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Information of Interest
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Population |
| Nuevo
Leon: 3.9 million population Capital:
Monterrey (1.1 million population) |
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| Climate |
Temperature
on average is 86ºF (30 ºC), the minimum 42ºF
and the maximum 100ºF. The hottest months are July
and August. Rains are present during September. There is
an average of 300 sunny days per year.
SEASON |
MONTHS |
DEGREES |
Spring |
April-May-June |
30ºC |
Summer |
July-August-September |
36ºC |
Fall |
October-November-Dec |
20ºC |
Winter |
January-February-March |
20ºC |
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Monterrey's
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| Language |
Spanish
is the national language in Mexico, although English is
spoken in most shops, restaurants and public places in Monterrey. |
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| Airport |
| Monterrey
International Airport (Monterrey’s International
Airport)
256
daily flights:
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199 Domestic
• 57 International
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Aeropuerto
del Norte (North International Airport)
95 daily flights:
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73 Domestic
• 22 International
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Direct
domestic flights to the Monterrey’s International
Airport: Mexico City, Ciudad Juarez, Chihuahua, Cuernavaca,
Culiacan, El Bajio Region, Guadalajara, Hermosillo, Mexicali,
Monclava, Morelia, Piedras Negras, Puebla, Puerto Vallarta,
Queretaro, Tampico, Tijuana, Torreon, San Luis Potosi, Veracruz
and Villahermosa.
Direct
flights from the United States to the Monterrey’s
International Airport: Atlanta, Chicago, Dallas, Houston,
Las Vegas, Los Angeles, McAllen, Miami, New York, Orlando,
Phoenix and San Antonio.
A
total of 12 airlines operate in the Monterrey’s International
Airport: Aerolitoral, Aeromexico, Aerocalifornia, Aeromar,
Aviacsa, American West, American Airlines, Continental Airlines,
Delta Airlines, Lineas Aereas Azteca, Magnichartes and Mexicana
de Aviacion.
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| Money
& Banks |
Credit
Cards, US Dollars and Traveler Cheks are very well accepted.
It is not necessary to convert Dollars into Pesos. Banks
are open from 9:00 to 16:00 Hrs Monday through Friday, closing
on Holidays. |
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| Main
Industry Tourism |
Monterrey
has been characterized during this century because its great
industrial development and it is considered the Industrial
Capitol of Mexico. State’s manufacture sector represents
about 10% from the national. Monterrey produces 75% of glass,
60% of cement and synthetic and artificial fibers, 50% of
beer, 25% of Iron and 25 % od basic aluminum of the country. |
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| Time
Zone |
| Central
standard time year round. |
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| Electric
Currency |
| The
electric current all over Mexico is the same as in the US. |
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| Phone
Calls |
There is still government tax on long
distance calls in Mexico, so if you plan to call home, it
is more economical to call collect, since a charge paid
in other country can’t be taxed in Mexico. There are
establishments where you can find international phone cards
to make long distance calls. |
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| Venues |
Monterrey
has the most modern facilities to hold well-organized
events with a special touch of originality.
Located
within Fundidora Park, Cintermex (Monterrey International
Business Center) has 5,500 m² for conventions, 18,380
m² for trade shows and certified with the ISO 9002
standards.
Also
in Fundidora Park is the Monterrey Arena, unique in its
kind in Mexico with its capacity for 17,500 spectators.
Foro Pro Cultura Monterrey (Monterrey’s Pro-Culture
Forum), with functional facilities, convenient location
and an expansion project that will be completed in 2005.
Other
available sites in the city are: Luis Elizondo Auditorium,
San Pedro Auditorium, Coca Cola Auditorium, City Theatre,
Monterrey Tech Stadium, University Stadium and Monterrey
Baseball Park.
Likewise,
original places such as museums, squares, natural parks,
clubs and restaurants are also good options to hold unforgettable
social events. Another important factor is the wide variety
of service suppliers, supporting the organization of your
event in a professional manner.
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| What
to see & what to do ? |
More
than 13 museums, 10 shopping malls, 3 thematic parks, natural
adventures, parks, squares, historical places, shops, exclusive
boutiques, restaurants and the surrounding municipalities.
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| Dress
Code |
Casual
and seasonal attire constitutes the dress code in Cancun.
Coat and tie are not necessary unless the occasion requires
it.
Beach clothing is restricted to the island and should not
be used in town . |
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| What
is an IVI Event Coordinator? |
"A
human being who can run faster than a speeding locomotive,
be in two places at once, and who is knowledgeable, witty,
and beautiful or handsome, though not necessarily in that
order. His or her job is to make your program as pleasant
as possible. You will find them at the airport, ruins, sightseeing
tours, and cruises at the hospitality desk in your hotel.
They will be more than happy to assist you anytime, anywhere,
no matter what." |
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