ICIC 2009 Secretariat has blocked rooms for participants at the special rates. For hotel reservation, please return the complete reservation form to the Secretariat. You will get a confirmation of hotel reservation directly from the hotel where you wish to stay. Payment should be made in Korean Won.

*The room rate doesn’t include the breakfast. Only when you reserve the room and breakfast together, the special rate of breakfast is applicable.

Full room rate should be paid by credit card for reservation guarantee upon reservation.
Cancellation made after August 31, 2009 is subject to the cancellation charge.  
- 7 days before your reserved check-in date: 30% of a night room charge.
- 2 days before your reserved check-in date: 80% of a night room charge.
- In case of “No Show”, one night room rate will be charged.
Refunds must be received after cancellation charge is paid.

        Lotte Hotel

    Lotte Hotel Ulsan is designated as a conference venue and accommodation for participants. As five star grades, the hotel is located in downtown of Ulsan city. The hotel has spar, indoor swimming pool, gymnasium, and golf practice range. Shopping mall is in vicinity of the hotel. Internet service is available.

Address: 1480-1 Samsan-dong, Nam-gu, Ulsan 680-020 Korea
TEL. 82 52 960 1000
FAX. 82 52 960 4334
Website: http://www.lottehotelulsan.com

        Olympia Hotel

Facilities: Coffee shop, Sauna, Korean/Western Restaurant, Bank.

Address: 1128-1 Shinjeoung 2- dong, Nam-gu, Ulsan
Tel: +82-52 271-8401/ Fax: +82-52-271-8410
Location: 20-30 min by taxi from Ulsan Airport
10 min by taxi or bus from Ulsan station
10 min by tax or bus from Ulsan Intercity Bus terminal
Website: http://www.olympiaulsan.co.kr/

        Koji Motel

Address: 1564-11 Samsan-dong, Nam-gu, Ulsan
Tel: +82-52 268 0058

        Shervil Motel

Address: 1564-16 Samsan-dong, Nam-gu, Ulsan
Tel: +82-52 271 9069/ Fax: +82-52 271 5503

  Ulsan Airport to Lotte Hotel Ulsan:
- First bus: 06:00 AM
- Last bus: 22:40 PM
- Interval: every 26 minutes
- Duration: 15 minutes
- Bus stand: Limousine boarding station
- Fare: 1,300 Korean won (one-way)

  Lotte Hotel Ulsan to Ulsan Airport:
- First bus: 06:00 AM
- Last bus: 22:40 PM
- Interval: every 26 minutes
- Duration: 15 minutes
- Bus stand: Lotte Hotel Ulsan
- Fare: 1,300 Korean won (one-way)

    Hyundai Heavy Industry is general heavy industry corporation which produces 15% of total ship building of the world, and it has world best ship building industry. Besides, Hyundai conducts sea business such as digging oil and gas from the sea and plant business which produces other industrial facilities, engine business for automatization such as engine for ships and industrial robert, heavy electric apparatus business such as current transformer, electric generator, and also produce filoda of excavator.  Website: http://www.hhi.co.kr.

    Ulsan Factory is built on 5 million ㎡ of land, which is more than 1.5 times broader than Yeoido, and is the main factory of HyundaiMotors complete with five independent factory facilities. With nearly 34 thousand employees, this factory produces 5,600 cars a day on average. In addition, this factory has an exclusive wharf which is capable of berthing three ships with a 42,000-ton capacity at the same time. Moreover, it is the largest facility that represents the automotive industry of Korea, complete with fire station, hospital, patrol car s, and others. Website: http://www.hmc.co.kr/.

    SK which is the first oil refining company was established in 1962 and has grown with national economy. Ulsan factory is the center among the SK factories and it is the one of the largest factory in the world as a single factory. Ulsan factory ground is 25 in terms of scale and there are about 40 factories and 2,900 employees are hired in the area. It runs 24hours a day. SK vertically expanded its business from the oil refinery to the oil exploration and synthetic resins and SK make it possible to both domestic and foreign customers to meet the supply of a general-purpose chemical products. Website: http://www.skcorp.com.

    Since it was founded, Poongsan has concentrated its capabilities on the development and mass production of copper-based alloys and defense products. This has contributed to the development of the Korean economy. Poongsan became a pioneer in the domestic fabricated copper industry after the completion of the Bupyung Plant in 1969. The completion of a fabricated copper plant with up-to-date facilities in the Onsan Nonferrous Complex Area in the early 80's has allowed Poongsan to supply mass-high-quality copper products to both domestic and abroad markets with international competitiveness. Website: http://www.poongsan.co.kr.

It is called Daewang rock because Queen Moonmoo of Shilla kingdom died to be a dragon for defense of the motherland like King Moonmoo the Great in the East Sea.

Sinbulsan Falls Natural Recreation Forest, located in the Ulsan Mountain’s Alps, is a beautiful valley famous for its lush vegetation and spectacular waterfalls. There is “Paraeso Waterfall”, a picturesque display in the heart of the forest and remains a must-see for visitors. This deep and blue Paraeso Waterfall has a story that regardless of how hard the waterfalls, it won’t ever touch the bottom because it is so deep. There are also old Buddhist temple such as “Tongdosa” temple and “Seongnamsa” temple and pampas grass plain is located not too far away.

    The sunrise along the East Coast can be viewed earliest at Ganjeolgot Point in Daesong-ri, Seosaeng-myun, Uljin-gun. The breathtaking view of the sunrise can be seen a minute earlier than Homigot Point in Yeongilman Bay and five minutes earlier than Jeongdongjin in Gangneung. Ganjeolgot Point is in the spotlight as a new tourist attraction along with Jinha Beach and Seosaengpo Fortress. The lighthouse is located 20 minutes away from the entrance to Ulsan Nambu Ring Road.

    Passport and Visa:Any foreign visitor wishing to enter the Republic of Korea must have a valid passport. Visitors with confirmed outbound tickets may stay in Korea up to 30 days without visas. For those of some countries who require visa, please contact the Korean Secretariat. They will forward invitation letter to presenters with accepted papers only. Please contact the Korea Embassy locally first.

    Climate:Korean weather shows distinct seasonal changes. The climate of Ulsan is relatively dry climate affected by seasonal wind. Ulsan temperature is expected to range 25 to 28℃ (70~80°F) during the conferences. It is sunny, windy and scattered shower in Incheon. Relative humidity is 65~70%. The weather is subject to change. Incheon has the sunny weather in Korea, allowing tourists to enjoy their visit all year long.

    Geography:A city located 400km from the nation’s capital, Seoul, lies at 126° 37´ of east longitude and 37° 28´ of north latitude. San Francisco, Washington, Madrid, and Teheran are found on the same latitude.

    Electricity:In Korea, outlets for 220 volts 60 Herz are dominant. Always check the power supply before using your equipment.

    Currency and Credit Cards:The unit of Korean currency is the Won. Foreign currency and traveler's checks can be exchanged into Korean Won at foreign exchange banks and other authorized money exchangers. Credit cards, including VISA, American Express, Diners Club, Master Card and JCB, are accepted at major hotels, department stores, and large restaurants. The exchange rate is subject to fluctuation.

    Tax and Tipping:Value Added Tax (VAT) is levied on most goods at a standard rate of 10%. In major tourist spots, a 10% VAT plus a 10% service charge is added to the bills.