Getting to the Conference
Welcome to the official travel guide for the conference. Below you'll find everything you need to plan your trip, from flights and transfers to local transportation.
By Train
The most convenient railway station is Trieste Centrale . Pick-up will be provided by Sun-tours (Obala 2, 6320 Portorož). Please contact: Boris Rolc, [email protected], tel: +386-56 748 510
For international rail connections:
- From Vienna: ~6 hours via Maribor
- From Munich: ~5 hours via Salzburg and Villach
- From Milan: ~5 hours via Venice and Trieste
By Car
The venue is easily accessible via the A1 motorway. Please note that a toll vignette is required for Slovenian highways.
Parking is available at the venue:
- Underground garage (limited spaces, first-come first-served)
- Open-air parking lot behind the hotel
- Public parking along the seafront promenade
By Air
The nearest international airports are:
| Airport | Distance | Transfer Time |
|---|---|---|
| Ljubljana Jože Pučnik (LJU) | 130 km | ~1h 30min |
| Trieste Ronchi dei Legionari (TRS) | 45 km | ~45min |
| Venice Marco Polo (VCE) | 180 km | ~2h |
| Zagreb Franjo Tuđman (ZAG) | 220 km | ~2h 30min |
Airport Transfers
Airport Transfers are available upon request. Please contact Sun-tours directly (Boris Rolc, [email protected], tel: +386-56 748 510)
Bicycle Rental
The hotel offers complimentary bicycle rental for all conference delegates. Ask at the reception desk for availability.
Sustainability
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Currency & Payments
The local currency is the Euro (€). Credit cards are widely accepted.
Weather
Expect Mediterranean weather conditions:
- Spring: 15–22°C, occasional rain
Useful Phrases
Here are some basic Slovenian phrases:
- Hello — Živijo (zhee-VEE-yo)
- Thank you — Hvala (HVAH-la)
- Please — Prosim (PRO-seem)
- Goodbye — Nasvidenje (nas-VEE-den-ye)
- Cheers! — Na zdravje! (na ZDRAV-ye)