Topic of the Week: Düsseldorf Doesn’t Disconnect
Posted by Daniela Knoll on Wed, Apr 08, 2009 @ 10:39 PM
Though you may be thousands of miles from home, you should never feel disconnected while in Düsseldorf. There are many ways to stay in touch while at our shows.
Bring a laptop
Chances are, you or someone in your booth will bring a laptop computer. The Düsseldorf exhibition center has an extensive wireless network, so all you need is a laptop with wireless capabilities & to purchase vouchers from the Telekom office (look for the big, pink "T" if you order them on-site). Vouchers are good for either 60 minutes, 1000 minutes, or for a 24 hour period.
International Lounge
There are computer terminals available in the international lounge near the service center if you just need to check your mail or even print. The lounge manager will request that you keep your computer time to 15 minutes!
Dedicated Internet
You can always order a broadband line for your booth through the Telekom office. This is recommended more if you need a constant connection for your exhibit.
US/North American Pavilion
If you are an exhibitor in the US/North American Pavilion, we provide at least one computer terminal in the lounge for your convenience.
Of course, when you're not on our facility, you'll find Düsseldorf to be very well connected. Just about all hotels will offer a business center and internet connectivity in your room (in some cases, at no extra charge!).
Got a tri or quad-band mobile phone or PDA? Turn it on when your plane lands and you will pick up a local network just like when you travel in the U.S. Remember you will probably be in Roaming Mode, so check with your provider on costs - some offer special plans for traveling overseas.
Staying in touch while traveling is important, even necessary. But don't forget to take advantage of a little downtime to "disconnect" once and awhile and have a moment to yourself to enjoy something new!