Venue

Sofitel Dubai The Palm Resort & Spa

The 2018 Health & Humanitarian Logistics Conference will be held at Sofitel The Palm. Be captivated by a fresh blend of Polynesian-inspired architecture and Arabian hospitality in the breath-taking setting of Palm Jumeirah, Dubai. A welcoming haven of paradise, this stunning resort overlooks the enticing waters of the Arabian Gulf, offering a relaxing retreat, enthused with elegant luxury for an unforgettable stay.

Please note that valet service is complementary each day of the conference at the Ballroom entrance to the hotel.

Photo of front of Sofitel The Palms

Photo of Sofitel resort from above and photo of event space

 

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Please note that the conference organizers will not provide airport transfer or assistance in booking accommodations for conference attendees. Please see information at left to book a hotel or shared accommodation or the Area Information page for assistance with transportation.

Travel Info

Airport & Arrival

Attendees should book air travel into Dubai International Airport. This airport is the primary international airport serving Dubai, United Arab Emirates and is the world's busiest airport by international passenger traffic.

The United Arab Emirates uses the UAE Dirham, commonly referred to as the “DH” or “Dhs”. The single easiest place to exchange your currency is at the Dubai International Airport (DXB), with currency exchange services readily available which do not charge a commission, and many offer to buy back  what you don’t use upon leaving Dubai. Local time zone will be Gulf Time Zone GMT+4.

The warm season in Dubai lasts from May 18th to September 25th with an average daily high temperature above 37°C. The hottest day of the year is July 28th, with an average high of 41°C and low of 31°C.

In the United Arab Emirates the power sockets are of type C, D and G. The standard voltage is 220 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.

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Previous Conferences

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About the Conference Series

The Health & Humanitarian Conference series is organized each year by the Center for Health & Humanitarian Systems (CHHS) at Georgia Tech in partnership with INSEAD, MIT, and Northeastern University, with generous support from corporate and other organizational sponsors.

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  • humlogconf (@) gatech.edu
  • 755 Ferst Drive, Atlanta, GA 30332