Destination Tallinn

A PRACTICAL GUIDE TO THE 2019 JCI WORLD CONGRESS

DESTINATION TALLINN, ESTONIA

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ACCOMMODATION + VENUE

CONGRESS INFORMATION

ABOUT TALLINN + EXPLORE TALLINN + TOURISM

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CONGRESS KEY EVENTS + NATIONAL NIGHTS

MESSAGE OF GREETINGS Dear Honored Members, Alumni and Senators of JCI, Dear delegates of the 2019 JCI World Congress, It is my honor to welcome you all to the 2019 JCI World Congress in the beautiful city of Tallinn!

Serving as the 2019 JCI President of this prestigious organization has been a great, yet challenging journey. However, challenges are part of the process that a leader must face to test his or her strength. Leadership is indeed the core of this great organization and as we continue to develop more and more leaders, we must remember the purpose of why we’ve gathered here in Tallinn. That purpose being for us to take this opportunity to inspire and enhance our skills so we can leave here a better version of ourselves.

This has been a life changing journey that I have been pleased to share with you all of you. Once again I say thank you for your dedication, passion and support. Your efforts throughout the year have not gone unnoticed.

We have a mission to empower young people to create positive change. A mission that was brought to us by our great founders. A mission that has stood the test of time. Let this mission carry us till the ends of time. I challenge you to engage even more with young people about joining this great adventure called JCI. By being advocates for JCI, we will become the leading global network of young active citizens.

As we gather in Tallinn, we must continue our tasks as leaders in all three sectors—civil society, business and government.

By engaging with young people and all three sectors, we gain even more opportunities to create impact in communities all around the world. By creating local impact, we can change the world while leading innovative initiatives to support the Global Goals for Sustainable Development.

I urge you to continue to inspire youth, inspire leaders and inspire change. Let us encourage others as well as ourselves to change the world.

Once again, welcome to Tallinn and the 2019 JCI World Congress!

Best regards,

Alexander Tio 2019 JCI President

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Accommodations Headquarters Hotel

Senate Hotels

Liivalaia 33, 10118 Tallinn, Estonia

Rävala puiestee 3, 10143 Tallinn, Estonia

Tel: +372-631-5333

Tel: +372-682-3000

Radisson Blu Olümpia

Radisson Blu Sky

Website: radissonblu.com/en/Olümpiahotel-tallinn Email: info.Olümpia.tallinn@radissonblu.com

Metropol Hotel Roseni 13, 10111 Tallinn, Estonia Tel: +372-667-4500 Website: metropol.ee Email: booking@metropol.ee

Venues The Radisson Blu Olümpia The Radisson Blu Olümpia will serve as the Headquarters Hotel for the 2019 JCI World Congress. At the Radisson Blu Olümpia, you will be able to experience the magic and hospitality of Estonia while enjoying majority of the conference activities in this location. This modern, newly renovated conference center is located in the heart of the city and is within walking distance of popular attractions like Tallinn’s Old Town. This hotel has multifunctional meeting facilities that are perfect for hosting workshops, seminars and gala dinners.

You’ll enjoy a variety of hotel amenities that will make your stay enjoyable including a 24-hour gym and sauna.

Radisson Blu Sky At the Radisson Blu Sky Hotel in Tallinn, conference planners can choose from 10 meeting rooms and host up to 410 delegates in this event space. It will be used for JCI World Debating Championship, forums, workshops and courses.

Saku Grand Hall The Saku Grand Hall is a multi-purpose indoor space that can accommodate up to 10,000 spectators. The Transformation Day, Opening Ceremony and Welcome Party will take advantage of this space.

Tallink Tennis Centre The Tallink Tennis Centre is Tallinn’s largest venue. While typically serving as a tennis arena, it will be transformed into a magical Gala venue!

Kalev Sports Hall The sports hall was built in 1962 and remains under state protection as an architectural monument. Capable of fitting thousands of people, this place will be used for JCI Morning Show, General Assembly and Clean World Day.

Destination: Tallinn, Estonia

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CONGRESS INFORMATION Registration Delegates are strongly encouraged to register and pay online before arriving to Tallinn. Upon arrival registered delegates should pick up their name badges at the Headquarters Hotel.

The registration desk will be open at the Radisson Blu Olümpia, Radisson Blu Sky and Viru Sokos Hotel in the Conference Center.

Registration will be open: • Sunday 3 November: 14:00 – 17:00 @ Olümpia, Sky, Viru Sokos • Monday 4 November: 9:00 – 19:00 @ Olümpia, Sky, Viru Sokos • Tuesday 5 November: 9:00 – 17:00 @ Olümpia • Tuesday 5 November: 9:00 – 12:00 @ Sky and Viru Sokos Only delegates who register will be allowed to participate in JCI World Congress events. Admission will be restricted to delegates wearing congress badges and holding entry tickets, when necessary.

Travel Visa You may need a visa to enter Estonia. Estonia is a member of the Schengen area, meaning that travelers coming from other Schengen countries do not need an additional visa. Please visit Estonia’s visa website for more information: www.vm.ee/en/who-does-not-need-visa-visit-estonia.

Please consult the Estonian Ministry of Foreign Affairs website for a full list and details. If you do require a Schengen area visa, you can submit an application at an Estonian representation abroad. If there is not an Estonian embassy or consulate in your country, you can apply at the office of a Member State representing Estonia in issuing visas.

If you do require a visa to visit Estonia, it is strongly recommended that you begin the visa process no later than two months before your intended arrival. Delegates that have registered and paid prior to 4 August will automatically receive a visa invitation letter from the Congress Organizing Committee.

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Health Although Tallinn does not require any vaccinations for travelers, you

explore throughout Tallinn. Although, costs will vary depending on

should always make sure you are up-to-date on routine vaccines

how far away your destination is, these on-demand transportation

before every trip. Ask your doctor what vaccines and medicines you

systems tend to be cheaper than the local taxi services. Learn how

need based on where you are going, how long you are staying, what

much a ride may cost using Lyft here: www.lyft.com/fare-estimate

you will be doing and if you are traveling from a country beforehand.

and how much a ride using Bolt would cost here: www.bolt.eu/.

Transportation to Hotel There are many ways to reach your hotel from the Lennart Meri Tallinn Airport (TLL). For detailed transport information, please visit: www.tallinn-airport.ee/en/transport/leaving-the-airport/.

Arrive by Bus Bus 2 travels from the Lennart Meri Tallinn Airport (TLL) to the city center. You can find a bus boarding station at the airport’s transport center.

Arrive by Tram

Congress Attire National dress, dark business suits or tuxedos,

cocktail or evening dresses are appropriate for: • Opening Ceremony • JCI Awards Ceremony • Farewell Ball

Business suits or national dress are appropriate for: • General Assemblies • Other business sessions

Purchasing a ticket from the driver of the tram costs 2 euros or 1 euro if purchased online. The tram line 4 is located on the city side of the passenger terminal in the airport. The tram ride from the Lennart Meri Tallinn Airport (TLL) to the city takes about 14 minutes.

Arrive by Taxi It is recommended that you use one of the Lennart Meri Tallinn Airport (TLL) partner taxis to ensure you receive a fair price. Find out more about the TLL taxi partners: www.tallinn-airport.ee/en/transport/leaving-the-airport/.

Arrive by Lyft or Bolt Lyft and Bolt are both on-demand transportation companies where

Business casual dress is appropriate for: • JCI Official Courses and seminars • JCI Skills Development Courses • Forums • Workshops

Casual dress (unless otherwise indicated) is appropriate for:

• National parties • Tourism

you can request a ride from a nearby driver using their mobile app.

By downloading Lyft or Bolt to your phone, you will be asked to sign up using a valid phone number and valid form of payment (either a credit card or a link to an Apple Pay, Google Wallet or PayPal account). Once you sign up, you can request a ride from a nearby driver within minutes and travel to any destination you’d like to Destination: Tallinn, Estonia

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ABOUT

TALLINN, ESTONIA Throughout history, Tallinn has been ruled

1920s and 1930s. From the relaxing and

by Danish, Swedish and Soviet Russians,

photogenic atmosphere to the historical and

but during WWI, they fell under Russian

medieval landmarks, Tallinn is a magical city

rule, where it remained until it gained

for all to visit.

independence in 1991. Now, Tallinn is

Free, high-speed internet is abundant in Tallinn. It is available in hotels, cafes, parks and city squares. If you are in a space where

Language

the password is protected, you can ask the

churches and medieval buildings. Castles

Most Estonians are bilingual, speaking

the WiFi.

and cobblestone can be met alongside one

English, Russian or Finnish. The official

of the world’s fastest-growing technology

language of Estonia is Estonian, which

industries. In 1997, UNESCO named Tallinn’s

comes from the Finno-Ugric family. It is

Old Town a World Heritage Site as an

spoken by about 1 million people.

the proud capital of Estonia—a peaceful, photogenic country filled with ancient

“exceptionally complete and well-preserved example of a medieval northern European trading city.”

Weather Tallinn will be experiencing their northern fall

cafe or restaurant to share the password for

Currency The official currency in Tallinn is the Euro (€).

Currency can be exchanged at the airport and banks including Swedbank, Big Bank, Luminor, LHV, Handelsbanken, SEB and Nordea found throughout the city.

In addition to offering many digital

season in November so bring an umbrella

opportunities and innovations, Tallinn has a

and expect a few showers along with

very green landscape with 50 percent of its

possible snowfall. The average temperature

land covered by forests. Tallinn is a popular

ranges from mid 30s to low 40s (1—6 °C) so

Credit Cards and ATMs

destination for Baltic cruises and anyone else

make sure to bring a warm jacket and snow

seeking historical architecture with a small-

Tallinn is a digital-first economy meaning

gear. Gloves, hat, warm socks and scarves

town feel having all the luxuries of living in

most major credit cards, except America

are strongly recommended!

Express, are widely accepted. Bank or debit/

the digital age. Beside the old architectural spires are booming technological innovations

credit cards can be used at businesses and

on every corner. Commonly called the Silicon

Time Zone

Valley of Europe, Estonia has more start-ups

Eastern European Time (UTC +2 hours)

per capita than anywhere else on earth. It is the birthplace of tech companies like Skype and TranserWise. Tallinn residents were

Telephone

the first to experience e-voting, which was

The country code for Estonia is +372. When

adopted in 2005.

calling abroad from Estonia, you must dial “+” or “00” and then use the respective

The cultural notes left by Russian and

code of the country that you are calling. The

Nordic influences are visible today in Tallinn

country code is then followed by the area

food and culture. Most of this culture can

code and phone number.

be found in Tallinn’s Old Town which is filled with bustling stores, restaurants and lavish wooden houses dating back to the

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Internet

ATMs can be found throughout the city to withdraw cash.

As with any other destination, avoid withdrawing and carrying large sums of cash. Exercise the same vigilance in terms of security consciousness and discretion as you would elsewhere when using an ATM

Tipping & Gratuity

Attire in Tallinn

Western European and Russian art.

Tallinn residents typically wear smart casual

Information Technology

attire that includes jeans and sneakers. They

Being the sister city of the Silicon Valley

tend to dress up when heading out to nicer

town of Los Gatos, California, the New

restaurants or upscale bars. Don’t forget to

York Times has characterized Estonia as

bring a winter coat and warm, waterproof

the Silicon Valley of the Baltic Sea. Many

shoes!

start-ups have originated from the Sovietera Institute of Cybernetics including

Tipping is not mandatory or customary in Estonia, but consider 10% for great service.

Cultural Notes Museums

Electricity

Skype. The EU Agency for large-scale IT systems and the IT development centers for large corporations are based in Tallinn,

Mostly located in the central district of the

making this city one of the main IT centers

In Estonia, the standard voltage is 230 V and

city, Tallinn is the home to more than 60

in Europe. Smaller start-ups from around

the standard frequency is 50 Hz. The power

museums and galleries. Many museums

the world seeking support and networking

sockets are of type C and F. Type C is also

cover Estonia’s history, art and natural

opportunities have found a home in Tallinn to

known as the standard “Euro” plug as the

sciences. One of the most visited museums

be part of an information technology sector.

3-pronged plug that works with plugs Type

is the Estonian History Museum located

C, E and F.

in Great Guild Hall at Vanalinn, a historic part of the city. Another historical museum that can be found just behind the Town Hall is Tallinn City Museum. This Old Town

Type C

Type E

museum covers Tallinn’s history from prehistory until 1991, when Estonia regained its independence. It also owns nine more

Type F For more information, visit: www.power-plugs-sockets.com/estonia/

Transportation

departments and museums around the city.

Also located in Old Town, are two major natural science museums—the Estonia Museum of Natural History and Health Care Museum. Kadriorg Palace consists of four major art museums that feature the country’s largest collection of contemporary, modern,

Car Rentals Several car rental companies are available throughout Tallinn, including Avis, Europecar, Hertz and Budget. These companies can be found inside TLL at the transport center.

For more information on renting cars in Tallinn, visit: www.tallinn-airport.ee/en/transport/car-hire/

Destination: Tallinn, Estonia

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EXPLORE

TALLINN, ESTONIA

Old Town

Kohtuotsa Viewing Platform

Enter through Tallinn’s magical old town through the Viru Gates,

Located on the northern side of Cathedral hill, the Kohtuotsa

cobblestone towers built in the 14th century as a defense system during war, to wander through market stalls, numerous restaurants and historical landmarks. Tallinn’s Old Town has been praised for being the most preserved medieval city in Northern Europe that has kept its Gothic structures and 13th century city plan intact. Travel back in time as you explore the beautiful architecture that has been preserved by locals who can be found dressed in medieval clothing

Viewing Platform provides excellent views of the Old Town as well as newer parts of the city. No matter what time of year, you will be sure to see the historic red roofs and towering spires of gothic cathedrals without the hordes of tourists. If you need a private place to think while observing the beauty that is Tallinn, make your way to the greatest resting and viewing point in town that has a background view of the Pirita district and the Gulf of Finland.

throughout this historical city center.

Town Hall Square Since the Middle Ages, the Town Hall Square has been the central market place of lower town Tallinn. In the summer, this medieval center is filled with outdoor cafes and local festivals. In the winter, this historic square becomes the city centerpiece for holiday festivities that includes a Christmas market and tree. The Brotherhood of the Blackheads are thought to have erected the world’s very first Christmas tree in this very location. Make your way to this photogenic and historic landmark in between Congress sessions to experience the magic of Tallinn.

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Telliskivi Creative City Formally known as the industrial complex, the Telliskivi Creative City is the largest creative center in Estonia. This creative space consists of art studios, companies and offices of NGOs working to change the world. Not only is this location a great place to work, but for entertainment as the home of nearly 600 cultural events that take place annually as well as a weekly flea market. Explore the unique street art, food trucks, local breweries and photo galleries created by the artistic and innovative minds of Tallinn.

St. Olaf’s Church Located in Old Town, St. Olaf’s Church is considered one of the

Tourism Resources

most important structures as well as the city’s largest medieval

With a wide range of activities and sights to see, there is something

building. Once standing as one of the tallest buildings in the world,

special for everyone in Tallinn. To decide how to schedule your

this steeple stood at 159 meters (522 feet) before it was stuck by

perfect post-conference plans, visit the following sites for more

lighting numerous times throughout its history. Climb the narrow

information:

steps of this historic church for a breathtaking view of Tallinn’s

• www.jciwc2019.com/tours/

Old Town.

• www.visitestonia.com/en/ • www.lonelyplanet.com/estonia/tallinn

Kadriorg Park

• www. theculturetrip.com/europe/estonia/articles/the-15-best- things-to-do-in-tallinn-estonia/

After a long day of networking with fellow active citizens, take a stroll through the most popular urban park in Estonia. Covering around 70 hectares (173 acres), the Kadriorg Park was designed from the 18th – 20th century on the orders of Peter I. The park is filled with flower beds surrounding the Swan Pond and monuments of cultural figures as well as countless museums, including the Estonian Art Museum, Kadriorg Art Museum and the Mikkeli Museum.

Destination: Tallinn, Estonia

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CONGRESS KEY EVENTS

Opening Ceremony

General Assemblies

At the Opening Ceremony of the 2019 JCI

See the major decisions your national

World Congress, National Presidents and

representatives will make this year to create

heads of delegations will greet delegates,

impact across the world!

represent their countries and showcase their traditional costumes. Come cheer for your National Organization. Enjoy the first day of the celebrations with entertainment and connect with the JCI community.

Monday 4 November 20:00 – 21:30 Venue: Saku Grand Hall

Impact Forums and Sessions

Tuesday 5 November 15:30 – 18:00 Venue: Kalev Sports Hall

Wedneday 6 November 16:30 – 19:15 Venue: Kalev Sports Hall

Thursday 7 November 10:15 – 12:30 Venue: Kalev Sports Hall

Thursday 7 November

Learn how to engage, innovate and

14:30 – 17:30

change your community in order to create

Venue: Kalev Sports Hall

sustainable impact!

First Timers Orientation

JCI Programs

Monday 4 November | 16:00 – 17:00

JCI members are challenged to show their

Room: Alfa Venue: Radisson Blu Olümpia

JCI Morning Show Tuesday 5 November | 09:00 – 11:00 Wednesday 6 November | 08:30 – 09:30 Thursday 7 November | 09:00 – 10:00 Venue: Kalev Sports Hall

2020 Vice President Candidates Presentation and Caucus

Wednesday 6 November | 09:30 – 11:30 Venue: Kalev Sports Hall

2020 Executive Vice President & President Candidates

Presentation and Caucus Wednesday 6 November | 14:30 – 16:30 Venue: Kalev Sports Hall

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impact at the international level. Don’t miss the most exciting competitions and seize the opportunity to share best practices during the congress!

JCI World Public Speaking Championship

Wednesday 6 November | 11:00 – 12:00 Room: St. Petersburg + Lubeck Venue: Radisson Blu Sky

JCI World Debating

Championship (Spanish) Wednesday 6 November | 14:00 – 17:00 Room: St. Petersburg + Lubeck Venue: Radisson Blu Sky

JCI World Debating

Championship (English) Wednesday 6 November | 10:15 – 12:30 Room: Hansa 2 Wednesday 6 November | 14:00 – 18:30 Room: Hansa Venue: Radisson Blu Sky

JCI World Debating

Championship (French) Wednesday 6 November | 14:00 – 17:00 Room: Bremerhaven + Cuxhaven Venue: Radisson Blu Sky

JCI Twinning Ceremony Wednesday 6 November | 10:15 – 11:00 Room: St. Petersburg + Lubeck Venue: Radisson Blu Sky

JCI Awards Ceremony featuring JCI TOYP Honorees

Thursday 7 November | 19:00 – 21:30 Venue: Alexela Concert Hall

Presidential Inauguration and Farewell Gala Delegates join for one last celebration to close this exciting event. The 2020 JCI President-Elect will be inaugurated and recieve the presidential chain. Mingle with friends, new and old, one last time for a delicious and fun night to remember!

Friday 8 November 20:00 – 02:00 Venue: Tallink Tennis Center Dinner Served: 21:30

National Nights JCI members work hard all day to improve themselves and the world around them, but there’s no reason we can’t party too. Bring your name badge to get inside, where you’ll find friends from all over the world enjoying their native food and drink. Check your schedule for times and venues, or just wait until nightfall and follow the crowds.

Welcome Night

Global Village

Monday 4 November

Wednesday 6 November

21:30 – 01:00

21:00 – 01:00

Venue: Saku Grand Hall

Venue: Tondiraba Ice Hall

National Night (DACH)

Japan Night

Tuesday 5 November

Thursday 7 November

21:00 – 01:00

20:00 – 23:00

Venue: Saku Grand Hall

Venue: Tondiraba Ice Hall

Congress Oranizing Committee General Contact www.jciwc2019.com • puremagic@jciwc2019.com

Congress Organizing Committee Director

Kai Kuusik-Greenbaum

Emergency Contact In the case of an emergency, please dial 112. This is the only emergency services number in Estonia.