Davos: What you need to know

It’s safe: The organizers don’t release specific information, but it is estimated that around 5,000 Swiss troops, police and security personnel guard the town.

It’s pricey: The ticket is around $20,000 and that’s just the tip of the iceberg. Travel can cost thousands, and a night in a medium-range hotel is around $600. Add to it dining, wining, and essential accessories like snow boots, and the total bill can add up to around $40,000.

It’s green: The town’s CO2 levels fall on average up to 30% during the annual meeting, thanks to controls on vehicle emissions and the use of electric transport.

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