Venue
AIP Congressos – Lisboa Congress CentreFIL Meeting Centre Praça das Indústrias
1300-307 Lisboa
Portugal
Tel: +351 21 3652000
Fax: +351 21 3639450
Website:
http://www.lisboacc.pt/
Dates
Wednesday, September 9 - Saturday, September 12, 2009
Theme of the Congress
Europe Against Pain, Don’t Suffer in Silence
Language
The official language of the Congress is English.
CME ACCREDITATION
CME Accreditation will be applied for. For further updates please refer to the website.
AIRPORT INFORMATION
Lisboa International Airport, located 6 kilometres from the city centre and about 20/30 minutes drive from Estoril, is served by all major international airlines from all over the world. Lisboa International Airport is the principal point of entry for travellers arriving in Portugal.
The Airport has two different halls, the Departure Hall and the Arrivals hall, both internally connected.
Transportation from the Airport to the City Center
TAXIS
There are two taxi stands within the perimeter of the airport, one at arrivals and the other at departures.
The fare on the taxi meter should read Euro 2.50 (daytime pick-up).
Outside the city limits, city fares are charged per kilometre (km=0,42).
Euro 1.60 is charged for the transportation of luggage or animals. Before taking a taxi, inquire about the fare.
An additional 20% is charged for services on Saturdays, Sundays and holidays and for night-time service from 9pm to 6am.
Taxi Vouchers may be purchased at the Tourism Information Counter in the airport's Arrivals Hall.
AERO BUS
Aero bus Number 91 – makes the run between Lisbon Airport and the city centre where the majority of hotels are based.
Service begins at 07:45 and ends at 20:15 hours. Buses depart every 20 minutes.
The ticket may be purchased from the driver upon boarding the bus.
Ticket for all-day travel costs Euro 3.35
N.B. Taxi and Bus prices are based on 2008 rates and may be subject to change.
Climate
Lisbon falls within both Atlantic and Mediterranean climatic zones. As a result, there is little variation in temperature. Skies are clear and days are usually sunny, even during winter. Average temperatures in September range from 17-27°C (62-80°F).
SOCIAL PROGRAMME
An enjoyable social programme is planned for the participants. It will include:
Opening Ceremony followed by the Welcome Reception on Wednesday, 9 September.
Gala Dinner (optional) on Friday, September 11.
VISA
Please check with your travel agent whether you require an entry visa to Portugal.
LETTER OF INVITATION
An official invitation letter to assist with visa or administrative procedures is posted on the
Congress website for participants’ use. Please note that this letter can in no way be regarded as a commitment regarding scheduling or financial support from the Congress Organizers.
LIABILITY AND INSURANCE
The organizer is not able to take any responsibility whatsoever for injury or damage involving persons and property during the Congress. Participants are advised to take out their own personal travel and health insurance for their trip.
FINANCIAL AID
Euro 25,000 will be budgeted for financial aid to applicants from low resource and currency restricted countries. The aid will include accommodation and possible help in costs towards travel and daily expenses. Applications should be forwarded to the congress organizer, together with the registration form and a copy of the applicant's submitted abstract/s. To download the application questionnaire please click on the link:
http://www2.kenes.com/efic/Documents/Financial_Aid.pdf
In the case that you do not have access, contact the secretariat by e-mail:
efic2009@kenes.com
European Federation of IASP Chapters (EFIC)
For any queries regarding the European Federation of IASP Chapters (EFIC) and its activities, please consult the website: www.efic.org or the Executive Secretary,
Mrs. Carine Jaquet: secretary@efic.org
Sponsorship and Exhibition sales
Ms. Maya Yatsiv / /Ms. Dorit Mor-NurielAssociate, Industry Liaison & Sales
1-3, rue de Chantepoulet, P.O.BOX 1726
Geneva CH-1211
Switzerland
Tel: +41 22 908 0488 ext 574 or ext 966
Fax: +41 22 732 2850
E-mail:
dnuriel@kenes.com.
Organizing Secretariat
Kenes International
1-3, Rue de Chantepoulet, PO Box 1726
CH-1211, Geneva 1
Switzerland
Tel: +41 22 908 0488
Fax: +41 22 732 2850
E-mail:
efic2009@kenes.com
