CONFERENCE VENUE:

                    Golden Tulip Barbizon Palace
                    Prins Hendrikkade 59-72
                    1012-AD Amsterdam
                    THE NETHERLANDS

 Telephone number: +31-(0)20 556 45 64
 Facsimile number: +31-(0)20 624 33 53


 LOCATION

 This unique five-star hotel is situated in the oldest and most unique part 
 of Amsterdam and is partly built behind the restored facades of 19 historic 
 buildings, most of which date from the 17th century, the Dutch Golden Age.
 The hotel is a stone's throw from the Central Station and the underground 
 car park opposite the station.  The hotel has its own underground car park 
 for 26 cars

 Located in the bustling and trendy heart of Amsterdam with the financial
 district, shops, musea, Royal Palace, Dam Square and the Stock Exchange within 
 walking distance.  Amsterdam  offers a wide variety of entertainment, all of 
 which can be found in the immediate vicinity of the hotel.

 GUEST ROOM FACILITIES/HOTEL SERVICES/AMENITIES:

 Guest room facilities include:

    * Direct dial telephones.
    * Additional phone jack for modem or faxconnection.
    * Mini-bar, hairdryer, trouser press, private safe.
    * In-room coffee and tea facilities.
    * Cable television.

 Hotel services include:

    * Laundry service
    * Valet service
 On a 24 hour basis:
    * Room service
    * Concierge
    * Security services

 Amenities include:

    * Restaurant Vermeer - Gourmet cuisine
    * Café Barbizon - International cuisine, light snacks and pastries.
    * Bar Bizonder - Pub atmosphere; large variety of beers; light snacks
    * Executive fitness club
    * Hairdresser
    * Gift shop
    * Tour Desk - Sightseeing tours

 Additional information:

    * Electricity: 220 volts
    * Facilities for Disabled

Conference rates

 A guest room block has been set aside for the Conference. The Conference
 rates are:

    * Euro 167.00 single room per night.
    * Euro 167.00 double room per night (2 people sharing).

 Plus 5% city tax.

 To receive these special rates, you must reserve your room together with your
 conference registration through Global Meeting Services, Inc. See form attached 
 to conference registration form (available after December 17, 1999).

 Hotel reservations should be made prior to March 3, 2000. Thereafter,
 this special rate will be offered on a rate and space available basis only.