To optimize time more efficient while participating in the business and cultural program of the WORLD HOCKEY FORUM, guests are advised to book hotel accommodation in advance. The application can be sent from a personal account in the “Hotels”, or contact our accomodation partner:

Valentina Ponomareva 

+7 916 328 81 85 

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Offer for accommodation in Moscow hotels for participants of World Hockey Forum 2019

The size and weight of baggage is strictly regulated by the Airlines acting on the territory of the Russian Federation.

To avoid unexpected costs, participants are encouraged to familiarize themselves with the relevant rules on the airline’s website, carrying out their flight.

It is important to pay attention to the list of items and substances prohibited for transportation on board aircraft. Many of the items for which there are restrictions for carriage on board, you can take in your luggage, using the pre-service packaging in the registration area.

The system of airports of Moscow city includes international airports Vnukovo, Domodedovo and Sheremetyevo.

Please specify the airports of arrival and departure, as well as learn designations of departure terminals.

Information services of Moscow airports:

Vnukovo +7 (495) 937 55 55

Domodedovo +7 (495) 933 66 66

Sheremetyevo + 7 (495) 578 65 65

Further information can also be found on the official websites of the airports:

Vnukovo www.vnukovo.ru

Domodedovo www.domodedovo.ru

Sheremetyevo www.svo.aero

The transfer may be arranged for the participants of the Forum from the airports to the site of the event, as well as to the recommended hotels accommodation and back. To order a taxi, please contact Valentina Ponomareva +7 963 924 02 17, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

We recommend using the services of an official taxi. Taxi at the airport may be ordered on a stand in the hall of arrival or in advance by phone: +7 (495) 777 57 77. Upon request, the cost of travel is calculated in advance by the manager. Payment is accepted in Russian rubles.

Self-planning a trip from the airport (and vice versa), and we recommend you use the services of Aeroexpress. Given the situation on the road in Moscow, it is one of the most comfortable and reliable way to easily and on schedule to reach the city center:

Vnukovo – Kiev railway station (journey time 35 minutes)
Domodedovo – Paveletsky railway station (journey time: 45-50 minutes)
Sheremetyevo – Belorussky Railway Station (journey time 35 minutes)
Additional Information – Online Aeroexpress: www.aeroexpress.ru

The climate of Moscow is moderately continental. The average temperature in September is +12 °C (53.6 F) during the day and + 7.5 °C (45.5 F) at night.

In early September, the weather in the Russian capital may remain relatively warm with daytime temperatures reaching as high as +15 °C (59 F) and sometimes even +20 °C (68 F).

Around this time of year, however, the days are getting shorter and the air temperatures drop. Rainy weather becomes more likely and stays for longer periods even though rains are not as intense compared to summertime.

For an up to date weather forecast please visit the RF Weather Service website at www.meteoinfo.ru.

Moscow time is GMT +3

The voltage of electrical network in Russia is 220 watts.

Preferably use bottled drinking water. Tap water is recommended to boil before drinking.

Smoking in public places is forbidden in Russian Federation. (as well as in bars, restaurants, theaters, museums, educational institutions and etc.)

Important telephone numbers to have on hand:

1. Emergency rescue (for wireless service customers): 112
2. Lost luggage:

Vnukovo

+7 (495) 436 28 38 (domestic flights)

+7 (495) 436 77 60 (international flights)

Domodedovo

+ 7 (495) 504 02 58 (domestic flights)

+ 7 (495) 504 02 85 (international flights) 

Sheremetyevo

+7 (495) 578 65 65

Wireless telecommunication services in Russia are primarily designed for dual-range GSM-900/GSM-1800 or GSM-850/GSM-1900 telecommunication devices. Almost all UMTS devices are capable of operating on GSM networks. To activate roaming services, please contact your respective wireless service operators.

The official currency of the Russian Federation is the Russian rouble. The rouble is the only means of payment in the Russian Federation.

Most credit cards (Visa, MasterCard, American Express) are accepted at hotels, restaurants, stores, etc. Certain smaller-scale organizations, however, only accept cash.

Currency exchange services are available at airports, hotels and banks. The US dollar and Euro are the two primary foreign currencies accepted for exchange. Some banks may also exchange British pounds. Specific currency exchange rates depend on the bank’s policy. Please note that banks may charge a fee for currency exchange services.

For up to date information about currency exchange rates please visit www.cbr.ru.