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| General Information | Venue & Travel | Schedule | Papers | Accommodation | Registration |
| Date | 3 - 6 May 2012 |
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| Location | Stresa, Italy |
| Submission Cutoff | 8 March 2012 |
Only submissions deemed to be urgent shall be considered at the Mid-Year Meeting
The deadline for receipt of submissions was 8 March 2012
The famous town of Stresa (Italy, 5000 inhabitants, 200 m above sea level) enjoys a splendid location on Lake Maggiore in the Gulf of Borromeo, where it overlooks the eponymous islands, the main attraction in the region. Its beautiful countryside, architectural gems and mild climate combine to make Stresa one of the most popular tourist attractions in Italy. The Borromean Islands, with their stunning palaces and ornamental gardens, are an unmissable destination for aesthetes. Luxury villas and opulent Art Nouveau hotels line the elegant lakeside, which is ideal for a tranquil stroll. Since the late 19th century Stresa has been renowned for its sophisticated atmosphere and genteel visitors, and today still enjoys an impressive roster of cultural, musical and meeting events.
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"Que dire du lac Majeur, des îles Borromées, du lac de Côme, sinon plaindre ceux qui n'en sont pas fous?" "For however fanciful and fantastic the Isola Bella may be, and is, it still is beautiful." "I'm up here at Stresa a little resort on Lake Maggiore one of the most beautiful of the Italian Lakes." |
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Stresa first appears on historical documents just before the end of the first millennium, when it was a small community of fishermen and peasants. During the Middle Ages, the town was a fiefdom of the lords of Castello and Visconti, but it was the Borromeo family-part of the Milanese aristocracy-who subsequently ruled the region and added the magnificent buildings that have made Stresa famous. In 1441, the Borromeos obtained part of the territory and by 1653 the entire district was reunited under their rule. Throughout the 16th and 17th centuries, the Borromeos commissioned palaces to be built on the islands of Bella and Madre. Stresa passed into Austrian hands in 1719, before coming under the rule of the House of Savoy in 1748. The town began to achieve its renown as a tourist destination at the beginning of the 19th century, when glamorous villas such as the Villa Pallavicino and Villa Vignolo were built. In 1906 the opening of the Simplon Tunnel heralded the start of widespread international travel. Trains on the London-Paris-Milan line began to call at Stresa station, and travellers and writers from all over Europe came to sing the praises of Stresa and Lake Maggiore, spreading their fame far and wide and enticing an ever larger number of people to visit. Every year, Stresa now welcomes hundreds of thousands of tourists from across the globe.
By Plane
The nearest airport is Milan Malpensa. From the airport you can reach Stresa by car, by bus, by train.
Taxis are available from the airport or can be pre-arranged upon request at time of booking (via the Regina Palace Hotel). There is a bus from the airport which goes to Galarate railway station where you can get a train to Stresa (Milan-Domodossola line).
The Airport Shuttle Service "Alibus" from Malpensa to Stresa starts from 5 April 2012
Tickets may be reserved online but must be paid for in cash directly to the bus driver.
Click HERE for the link to the online Alibus Shuttle Service Advance Booking Form.
If you prefer renting a car, from the airport drive to highway A8 and then follow directions "by car" below.
Milano Linate National Airport Km 110 [75 min driving], Milano Malpensa International Airport Km 45 [50 min driving], Turin Airport Km 150 [ 2 hours driving].
By Train
Most of the frequent trains on the Milan-Domodossola line stop in Stresa. Furthermore daily trains from/to Milan, Turin, Venice and, through the Simplon Pass to/from Bruxelles, Geneva and Basel are direct to/from the Railway Station of Stresa, which is situated in the center of the town.
It takes about 50 minutes (Intercity) and 80 minutes (local trains) to reach the Central Station of Milan.
By Car
From Sempione Pass Switzerland, we suggest to go forward when SS 33 becomes Highway A26 and exit at Baveno-Stresa. From San Bernardino-Bellinzona-Locarno Switzerland just follow the main road keeping the lake always on your left hand side until you reach Stresa (SS 34 until Verbania, then SS 33 direction Milan).
If you come from Milan, get A8 in direction of the lakes (Laghi - Sesto Calende), go on to A26 direction Gravellona Toce. On highway A26 you may exit at Arona and then follow SS 33 up to Stresa for about 18 Km keeping the lake on scenic road on your right hand side. You may also go forward on A26 and exit at Carpugnino (forbidden to buses) where you'll find a narrow road going down to Stresa (5 Km) with a wonderful panoramic view. Otherwise you can continue going till the exit Baveno-Stresa where the road will immediately reach the lakeside: you'll need to drive back to Stresa for about 5 Km with the lake on your left hand side.
Main driving distances and times: Firenze Km 390/[4 hours driving]/Milano Km 80 [50 min driving]/Roma Km 650 [7 hours driving]/Torino Km 135 [90 min driving]/Venezia Km 350 [4 hours driving]/Verbania Km 15 [10 min driving]/Locarno Switzerland Km 45 [50 min driving
Access to Milan from Stresa by train: By bus:
2 buses a day got to Stresa from Lampugnano underground station, Milan (1h15m).
A visit to Stresa is the ideal way to blend relaxation and culture in an enchanting setting that evokes the atmosphere of the belle époque. From Stresa it is easy to reach the three Borromean Islands, which are steeped in artistic, historical and botanical appeal. On the islands of Bella and Madre there are sumptuous palaces and rare plant gardens where peacocks, parrots and pheasants roam wild against an exotic backdrop reminiscent of faraway lands. In contrast, the Isola dei Pescatori is famous for the charming simplicity of its old fishing village, which is considered one of the most picturesque spots on Lake Maggiore. As well as being a fine example of a mid-nineteenth century palace, Villa Pallavicino boasts a zoo in its huge, 50-acre park; here, among the ancient trees and flower-lined avenues, live more than 40 different species of mammals and birds. In Stresa itself, the elegant and attractive waterfront offers unforgettable views of the Gulf of Borromeo. Walks along the shore offer the perfect opportunity to take in both the Art Nouveau hotels on the shore and the three Borromean Islands. The view is equally superb from the summit of Mount Mottarone (1491m), which dominates Stresa and offers a unique panoramic outlook. Mottarone is known as the 'Mountain of the Two Lakes' thanks to its strategic position between Lake Maggiore and the equally beautiful Lake Orta. The cable car to the top of Mottarone also stops off at Alpino, where the Alpinia botanical gardens offer a terrace with sweeping views of Lake Maggiore.
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It is the responsibility of all committee members and observers to ensure that they have both a valid passport and entry visa if required. The Italian Sailing Federation will provide letters of invitation for Visa applications on request to:
Mrs. Elisa Crosta
Email: e.crosta@federvela.it The following information is required in order for your invitation letter to be issued to you:
1. Passport number
2. Date of birth
3. Place of birth.
The ISAF Secreariat will also provide letters of invitation on request.
Committee Members attending meetings scheduled as part of the meetings programme do not need to register but if you are unable to attend then we would be grateful if you could inform the ISAF Secretariat at secretariat@isaf.co.uk Delegate badges will be available for all committee members for collection from the ISAF reception desk which will be signposted in the Regina Palace Hotel.
Anyone who is not a committee member attending a meeting as part of the official meetings programme must register in advance as an observer.
In order that badges can be prepared for collection from the ISAF reception desk observers and spouses/partners of committee members must either:
1. complete the online registration form (link below). This will be submitted directly to the ISAF Secretariat (if
Click HERE for the online observer registration form - OR
2. complete the registration in word format and send it by email to secretariat@isaf.co.uk or by fax to: + 44 2380 635789
Click HERE for the observer registration form in word format
The deadline for registration is Monday 25 April 2011
Regina Palace Hotel
28838 Stresa
(Lago Maggiore)
Italia
Tel: + 39 0323 936936
Fax: + 39 0323 936666
www.regina-palace.it/
email: sales@regina-palace.it
Click HERE for the ISAF Mid-Year Meeting Reservation Form. The deadline for guaranteed accommodation at ISAF rates has now passed. Reservations can still be made on a first come first served basis. ISAF strongly recommends that delegates wishing to stay at the meeting venue hotel book their rooms as requested. Credit card details will be taken but no charge will be made until time of departure. Cancellation charges may apply after 2 April 2012 as detailed in the reservation form.
The Regina Palace Hotel is a majestic Art Nouveau building offering refined classic-style interiors and a large garden with pool. It is right on the shores of Lake Maggiore, in Stresa.
Rooms and common lounges are all decorated with antique furniture, rugs and historic chandeliers, all giving a sense of history and nobility. Rooms overlook either the garden or the lake and some also feature a jacuzzi bath.
This 4-star hotel features a well-equipped wellness area, complete with a sauna, Turkish bath and indoor pool. Outside you will also find a tennis court and a furnished terrace by the pool.
Liberty Restaurant serves local dishes in a very elegant dining room, while Charleston Restaurant specialises in a sophisticated cuisine. Its dining room has big windows overlooking Lake Maggiore and outdoor dining is possible during summer.
Offering free parking, the Regina Palace is 600 metres from Stresa Train Station. The A26 motorway exit is a 10-minute drive away.
The nearest international airport is Malpensa (Milan) 35 kms away.
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ISAF delegates rates:
Double room, single occupancy with garden view and buffet breakfast 155 euros + 10% VAT per night, per room
Double room, double occupancy with garden view and buffet breakfast 185 euros + 10% VAT, per night, per room
Double room, single occupancy with lake view and buffet breakfast 215 euros + 10% VAT per night, per room
Double room, double occupancy with lake view and buffet breakfast 320 euros + 10% VAT, per night, per room
An additional city tax may apply to all rates
Click HERE for the ISAF Mid-Year Meeting Reservation Form. The deadline for guaranteed accommodation at ISAF rates has now passed. Reservations can still be made on a first come first served basis.
ISAF strongly recommends that delegates wishing to stay at the meeting venue hotel book their rooms as requested. Credit card details will be taken but no charge will be made until time of departure. Cancellation charges may apply after 2 April 2012 as detailed in the reservation form.
Stresa is a very popular and busy holiday resort with many good hotels offering all kinds of accommodation. May is a peak time for visitors to the area and it is strongly recommended that delegates reserve their accommodation without delay. Below is the link received from Stresa City Hall to the hotels available and where reservations can be made.
Click here for the LINK to Hotel availablity and make reservations.
Before / After the Meeting
Special rates are available for hotel acommodationn in central Milan for delegates who may wish to arrive early or stay on after the meetings to visit the sights.
The Admiral Hotel
via Domodossola 16
20145 - Milano
Tel: +39 023492151
Fax: +39 0233106660
Website: http://www.admiralhotel.it/
Rates available for ISAF delegates for 1 May to 8 May only
Single room: 74 euros, bed and breakfast
Double room: 94 euros, bed and breakfast
Contact / Reservations - Edward Coffrini Dell'Orto edward@admiralhotel.it
| Agendas | Minutes | Submissions | Supporting Papers | By Committee | All Papers |
| Name | Committee |
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| Equipment Committee Agenda | Equipment Committee |
| Events Committee Agenda | Events Committee |
| ISAF Council Agenda | Council |
| Name | Committee |
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| Equipment Committee Minutes | Equipment Committee |
| Events Committee Minutes | Events Committee |
| Executive Committee Minutes | Executive Committee |
| ISAF Council Minutes | Council |
| Name | Committee(s) | Submission Regarding | Submitted By | Relating To |
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| Deferred Submiission 007-11 | Executive Committee Constitution Committee | Deferred Submission 007-11 | Chairman of the Constitution Committee | ISAF Ethics Commission |
| Deferred Submission 043-11 | Development and Youth Committee Oceanic and Offshore Committee | Deferred Submission 043-11 | Royal Netherlands Yachting Union | ISAF Learn to Sail Programme |
| Deferred Submission 044-11 | Development and Youth Committee Oceanic and Offshore Committee | Deferred Submission 044-11 | Korea Sailing Federation | ISAF Recongnized National Training Programme |
| Deferred Submission 045-11 | Development and Youth Committee Oceanic and Offshore Committee | Deferred Submission 045-11 | South African Sailing | ISAF Recognized Training Programme |
| Deferred Submission 054-11 | Equipment Committee Constitution Committee ISAF Classes Committee | Deferred Submission 054-11 | The Royal Yachting Association | In-House Certification, Reulation 10.5(h) |
| Deferred Submission 056-11 | Equipment Committee ISAF Classes Committee Oceanic and Offshore Committee Racing Rules Committee | Deferred Submission 056-11 | Chairman of the Equipment Committee | Equipment Rules of Sailing - Introduction - Changes |
| Deferred Submission 101-11 | Constitution Committee | Deferred Submission 101-11 | Chairman of the Events Committee | Olympic Events Selection - New Regulation 23.1.9 |
| Deferred Submission 109-11 | Events Committee Constitution Committee Executive Committee | Deferred Submission 109-11 | Austrian Sailing Federation, Canadian Yachting Association, Royal Spanish Sailing Federation, Finnish Sailing and Boating Federation, Deutscher Segler-Verband, Hellenic Sailing Association, Italian Sailing Federation, Slovenian Sailing Federation, Serbian Sailing Association, US SAILING and International Access Class Association | ISAF Sailing World Cup - Regulations 24.3 |
| Urgent Submission M01-12 | Executive Committee Constitution Committee | Urgent Submission M01-12 | Executive Committee | Betting and Anti-Corruption - New Appendix 5 |
| Name | Committee | Description | Agenda Item |
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| 2016 Equipment Evaluations - Change Log | Equipment Committee Item 6 & 7, Events Committee Item 8(a), ISAF Council Item 9(a) &10(a) | ||
| 2016 Equipment Evaluations - Mixed Multihull Report | Equipment Committee Item 7, Events Committee Item 8(a), ISAF Council Item 10(a) | ||
| 2016 Equipment Evaluations - Mixed Multihull Sailor Feedback | Equipment Committee Item 7, Events Committee Item 8(a), ISAF Council Item 10(a) | ||
| 2016 Equipment Evaluations - Process Report | Equipment Committee Item 6 & 7, Events Committee Item 8(a), ISAF Council Item 9(a) &10(a) | ||
| 2016 Equipment Evaluations - Women's Skiff Report | Equipment Committee Item 6, Events Committee Item 8(a), ISAF Council Item 9(a) | ||
| 2016 Equipment Evaluations - Women's Skiff Sailor Feedback | Equipment Committee Item 6, Events Committee Item 8(a), ISAF Council Item 9(a) | ||
| 2016 Equipment Evaluations - Women's Skiff Trapeze Config. | Equipment Committee Item 6, Events Committee Item 8(a), ISAF Council Item 9(a) | ||
| Executive Committee Minutes November 2011 | Council | Executive Committee MInutes November 2011 | 3(b)(i) |
| ISAF Council Minutes November 2011 | Council | ISAF Council Minutes November 2011 | 3(a)(i) |
| Kiteboarding - Evaluation Report | Events Committee | Event & Equipment Evaluation | 8(b) |
| Kiteboarding - Technical Report | Events & Equipment Evaluation | 8(b) | |
| SP to Approved Submission 100-11 | Council | SP Regarding Approved Submission 100-11 | 6(g) |
| SP to Deferred Submission 007-11 | Executive Committee | SP to Deferred Submission 007-11 | 6(a) |
| SP to Deferred Submission 101-11 | Council | SP Regarding Deferred Submission 101-11 | 6(h) |
| SP to Deferred Submission 109-11 | Council | SP Regarding Deferred Submision 109-11 | 6(i) |
| SP to Deferred Submissions 043-11, 044-11 and 045-11 | Council | SP regarding Deferred Submissions 043-11, 044-11 and 045-11 | 6(b),(c)and (d) |
| Meetings | Social |
| Time | Committee | Location | Observers |
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| Saturday 28 April 2012 | |||
| 09:30 - 18:00 | Equipment Committee | Southampton, UK | Closed |
| Thursday 3 May 2012 | |||
| 08:00 - 09:30 | Audit Committee | Mimosa | Closed |
| 09:30 - 18:00 | Executive Committee | Rododendro | Closed |
| 09:30 - 18:00 | Events Committee | 2/3 Verdi | Open |
| Friday 4 May 2012 | |||
| 09:30 - 18:00 | Council | Verdi | Open |
| Saturday 5 May 2012 | |||
| 09:30 - 17:00 | Council | Verdi | Open |
| Sunday 6 May 2012 | |||
| 09:30 - 18:00 | Executive Committee | Rododendro | Closed |
It features the latest news and events from the sailing world together with features and ISAF info in an easy-to-use format.
Gala Dinner 4 May 2012
As detailed in Newletter 1 the FIV shall be hosting a Gala Dinner on Friday 4 May 2012. The venue is the superb baroque building on Borromeo Island. The dinner shall start at 19:30. Delegates will be transported to the island by private boats and the departure times and arrangements will be confirmed closer to the date. The dresscode is "Elegant Attire" but please make sure you also bring warm clothing for the boat crossing as the evenings can still be quite chilly.
Excursions
Please also see Newsletter 1 and 2 (links below)
For full information about how to book an excursion, costs and terms of payment please contact Ms Elisa Crosta directly at e.crosta@federvela.it
Mid-Year Meeting Newsletters
Newsletters from the FIV will be published from time to time and will be available via links from this page:
Click HERE for Newsletter 1 dated 6 March 2012
Click HERE for Newsletter 2 dated 19 March 2012
Click HERE for Newsletter 3 dated 2 April 2012
Click HERE for Newsletter 4 dated 11 April 2012 with important updated information on how to book the Alibus airport shuttle service:
Visiting Milan Before / After the Meetings
Special rates are available for hotel acommodationn in central Milan for delegates who may wish to arrive early or stay on after the meetings to visit the sights.
The Admiral Hotel
via Domodossola 16
20145 - Milano
Tel: +39 023492151
Fax: +39 0233106660
Website: http://www.admiralhotel.it/
Rates available for ISAF delegates for 1 May to 8 May only
Single room: 74 euros, bed and breakfast
Double room: 94 euros, bed and breakfast
Contact / Reservations - Edward Coffrini Dell'Orto edward@admiralhotel.it