PPA website: http://www.ppa.org.fj/conf2010/members/accom.shtml.

These special rates and block bookings have now been extended to the 30 June 2010. Reservations will have to be made on or before 30 June in order to obtain the negotiated rates for our group. After this date normal hotel rates will apply and accommodation can be booked subject to availability. Note that breakfast is inclusive in the negotiated hotel rate for the Conference.

For those members that have made their reservations directly on the Lamana Hotel website, please email Pauline Sigoli/Mr. Asigau to confirm that you and your delegation are attending the PPA Conference and are eligible for the discounted rates.


TRAVEL AND TRANSPORT

Ground Transportation to and from Jacksons International Airport & between the conference venues

It is important for all delegates to inform the Secretariat of their arrival and departure times so the Hotel busescan meet and transport you to the Hotels. PNG Power Limited staff will also be at the airport to welcome you and direct you to the buses. Please fill in the Accommodation & Travel form once your travel details are confirmed and forward it to PPA.

During the week, a shuttle service will be available to transport delegates between Holiday Inn or Lamana Hotel and the Sir John Guise Stadium. A schedule will be made available to all registered delegates during the conference week. Transport will also be available if you need to go to the shops etc.

Flight Schedules to and from Papua New Guinea

Fiji - Port Moresby via Honiara
Air Niugini

There are two flights a week between Nadi and Port Moresby as below. Please go to the Air Niugini website for more information www.airniugini.com.pg

Nadi - Port Moresby via Honiara

Days

Depart Nadi

Arrive POM

Mondays

0900

1300

Saturdays

0900

1300

 

 

 

Port Moresby - Nadi via Honiara

Days

Depart POM

Arrive Nadi

Fridays

0945

1745

Sundays

0945

1745

Auckland - Port Moresby
Air Niugini

There are no direct flights from Auckland to Port Moresby, members in NZ will have to fly through Brisbane. Please go to the Air Niugini website for more information www.airniugini.com.pg

Brisbane - Port Moresby

Days

Depart Nadi

Arrive POM

Mondays

0930

1230

Tuesdays

1345

1645

Wednesdays

1345

1645

Thursdays

1210

1510

Saturdays

0930

1230

Sundays

1045

1345

 

 

 

Port Moresby - Brisbane

Days

Depart POM

Arrive Nadi

Tuesdays

0930

1225

Wednesdays

0930

1225

Thursdays

0815

1110

Fridays

1430

1725

Sundays

1045

1345

Los Angeles - Nadi
Air Pacific

Please go to the Air Pacific website for more information www.airpacific.com

Los Angeles - Nadi

Days

Depart LAX

Arrive Nadi

Tuesdays

2130

0515 + 2 days

Thursdays

2130

0515 + 2 days

Saturdays

2130

0515 + 2 days

Sundays

2130

0515 + 2 days

 

 

 

Nadi - Los Angeles

Days

Depart POM

Arrive Nadi

Tuesdays

2250

1205 same day

Thursdays

2250

1205 same day

Saturdays

2250

1205 same day

Sundays

2250

1205 same day

Los Angeles - Sydney
QANTAS

Please go to the QANTAS website for more information www.qantas.com.au

Los Angeles - Sydney

Days

Depart Los Angeles

Arrive Sydney

Mondays

2350
2230

0925 + 2 days
0825 + 2 days

Tuesdays

2350
2230

0925 + 2 days
0825 + 2 days

Wednesdays

2350
2230

0925 + 2 days
0825 + 2 days

Thursdays

2350
2230

0925 + 2 days
0825 + 2 days

Fridays

2350
2230

0925 + 2 days
0825 + 2 days

Saturdays

2350
2230

0925 + 2 days
0825 + 2 days

Sundays

2350
2230

0925 + 2 days
0825 + 2 days

 

 

 

Sydney - Los Angeles

Days

Depart Sydney

Arrive Los Angeles

Mondays

1150
1510

0650 same day
0950 same day

Tuesdays

1150
1510

0650 same day
0950 same day

Wednesdays

1150
1510

0650 same day
0950 same day

Thursdays

1150
1510

0650 same day
0950 same day

Fridays

1150
1510

0650 same day
0950 same day

Saturdays

1150
1510

0650 same day
0950 same day

Sundays

1150

0650 same day


Port Moresby Bay

Immigration & Visa Requirements
When filling in the Immigration Form provided to you on your flights, please indicate you are visiting Port Moresby for Business purposes.

Visa

Amendment Dated 02nd June, 2010

Since we are only a month away from the Conference, the PNG Power Ltd has now requested all the Delegates who are going to attend the PPA Conference if you could all please forward your scanned front detail page of your passport which has your photo and signature by e-mail or fax to: PNG Power Ltd, attention to Mr. Togaro Asiba, PNG Conference Director, Fax No: (675) 323 5994,

E-mail: tasiba@pngpower.com.pg to facilitate any delays in the visa waiver issuance

Customs
There are strict laws prohibiting or restricting the entry of drugs, steroids, weapons, firearms, protected wildlife and associated products. If you are unsure about anything declare it to Customs upon arrival.

Duty free allowances: International travelers over 18 years are allowed goods up to K250; 250 cigarettes or 50 cigars, or 250g of tobacco; 2 litres of spirits and a reasonable amount of perfume.




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