Welcome to Istanbul, the city where East and West, Asia and Europe meets and to the city that is established on two continents.

In general, the city consists of three parts; the European side consists of the old historical peninsula to the south, and to the north Galata District where our conference will be held. The Asian side has the New City.

The European side is a trade and business center, whereas the Asian side is more of a residential area. Istanbul is established on both sides of the Bosphorus, which connects the Black Sea and the Sea of Marmara, and separates Asia
and Europe.

Today, Istanbul is still a political and commercial center for the Balkan and Middle Eastern Countries and the Turkic Republics of Central Asia. It is estimated that 12 -15 million people live in Istanbul, almost 20% of the Turkish population. Most of the 2 million tourists that visit Istanbul every year admire the historical and natural beauties of the city. You can find different cultures and religions and many historical monuments and museum.

• History/Culture
• Things to Know
• Places of Interest

The Organizing Committee reserved a block of rooms at the Dedeman Hotel & Resort, the venue for the 2009 IAMB Fall Conference. Our special rate is $130 USD per room per night for single occupancy) and $150 USD for double occupancy . (Note: rates were reduced to $120 and $140, respectively!) . These rates include Breakfast! The rates are valid during the conference days, October 11-13, 2009, as well as for extended stay before of after the conferrence. These rates are inclusive of taxes but not incidental personal charges.

If you want to extend your stay at the hotel or arrive earlier, please request so during your reservation.

The Dedeman Hotel has free wireless Internet services, unlimited access to the fitness center and swimming pool.

Visit the Venue page for more information on the Hotel and its amenities,

Single room - $130 (reduced to $120 includes Breakfast)
Double room - $150 (reduced to $140 plus Breakfast for two)
Address: Yildiz Posta Caddesi, 50 Esentepe, 34340 Istanbul
Telephone: (+90) 212-337-4500    
Fax:(+90) 212-275-1100  
Reservation: Email only to Ebru Ulucan, Director of Reservation
Email: ebru.ulucan@dedeman.com
Website: www.dedeman.com

How to make Reservation

To receive the discounted rate, you must make your room reservation by email ONLY. Write email to Ms Ebru Ulucan, Director of Reservation at ebru.ulucan@dedeman.com and mention "IAMB Conference". A valid credit card is required to make reservations. The Group rooms will be held in a block until September 11, 2009. 
Please note that these room rates are valid until September 11, 2009. It is strongly recommend making hotel reservations well in advance in order to guaranty a space. Any requests received after the cut-off date,September 11, 2009, will be handled on a space available basis. Guestroom charges and personal expenses incurred at the hotel will be the responsibility of each individual guest.

Cancellations of room reservation: Inforamtion is not yet availalbe..

Transportation to/from hotel

The Ataturk Istanbul International Airport is 30 minutes taxicab drive. Transportation to and from the airport is available by taxicab at the cost of 35-40 Tukish Lira (about 18 Euro or $25 USD) each way. Special arrangments for shuttle services will be announced as information becomes available.