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HOST NATION INTRODUCTION. Tiit Paljak LTC G7 SO LF HQ. Topics. Locations Security Finances HNS Important phone numbers Miscellaneous. MPC locations in Tallinn. VIRU Shopping Centre. Connecting gallery. Underground passage. KAUBAMAJA Shopping Centre. Rävala Parking House.
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HOST NATION INTRODUCTION Tiit Paljak LTC G7 SO LF HQ UNCLASSIFIED
Topics Locations Security Finances HNS Important phone numbers Miscellaneous UNCLASSIFIED
MPC locations in Tallinn VIRU Shopping Centre Connecting gallery Underground passage KAUBAMAJA Shopping Centre Rävala Parking House Radisson BLU UNCLASSIFIED
Lunch options Lunch • In Radisson BLU • Seasons Restaurant • Lobby Bar • Madissoni Grill & Bar • Lounge 24 (on rooftop) • Other options are within 5 min walking distance in KAUBAMAJA and VIRU Shopping Centre UNCLASSIFIED
Security MPC • Always carry (inside) your MPC ID and military/civilian ID card on you. You will be asked to present it by the MP security personnel • MP provides access and room security in Conferernce floor • If your MPC ID card is lost or stolen, inform POC • MPC materials/presentations, etc- NATO UNCLASSIFIED Free time in Tallinn • Overall threat level is low • Moderate risks: • Pickpockets (city centre) • Traffic • slippery; • low visibility- mandatory to wear reflectors (dark hours). UNCLASSIFIED
Finances Currency USD (USA dollar) exchange rate 1.4 USD ~ 1 EURO Cards All major debit/credit cards accepted (exeption- American Express in smaller shops) UNCLASSIFIED
Host Nation Support Transportation • No daily transportation arranged • EST will arrange 2 MINIVANS for additional Site Survey needs • USAFE visit and transportation to Ämari Airbase will be arranged by EST Air Force Administration • One conference room (305 m2 - up to 100 PAX, tables divided into groups according to syndicates) from 28.11-02.12.2011 in Radisson BLU, Rävala puiestee 3, Tallinn (equipped with projectors, screens, printer and whiteboard). • 2x/day coffee breaks (served in foyer) will be provided by HN • Free WIFI available in Conference room Miscellaneous • No hosted/official dinner planned UNCLASSIFIED
Conference layout in Radisson BLU Conference room Restrooms Coffee area UNCLASSIFIED
Points of Contact Host Nation LTC Aron Kalmus+372 5669 1871 LTC Tiit Paljak+372 514 2098 (MP)MAJ Meelis Sarapuu+372 56466456 (duty hours) Important numbers Emergency 112 Police 110 Information Hotline 1182 Taxi Tallink Takso 1921 Tulika Takso 1200 Maxi-taxi (8-12 seats) also available UNCLASSIFIED
Miscellaneous Clothing During MPC– • BDU (or service equivalent) • Be aware of low temperature in Nov/Dec (average between 0 and -4° Celsius, snow possibility) • Civilian attire for civilian personnel • No issues with being in foreign uniform in public Drivers • Lights- mandatory to use vehicle lights 24/7 • Parking in Tallinn- The first 15 minutes of parking is free of charge, if the driver is using a parking clock or written notice fixing the starting time placed visibly on the windscreen of the vehicle. • More info on parking- http://www.tallinn.ee/Parking-in-Tallinn • Special rate in Rävala Parking House for MPC participants UNCLASSIFIED
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