About Madrid
Madrid is the capital of Spain, and is home to the Spanish Royal family as well as the Spanish Government. It is a modern metropolitan city and an economical and industrial center of Spain, and, with its population of nearly 3,5 million people, is also the biggest city in Spain.
It is located in the centre of the Iberian Peninsula and is surrounded by mountains and natural parks. Although it is located in the centre of the country, it has traditionally been the hub between different areas of Spain and is therefore connected to all major Spanish cities by train, road or air.
The weather in Madrid varies a lot depending on the season, from hot and dry in the summer, with temperature of approx. 29C-¦ / 85F-¦, to cold (4C-¦ / 39F-¦) and with some rain in the winter.
Travelling to Madrid
Barajas Airport offers convenient flight from many European cities, but also from North and South America, as well as Africa. Various airlines (including budget airlines) operate from Spanish Capital.
Estación Madrid – Puerta de Atocha (Madrid Central Railway Station) offers viable train connections (including high speed trains) to the most important cities in Spain.
Getting around Madrid
Taxi: +34 911 30 97 99 / +34 913 712 131 / +34 902 050 570. The Hotel staff would gladly book a taxi for you.
Uber and Bolt apps are fully available and often offer competitive rates.
Public transportation: You can use the underground to get to the most parts of the city by avoiding traffic jams. A full list of stations and operating hours can be found here: https://www.metromadrid.es/en/linea/linea-1
Congress venue
Meliá Avenida América Hotel
Meliá Avenida América Hotel
C. de Juan Ignacio Luca de Tena, 36, San Blas-Canillejas, 28027 Madrid, Spain
Parking facilities
There will be numerous parking possibilities in the Hotel proximity, both attended and unattended. Melia Avenida America Hotel guests benefit from free parking.
UEMS Credits
An application has been made to the UEMS EACCME® for CME accreditation of this event.
Currency
The legal tender in Madrid is the Euro which is pegged to the US dollar at a rate of about 1 Euro to 1,07 USD, although exchange rates may fluctuate slightly.
The tipping is not generally expected nor demanded. This said, a discretionary tip for good service is appreciated in some circumstances. In taxis, for example, it is common to round up to the nearest Euro.
Liability Disclaimer
The organizers cannot be held liable for any hindrance or disruption of the congress proceedings arising from political, social or economic events or any other unforeseen incidents beyond their control. The organizers will accept no liability for any personal injuries or illness sustained or for loss or damage of property belonging to congress participants, either during or as a result of the congress or during all events. Registration of a participant entails acceptance of these conditions.
Name badge
The name badge will be the official meeting document and should be worn at all times in order to gain entry to the meeting rooms and the exhibition halls. Admission to the conference will not be allowed without a badge identification. In case of loss or forgotten badges, an administration fee of 20 Eur will be charged.
Photography, Audio, Video and Mobile Phone policy
Audio, photo and video recordings by any device is strictly prohibited during all Oral and Poster Presentations, unless prior permission is obtained from the congress organizer. The use of mobile phones is strictly prohibited during scientific sessions. Mobile phones must be switched off while attending the sessions.
Electricity
The standard voltage in Spain is 220 to 230 V with a frequency of 50 Hz.
For participants from countries with standard plugs that are not the two pole, round pin Europlug, it is advised to bring an adapter. The wall outlets in Spain typically accommodate plugs with two round pins.
Congress Language
The official language of the congress will be English. Simultaneous translation will not be provided.
Congress documents
Registration fee for participants covers admission to scientific sessions and satellite symposia, admission to the exhibition, lunch and coffee breaks.
Helpful Phone Numbers
Emergency services (police, fire, ambulance): 112
Insurance
The congress organizers do not accept any liability for damages and/or loss of any kind which may be incurred by the congress participants or by any persons accompanying them. Delegates participate in all events at their risk.
Participants are advised to take out insurance against loss, accidents or damage that could occur during the congress. Verbal agreements will not be binding unless they are confirmed in writing.
Smoking
Smoking is strictly prohibited by law in the congress venue.