THE FIRST AIS EVENT IN SOUTH AMERICA!
We invite you to join us in the most unique location that AIS has ever held a conference. AMCIS 2010 will be in Lima, Peru. This extraordinary opportunity combines the strengths of networking with experienced world leaders in IS/IT with the venue of Lima and its surrounding attractions. Sessions will be presented in English, Spanish, and Portuguese.
Bring your families to take advantage of this exciting occasion to become acquainted with some of the world's oldest cultures found in Cusco and Machu Picchu; this would also be a very special opportunity to come and enjoy Peru's wonderful tourism sites such as the Ecological Reserve of Manu and the Amazon Jungle, the Colca Canyon, among others.
Peru is waiting for you!
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Important dates
January 4, 2010 | Paper, panel, workshop, tutorial submissions open. |
March 1st, 2010 | Deadline for paper, panel, workshop, and tutorial submissions. |
April 12, 2010 | Notification of acceptance of papers, panels, workshops, and tutorials. |
April 26, 2010 | Final copy due. |
How do I get to and from the airport ?
Is Peru dangerous (conference area, Lima, countryside)?
What tours are available? How do I book tours?
Are hotel room rates similar to those in the US?
A SUGGESTION: Book your flight as early as possible and enjoy airfare rates similar to those when traveling in the US from coast to coast.
- During the 2009 World Travel Awards Gala held in London on November 8th some Peruvian institutions have been awarded as the best in South America. These are:
- According to the last "Country Brand Index", carried out by the international consultancy Future Brand, Peru is the third main tourist destination in the world in the categories of Authenticity and History. This study is based on surveys to 2,700 travelers from several countries. Peru is also in seventh place in the category Art and Culture and ninth in Natural Beauty.
- Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport | South America's Leading Airport |
- Ramada Costa Del Sol Lima Airport, Peru | South America's Leading Airport Hotel |
- South America's Leading Tourist Board | PromPeru - Peruvian Tourism Board |
PERU through the most popular US diaries
Whether by its archaeology, tasty cuisine or its living culture, Peru is on the loop. Take a look to the articles about Peru in various newspapers and renowned tourist magazines:
Peru's drink from the desert Washington Post � September 9, 2009.
A Peruvian cocktail Washington Post � September 6, 2009.
Marinated in the morning, grilled at night Washington Post � April 1, 2009
New life in ancient Peru The New York Times � September 13, 2009
48 HOURS Lima destination guide National Geographic Traveler � September 2009