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PARTNER’s BOOKELT
Welcome to Portugal and to EuroXpro 2015! This year EuroXpro will happen in Porto and it will occur from the 23rd of March until the 29th. We hope you will enjoy our city!
EuroXpro is the biggest international conference for CEE (Central and Eastern Europe) and WENA (Western Europe and North America) regions, organized this year by AIESEC in FEP powered by AIESEC Portugal, which will gather more than 300 young leaders that will discuss the most important strategic decisions for these regions, shaping the direction of our youth-‐driven organization.
In this booklet you will find information about our country and city and also the most important information that you must know, in order to bring you the most convenient access. Please read it all carefully before coming.
We are open for all the feedback and suggestions that you might have.
See you soon,
Congress Committee Team – EuroXpro 2015 AIESEC in Portugal
Index • EuroXpro 2015 ................................................................................................ 4 • Portugal Information....................................................................................... 5
• Porto Information ........................................................................................... 8
• AIESEC Portugal …........................................................................................ 11
• Vaccination .................................................................................................. 12 • Visa Application ............................................................................................ 13 • Conference Venue ......................................................................................... 14 • Logistics Shipment ....................................................................................... 16
• Travelling to Porto .........................................................................................17 • Registration ………………………………………………………..………………………….. 18
EuroXpro 2015
AIESEC in Portugal is honored to announce that EuroXpro is taking place in our country, from 23 – 29 March 2015. We are very happy to welcome the different countries of the World in the "Best European Destination 2014", the city of Oporto.
The main purpose of EuroXpro 2015 is to empower the network at a global level to deliver the strategies needed to achieve the biggest summer peak that WENA and CEE has ever seen, creation the biggest milestone to achieve 2015 goals, and with this empowering the leaders that the region needs in order to create a more collaborative and purposeful Europe and Northern America.
Important Events: -‐ External Event (23rd of March) -‐ Global Village (23rd of March) -‐ Portuguese Night (25th of March) -‐ Youth To Business (27th of March)
Portugal Portugal is one of the oldest countries in the world and its located on the southwest edge of Europe. Portugal is part of the Iberian Peninsula and has borders with Spain!
Portugal is well known because of its mari<me discoveries around the globe and by its charming and wonderful history, weather, football players and food.
Due to its long shore and pleasant climate, Portugal is among the 20 most visited countries in the world, receiving an average of 13 million foreign tourists each year. Tourism plays a very important role in the Portuguese economy and for sure you should take your <me to visit the main ci<es in Portugal, such as Lisbon, Porto, Coimbra, Faro, etc.
Official Language: Portuguese
Other languages spoken: most people are comfortable with English, Spanish and/or French
Religion: most people are Catholic
Popula7on: 10.562.178 in 2011 census
Capital City: Lisbon
Currency: Euro (€)
Government: Semi-‐presidential Constitutional Republic -‐ the President and the Prime Minister share key executive powers and judicial branches. Today, the Prime Minister is Pedro Passos Coelho and the President of the Republic is AníbalCavaco Silva, who is an AIESEC Alumnus.
Credit Cards and ATMs: Usually hotels, shops and restaurants accept all major credit cards and the ATMs are easy to find around the country.
Banks: Portuguese banks are open from Monday to Friday; 8:30 am -‐ 2:45/3 pm.
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Healthcare: The Portuguese Public Health System is one of the best in the world. Emergency treatment is normally free in all public hospitals, but sometimes you might need to pay a small fee. Private hospitals offer the same treatments, but you have to pay for all treatments. Emergency Number: 112 The average waiting time in Lisbon for an ambulance is 7 minutes. Supermarkets: Are usually open Monday to Sunday, 9 am to 9 pm -‐ in big malls you can find supermarkets open until midnight.
Electricity: Portugal's standard electricity supply is 220 Volts (V), 50 Hertz (Hz). Portuguese plugs are the standard European ones.
Time: Continental Portugal and Madeira use UTC/GMT+00:00, while the Azores use UTC/GMT–01:00.
Meals: In Portugal there are 3 main meals per day, which are: breakfast in the morning, lunch at midday and dinner in the evening. Most people usually also have a break in the afternoon to have a little snack. Restaurants are normally open for lunch from midday to 4pm, and for dinner from 7pm to midnight.
Telecommunications: The international code to call Portuguese numbers is: +351.
If you want to call from Portugal to another country you will have to dial the international code that is 00 followed by the relevant country code. For more information, please ask your provider.
Porto Founded in the middle ages, Porto conquers us by its history, authenticity as well as by its cosmopolitan and contemporary beauty.
While visiting Porto there are some experiences you should definitely try:
• Taste the worldly renowned Porto wine and visit a wine cellar
• Eat a Francesinha, Porto’s most famous food
• The nightlife of Piolho and Ribeira • Check-‐out some “Harry Potter” scenarios that influenced J.K. Rowling -‐ the academic customs and Lello Library
Clérigos Tower Dom Luís Bridge
Lello Library Crystal Palace
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Francesinha Vinho do Porto Oporto Wine
AIESEC PORTUGAL
From the beginning of foundation in 1959, AIESEC Portugal enables to companies and organizations with the international exchange opportunity and impacts youth population of Portugal who is going to lead and add value to future generation.
AIESEC in Portugal is present in 5 cities with 8 offices covering almost all universities in the country. We have offices in University of Minho, University of Porto, University of Aveiro, University of Coimbra, ISCTE-‐IUL, ISEG, Nova University and Catholic University of Lisbon. Throughout our 56-‐year history we have already created impact in over 56 countries from all over the world and we believe that, with the development of these international experiences, we are developing the needed competencies to make the world a better place.
Health Insurance EU Citizens Portugal is part of the European Union and as such all EU citizens are requested to bring their European Health Insurance cards -‐ this will give you free access to all public facilities. Check your home country for more specific information. Non-‐ EU Citizens All other non-‐EU citizens will have to do a mandatory health-‐travel insurance before arriving in the conference. You will not allowed into the conference premises without one and ultimately you would have to buy one from the CC at an higher cost. Vaccinations
No special immunizations or medications are necessary for most trips to Portugal.
INSURANCE & VACCINATIONS
Visa Application
Portugal is part of the Schengen space and therefore visitors that with a Schengen passport / Visa can freely enter the country. Schengen Countries Austria, Belgium, Denmark, Slovakia, Slovenia, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Norway, Czech Republic, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Spain, Sweden and Switzerland. Other countries that do not require Visa Citizens from some countries countries can stay in Portugal up to 90 days without a Visa, namely: Andorra, Argentina, Australia, Bolivia, Brasil, Brunei, Bulgaria, Canada, Chile, South Korea, Costa Rica, Croatia, United States, Guatemala, Honduras, Israel, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, Monaco, Nicaragua, New Zealand, Panama, Paraguay, Romania, Vatican, El Salvador, San Marino, Singapore, Uruguay, Venezuela. Countries that require a Visa In this link you can find a list of all the countries who require a Visa -‐ you will have to apply for a “short term stays visa” -‐ Visa Type C. Application Process and Visa Costs • A visa to enter Portugal should cost between 35-‐60€ • In this link you can find all needed documents to apply for a Visa Type C • Check in this link the closest consular office to you
Conference Venue
EuroXpro 2015 will be held at an excellent hotel called Axis Ofir Beach Resort Hotel.
Address: Av. Raul Sousa Martins, 4740-‐405 Fão -‐ Esposende
Complementaries:
Free Daily Buffet Breakfast
Near the beach, Axis Ofir Beach Resort Hotel is an excellent hotel with many conference rooms and that offers very comfortable rooms for its guest.
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Single Rooms:
55,20 €Complements: • Free Daily Buffet Breakfast • Free Wi-‐Fi internet
Meal price (at the hotel): The Axis Ofir Beach Resort Hotel has restaurants within their facilities that offer both regional and international cuisine. The meal price at the Hotel averages around 20€. Nevertheless, near the Hotel you can find restaurants to have a meal for between 5€ to 10€.
LOGISTICS SHIPMENT
If you plan to send materials before the 19th of March, send in to: • Faculdade de Economia do Porto, Rua Dr. Roberto Frias, 4200-‐464 Porto, Portugal If you plan to send materials after the 19th of March, please send it directly to the venue: • Axis Ofir Beach Resort Hotel, Av. Raul Sousa Martins, 4740-‐405 Fão – Esposende, Portugal
Address it to the President of the Congress Committee, Fábio Castro
How to get here
LISBOA
FARO
PORTO
AIRPORTS
AIRPORTS The three international airports of Portugal are located in Porto, Lisboa and Faro:
Porto: Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport (located in Porto)
Lisboa: Portela Airport
Suggested Airport:
Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport (Porto)
Pick up transportation: CC guarantees transportation from Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport to the venue.
Please contact [email protected] and we will help you find the best alternative for you, in case you have any doubt.
Registration
Apply here
Dear Partner,
In order to be a part of EuroXpro 2015, all you need to do is to fill the following form:
CONTACTS
Emergency contact in Portugal: Emergency National Number: 112
Contacts João Marinho E-‐mail [email protected] Phone +351 919462737
Welcome to Portugal!