#MACPanama2024
The Future of Caribbean Museums: Communities, Co-Creation, and
Connections
#MACPanama2024 FAQs
How do I join or renew my MAC membership?
You may join MAC or renew your MAC membership via our website. Your membership must be up to date in order to receive discounted conference registration rates. The 2024 MAC membership year runs from August 1, 2024, to July 31, 2025. If you are new to MAC, you can learn about our membership benefits on the above linked page.
What methods of payment are accepted?
We accept credit cards and
wire transfers.
Please make sure to complete all steps for registration: the online registration
form and your registration payment.
Registrations are not confirmed until payment is received. A receipt will be
issued to the email address you use at
registration automatically (for credit card payments) or manually by MAC’s
Treasurer or Secretariat (for wire
transfers).
Do you have any volunteer opportunities?
Yes! We are an entirely volunteer-run organisation, and we are always looking for volunteers – including during the conference! Please send us an email expressing your interest in volunteering. In your email, please note your name and the language(s) you are comfortable working in (English, Spanish, French). A member of the Conference Committee will contact you.
Is there a student rate?
Yes! If you are a student, please register with your university’s email address.
How many people are included in the institutional rate? How do I register my group?
Institutions may register up to five people. For each person registered, please provide their name and email address.If your organization’s staff are registering and paying on your behalf, please follow the instructions in the registration form to register multiple people.
What is your policy on refunds or cancelling?
Cancellation requests received before September 30, 2024 will receive a 50% refund on registration, minus any processing or service fees. No refunds will be granted after September 30, 2024.
How do I request a refund?
All requests for refunds
must be submitted in writing via email. Requests for refund must be
submitted via email by September 29, 2024 at 11:59 pm EST.
Refunds must be submitted before October 5, 2024.
Having trouble registering?
Please send us an email with any questions or difficulties you encounter.
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Copa Airlines Discount!
MAC is thrilled to announce that Copa Airlines is offering a 10% discount on airfare for attendees traveling to the 2024 MAC Conference from other Copa Airlines destinations! Conference attendees can book their flights at http://www.copaair.com and enter the special promo code B9391 to receive a 10% discount.
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Travel Requirements and Local Information
What are the general requirements for short-stay travel to Panama? Valid passport and visa.
What Immigration Visas would I require? Visitors can find Visa information here: Panama Immigration and Visa Information
Where can I find the Customs Traveler Information Form? Passengers entering Panama are required to complete an electronic Customs form found here: Customs Traveler Declaration Form
Are there Vaccine requirements for visiting Panama? You should check the current vaccine requirements at the Panamanian Consulate in your country.
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Public transportation in Panama includes the Metro (subway) and the Metro Bus. Rides on Line 1 of the Metro cost $0.35, while Line 2 costs $0.50. Payments can be made using a rechargeable Metro card or a credit card (Visa or Mastercard)...
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Public transportation in Panama includes the Metro (subway) and the Metro Bus. Rides on Line 1 of the Metro cost $0.35, while Line 2 costs $0.50. Payments can be made using a rechargeable Metro card or a credit card (Visa or Mastercard). The rechargeable Metro card costs USD 2.00, can be used for both the Metro and the Metro Bus, and can be purchased at Metro stations such as Iglesia del Carmen, Albrook, 5 de Mayo, San Miguelito, San Isidro, and Los Andes. For safety reasons, it is recommended to buy the card at Iglesia del Carmen or Albrook stations. The Metro operates from Monday to Friday, 5:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m., Saturday from 5:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., and on Sundays and holidays from 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Most Metro Bus rides within the metropolitan area cost $0.25 and can be paid using a rechargeable Metro card. Yellow taxis are also widely available throughout the city, with most rides costing between $3 and $10, depending on the destination. However, it is highly recommended to use transportation platforms like Uber and Lyft, which are also available in Panama, as they offer increased safety.
Información de transporte
El transporte público en Panamá incluye el Metro y el Metro Bus. Los viajes en la Línea 1 del Metro tienen un costo de $0.35, mientras que en la Línea 2 el costo es de $0.50. Los pagos se pueden realizar con una tarjeta recargable del Metro o con una tarjeta de crédito (Visa o Mastercard). La tarjeta recargable del Metro tiene un costo de USD 2.00, se puede utilizar tanto para el Metro como para el Metro Bus, y se puede adquirir en las estaciones del Metro de Iglesia del Carmen, Albrook, 5 de Mayo, San Miguelito, San Isidro y Los Andes. Por razones de seguridad, se recomienda comprar la tarjeta en las estaciones de Iglesia del Carmen o Albrook. El Metro opera de lunes a viernes de 5:00 a.m. a 11:00 p.m., los sábados de 5:00 a.m. a 10:00 p.m., y los domingos y días feriados de 7:00 a.m. a 10:00 p.m. La mayoría de los viajes en Metro Bus dentro del área metropolitana cuestan $0.25 y se pueden pagar con una tarjeta recargable del Metro. Los taxis amarillos también están ampliamente disponibles en toda la ciudad, con la mayoría de los trayectos costando entre $3 y $10, dependiendo del destino. Sin embargo, es altamente recomendable utilizar plataformas de transporte como Uber y Lyft, que también están disponibles en Panamá, ya que ofrecen una mayor seguridad.
Informations sur les transports
Les options de transport public à Panama incluent le Métro et le Métro Bus. Les trajets sur la Ligne 1 du Métro coûtent 0,35 USD, tandis que sur la Ligne 2, ils coûtent 0,50 USD. Les paiements peuvent être effectués avec une carte rechargeable du Métro ou une carte de crédit (Visa ou Mastercard). La carte rechargeable du Métro coûte 2,00 USD, peut être utilisée pour le Métro ainsi que pour le Métro Bus, et peut être achetée dans les stations de Métro telles que Iglesia del Carmen, Albrook, 5 de Mayo, San Miguelito, San Isidro et Los Andes. Pour des raisons de sécurité, il est recommandé d'acheter la carte dans les stations d'Iglesia del Carmen ou d'Albrook. Le Métro fonctionne du lundi au vendredi, de 5h00 à 23h00, le samedi de 5h00 à 22h00, et les dimanches et jours fériés de 7h00 à 22h00. La plupart des trajets en Métro Bus dans la zone métropolitaine coûtent 0,25 USD et peuvent être payés avec une carte rechargeable du Métro. Des taxis jaunes sont également largement disponibles dans toute la ville, avec la plupart des trajets coûtant entre 3 USD et 10 USD, selon la destination. Cependant, il est fortement recommandé d'utiliser des plateformes de transport comme Uber et Lyft, qui sont également disponibles à Panama, car elles offrent une sécurité accrue.
